Columbia University’s application numbers for the class of 2029 fell modestly (from ~60,248 to ~59,616).
The dip comes on the heels of pro-Palestinian protests, administrative backlash, and political scrutiny, factors that appear to be influencing some admitted students’ decisions to reconsider enrollment.
Why It Matters: External political and social climates can directly impact application trends, and students are increasingly weighing institutional values and campus climate when applying.
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