Columbia vs Penn campus visit
Admit rates (4% vs 6%), tour cadence, hotels near each campus, and whether you can see both in one day (90 min apart).
Fri, Sep 11 → Sun, Sep 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults
2 nights
2 adults
| Metric | Columbia | Penn |
|---|---|---|
| Admit rate | 4% | 6% |
| Undergrads | 8,671 | 10,830 |
| In-state tuition | $68,171 | $61,710 |
| Hotels within 3 mi | 58 | 44 |
| Nearest airport | LGA | PHL |
The verdict
If you value walking from the hotel, pick Columbia (58 hotels vs 44).
Drive between: 90 min — plan an overnight.
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