Why I Want To Attend Columbia University

What mainly distinguished Columbia from the other research universities are the highly equipped laboratories that are directed by precursors in every field. The department of biological sciences immediately drew my attention, as I would consider myself lucky to continue my undergraduate education under the instruction of such highly equipped professors. Columbia faculty is known for its success at pushing the limits of science thus making numerous significant scientific discoveries in diverse fields. The low student-faculty ratio enables the students to interact directly with extraordinary scientific minds, having access to the information at first hand. I remain convinced that with the help of numerous research areas in Columbia, I will be able to gain great insight to the biological sciences. Also, the student research projects in diverse subjects offered by Columbia invokes a great excitement in me given that I am willing to involve myself immediately in these kinds of experiences. …show more content…
For me, being a Columbian isn’t only getting a high level education, but also being able to improve and cultivate oneself to become a whole rounded individual who will be able to use his/her experiences gained from the university further in life. I value education not only in the classroom but also outside the classroom. Accordingly, New York being the center of every industry serves as an extension of the classroom for students from every field possible. I am certain that besides a great education in the classroom, Columbia will also incite me to engage with the community and explore social impact to broaden my perspective with the help of its diverse campus, numerous cultural events and student activities. I sincerely hope that I have the intellectual capacity and innovativeness to become a