The worthiness of publication is ultimately decided by each individual member based on the language, style, and overall quality of the piece. If a majority does not accept the piece, the piece will not be published in the Columbia Review. Submissions will be accepted until a designated deadline in the beginning of March before the final cut. Upon final cut, authors of all accepted works will be notified of the decision at which time they may choose to deny the publication of their work. V. Membership is open to all and any Columbia and Barnard college students who have an interest in literary work.
Members can be of any race, gender or sexual orientation.
Members must come to weekly meetings prepared to actively discuss and vote on pieces. All members have one vote. There are no specific officers for the Columbia Review. There is an editorial board made up of 2-4 editors and or associate editors that guide the Columbia Review along. The members that come to weekly meetings comprise the editorial staff.