Overview

The degree prepares graduates for a variety of careers at the forefront of construction and project leadership

With the Master of Science in Construction Administration programme from Columbia University graduates develop rewarding careers with some of the world's most respected architecture, engineering, and construction firms, entrusted with delivering some of the most impactful projects of our time.

Fast Facts

Columbia University’s M.S. in Construction Administration degree was ranked #1 of 25 Best Master’s in Construction Management programmes by Great Business Schools.

Top employers of graduates include the Port Authority of NY & NJ, MTA, AECOM, Tishman, and Turner.

Construction of green buildings has seen a sustained, sharp increase worldwide.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Finance and Accounting in the Construction Industry

Estimating Project Costs

Construction Project Management

Safety in the Construction Industry

Legal Issues in Building Construction

Scheduling For Modern Construction

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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100

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Project Management Construction Management Structural Engineering View 23 other Masters in Structural Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

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GMAT

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

U.S. bachelor’s degree or international equivalent.

If your post-secondary credentials are from an institution outside the United States, the Office of Admissions requires you to submit all post-secondary credentials (undergraduate and graduate) to World Education Services, Inc. (WES), a third-party verification agency for a course-by-course evaluation for admission consideration.

The Office of Admissions will use the credential evaluation provided by WES to determine if your undergraduate degree is the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree.

Students must be comfortable with rapid and idiomatic spoken English.

Demonstrated ability for critical thinking and analysis.

While at least 2 to 3 years of industry experience is ideal, applicants with less experience who have worked in family businesses or through internships are encouraged to apply.

An engineering background is not required.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

65904 USD / year

≈ 65904 USD / year
Out-of-State

65904 USD / year

≈ 65904 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

65904 USD / year

≈ 65904 USD / year

Living costs

Manhattan

United States

2638 - 5751 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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