Columbia University

Columbia University, mainly in New York City; founded 1754 as King's College by grant of King George II; first college in New York City, fifth oldest in the United States; one of the eight Ivy League institutions.

Sections in this article:

• Introduction
• History
• Schools and Affiliates
• Bibliography

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