Columbia vs Yale campus visit
Admit rates (4% vs 5%), tour cadence, hotels near each campus, and whether you can see both in one day (120 min apart).
Fri, Sep 11 → Sun, Sep 13, 2026 · 2 nights · 2 adults
2 nights
2 adults
| Metric | Columbia | Yale |
|---|---|---|
| Admit rate | 4% | 5% |
| Undergrads | 8,671 | 6,781 |
| In-state tuition | $68,171 | $66,925 |
| Hotels within 3 mi | 58 | 24 |
| Nearest airport | LGA | BDL |
The verdict
If you value walking from the hotel, pick Columbia (58 hotels vs 24).
Drive between: 120 min — plan an overnight.
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