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For general information:

Information Center

303 Lewisohn

 

(116th & Broadway)

(212) 854-9699

 

(attended 9 a.m.–6 p.m.)

[email protected]


If you have already submitted an application:

Admissions and Student Affairs Office

 

(formerly the Student Services Center)

Columbia University
203 Lewisohn
M.C. 4119, 2970 Broadway
New York, NY 10027-6902

   

(212) 854-9666
Fax: (212) 854-7400

   

Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–7 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.


Counselor:
Peter Jamieson

Program Director: Dennis Green
Director's open-door hours: Tuesday–Thursday, 5–6:15 p.m.

   

 

 

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Computer Technology and Applications

The CTA Program prepares highly motivated adults for professional advancement in the information systems field.

  • Many CTA students currently work in information technology and seek additional skills in specific areas to enhance their careers.
  • Others are preparing for a major career change.

The CTA program offers courses in information technology skills designed to provide students with practical knowledge immediately applicable in the workplace.

CTA courses do not carry credit toward any academic degree.

The program is designed to accommodate the professional and personal obligations of students who currently may have full-time jobs.

At the same time, the curriculum is rigorous and demands a serious commitment of time and energy.

  • Students normally complete the program in four 15-week terms.
  • Students enroll in two courses per term, studying part-time.
  • Most classes are held once a week on weekday evenings (Monday-Friday) and in some cases on Saturday mornings and afternoons.
  • Laboratory hours are available, and students are expected to devote significant time to the preparation of class assignments and term projects.
  • CTA courses do not carry credit toward any academic degree.
  • Most CTA classes are held in classrooms and laboratories at two locations: the University's Morningside Heights campus, and Continuing Education and Special Programs' new facility at 100 William Street in the heart of Manhattan's financial district.

Candidates who successfully complete a prescribed program of at least four full terms (two courses per term for a total of 360 course hours) receive:

  1. an official Columbia University certificate
  2. transcripts from the University Registrar documenting individual courses and official final grades

Many students extend their study by taking additional courses beyond the eight required for the certificate. The University extends a substantial tuition discount to graduates of the CTA Program who wish to enroll in additional courses.

Admission to the CTA Program is selective, and the curriculum is challenging. As a result, graduates of the CTA Program have outstanding and superior opportunities for career advancement.

 

Information & News

May 15 2025

Next CTA Information Session:
June 6
More Information

Tracks:

C++ & Java: Programming and Software Development

Database Application Development & Design

Network Administration & Design

Analysis & Design of Information Systems

Software Development for E-commerce

   

Program Information

Schedule of Classes

2000-2001 Calendar

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Current Students

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