Resources

The Columbia community honors intellectual work and respects its origins. Students can learn more about upholding academic integrity, the honor code and pledge, and policies and procedures.

Anxiety disorders are treatable. Students have access to support, which may include individual or group counseling, among other strategies.

For individuals struggling with depression, help can include talking with an experienced professional. Support may include individual or group counseling, among other strategies.

Learn about the variety of programs available to first-generation students, from academic support to orientation and social events.

For those who have lost someone, it can be helpful to learn and strengthen coping strategies and gain support from others coping with loss.

International students have access to programs and support services to help them as they transition to the Columbia community, including helping them connect with the numerous international communities on campus, and supporting and assisting them as they plan for life beyond Columbia.

Students have access to student groups, events, education, advocacy and other services and resources to help all students explore and better understand diverse queer and trans idenitities, experiences and communities at Columbia and beyond.

The LGBTQ student community has access to resources for building and maintaining healthy relationships, including peer support and professional services.

Mentors are available to help students get answers to questions, discuss challenges or opportunities, and exchange stories about the Columbia experience.

Students have access to programs, resources and support for personal identity development, mentorship, intercultural learning, social justice education and institutional advocacy.

Columbia works to foster a welcoming and inclusive community by supporting undergraduate students in the development of skills and awareness of self and others required to responsibly engage, serve and lead at Columbia and beyond.

Students who have experienced an abusive incident in their relationships have 24/7/365 support via the SVR Helpline at 212-854-HELP (4357).

Relationships, as a means of social support, are integral to staying healthy. Learn how to build and maintain healthy relationships, identify signs of unhealthy relationships and manage complexities in relationships.

Violence in relationships can take different forms. Students have access to support to help them understand the definitions of sexual violence as well as to find prevention and consent education programs, and services to support survivors.

Students’ friendships, academics and extracurricular activities extend into the residence halls, creating an active campus life and strong residential communities and learning environments where creativity and connections can flourish are fostered.

Support for Columbia's LGBTQ student community includes medical care, professional and peer support, information about relevant policies and more.

Students have access to birth control education, safer sex supplies, STI testing, HIV testing and counseling, and more.

Survivors of sexual assault can seek trauma-informed, confidential support services including crisis counseling, intervention and advocacy.

Sleep is critical to your mood, physical state, ability to concentrate and overall health. For help improving sleep habits, students can take a personalized sleep assessment.

Student centers on campus offer students an opportunity to work and relax.

Returning from medical leave or not sure where to go? If the concern cuts across multiple categories, contact our case managers to get pointed in the right direction.

Students have access to student groups, events, education, advocacy and other services and resources to help all students explore and better understand racial and ethnic identities, histories, experiences and communities at Columbia and beyond.

Students with families looking for support can find a variety of resources related to childcare, breastfeeding support, advocacy and more.

Students looking for help with substance use have access to resources to help them understand the risks and consequences of substance use and how to make safe, responsible decisions.

Veterans and service members on campus have access to support related to veterans benefits, returning from duty and leaving for duty.