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Carman Room Tour 2019 | Columbia University

Dining Plan Benefits

Surf, Turf, & Earth 2019

Crowded dining hall, focus is on three female students sitting at a round table.

Two female students sit in a dorm room, one sits at her desk while the other is on the bed, both are studying.

4 students play foosball in an on-campus dining hall

Three students sitting on red circular couch huddled a Mac laptop

Residential Life

Finding Community

🏠 Residential Life

First-Year Living

At Columbia, housing is guaranteed all four years, and nearly 100% of our students choose to live on campus all four years. First-year students find their home away from home at one of five first-year residence hall communities, each with different styles and features. Beyond a built-in network of friends, mentors, and support, they have a beautiful place to live in one of the most exciting cities in the world.
Depth of variety and flexibility in living options makes residential life at Columbia incredibly appealing for returning students. From traditional corridor and suite-style residence halls at the center of campus—to apartment buildings, townhouses, duplexes, and classic New York brownstones all just a short walk away.

Open 24/7

All first-years are on a meal plan, making food equally accessible to everyone. Also, food is available 24/7, with at least one of our 3 main dining halls being open at any time during the academic year. Columbia Dining offers a selection of vegan, vegetarian, kosher, halal, gluten-free and nut-free dining options, and will work with individual students to meet specific dietary needs.
With fun themed events like Surf, Turf & Earth, Pi Day, and Mardi Gras; a commitment to local, seasonal and sustainable products; and a rotating menu with over 600 items, you’ll never be bored with top-ranked Columbia Dining!

⭐ Finding Community

Special Interest Housing

Special Interest Communities (SICs) offer a unique residential experience by allowing sophomores, juniors, and seniors to live and explore common interests together. Examples include: Writer's House, Casa Latina, Comedy House, Greenborough (focused on sustainable living), Pan-African House, and more!