Columbia University in the city of new york, referred to as Columbia University for short, is a world-class research university located in the Upper West Side of Manhattan, new york City, USA. It was established in 1754 according to the king's charter issued by King George II of England. It belongs to one of the eight private Ivy League schools and consists of three undergraduate schools and thirteen graduate schools.
Columbia University is one of the best universities in the world in medicine, law, business, international and public affairs and journalism. The Pulitzer Prize awarded by its journalism school is the highest honor in American journalism. Since the 20th century, Columbia University has been recognized as one of the best institutions of higher education in the United States. The school has a strong academic atmosphere and has been rated as the most stressful university in the United States for many times. But because of its unique geographical advantages, Columbia University is also one of the most popular universities in the United States. In the latest comprehensive ranking of universities published by American News 20 16, Columbia University ranks fourth in the United States.