Columbia University

Columbia University is a prestigious private Ivy League research university located in New York City. Established in 1754 as King's College, it is the oldest institution of higher education in New York and the fifth-oldest in the United States. The university has a rich history, including notable alumni such as Alexander Hamilton and three U.S. presidents: Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Barack Obama. Its main campus in Morningside Heights covers 36 acres and features iconic landmarks like Low Plaza and College Walk. Columbia is renowned for its rigorous academics, diverse student body, and vibrant Manhattan surroundings.