Why are you interested in attending Columbia University? We encourage you to consider the aspect(s) that you find unique and compelling about Columbia. (150 words or fewer)

A hallmark of the Columbia experience is being able to learn and thrive in an equitable and inclusive community with a wide range of perspectives. Tell us about an aspect of your own perspective, viewpoint or lived experience that is important to you, and describe how it has shaped the way you would learn from and contribute to Columbia’s diverse and collaborative community. (150 words or fewer)

For the list question that follows, there is a 100-word maximum. Please refer to the below guidance when answering this question:- Your response should be a list of items separated by commas or semicolons.- Items do not have to be numbered or in any specific order.- It is not necessary to italicize or underline titles of books or other publications.- No author names, subtitles or explanatory remarks are needed.List a selection of texts, resources and outlets that have contributed to your intellectual development outside of academic courses, including but not limited to books, journals, websites, podcasts, essays, plays, presentations, videos, museums and other content that you enjoy. (100 words or fewer)

In college/university, students are often challenged in ways that they could not predict or anticipate. It is important to us, therefore, to understand an applicant's ability to navigate through adversity. Please describe a barrier or obstacle you have faced and discuss the personal qualities, skills or insights you have developed as a result. (150 words or fewer)

Have you completed research with a faculty member, adviser or mentor in an academic discipline such as science, engineering, humanities, social science, languages or other academic interests?If yes, please complete the following questions regarding your research experience:Where was the research conducted?Describe the amount of time you worked on this research (e.g., 10 hr/week for 3 months; 2 hr/week for the academic year, etc.)Describe your specific research responsibilities and contributionsResearch Adviser or Mentor NameResearch Adviser or Mentor TitleResearch Adviser or Mentor EmailResearch Adviser or Mentor Mailing AddressHow did you meet your research adviser or mentor? Note: Min: 1 / Max: 509.What role did your adviser/mentor play in your research?Note: Min 1 / Max 5010.List any recognitions you have received for this research (e.g., publications, presentations, awards, etc.)Note: No word count provided for above questions, unless otherwise indicated.Research AbstractPlease note that research abstracts are typically one page in length and encompass a brief synopsis of your work.Note: You may upload multiple research abstracts, answering the questions above for each abstract.