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4.0

66% would recommend to a friend

(5,434 total reviews)
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Lee C. Bollinger

61% approve of CEO

51% positive business outlook

Columbia University has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 5,434 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Columbia University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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5K reviews
3.0
Feb 17, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Collaborative team environment with knowledgeable colleagues. Opportunities to learn cross-functional finance operations and improve analytical skills. Leadership generally supportive and approachable. Exposure to different projects helped broaden experience.

Cons

Some processes could be more streamlined and standardized. Communication between departments can occasionally cause delays. Workflows and systems sometimes feel manual and could benefit from automation or clearer documentation.

4.0
Feb 16, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good starting point to gain experience

Cons

Lower paying position but in the long run it was worth it for the experience gained

5.0
Feb 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

World-class researchers to be mentored from, and smart peers. If you put in work, you can grow a lot.

Cons

The system will not go out of its way to support you. It is important to navigate the process of choosing your advisor carefully, as this plays a huge role in your success.

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