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Columbia University reviews

4.0

65% would recommend to a friend

(5,424 total reviews)
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Lee C. Bollinger

60% approve of CEO

50% positive business outlook

Columbia University has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 5,424 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Columbia University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Educación industry (3.7 stars).

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5K reviews
4.0
Feb 21, 2026

Coud Pay More

Recommend
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Pros

They are a reputable organization with great benefits and job security. Working in an Healthcare / Academic institution can give you a sense of purpose especially when witnessing the research and work that gets done at the University. They are saving and impacting lives!

Cons

Employees are not always valued and compensated as they should be. Everyone feels almost replaceable no matter the amount of years or work you put in. Bonuses are practically non-existent.

4.0
Feb 19, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

laid-back environment, student and staff-organized events every week, job opportunities

Cons

complex and niche projects that might not translate easily to other fields of study

3.0
Feb 17, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Collaborative team environment with knowledgeable colleagues. Opportunities to learn cross-functional finance operations and improve analytical skills. Leadership generally supportive and approachable. Exposure to different projects helped broaden experience.

Cons

Some processes could be more streamlined and standardized. Communication between departments can occasionally cause delays. Workflows and systems sometimes feel manual and could benefit from automation or clearer documentation.

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