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BS/MS Global Dual Degree with Ecole Polytechnique

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This elite five-year program is highly competitive and leverages the strengths of two world-class academic institutions to deliver a holistic curriculum that emphasizes mathematics, research, and a global mindset.

The program prepares graduates to pioneer novel solutions in a range of fields including sustainability, environmental conservation, resource management, climate change, and AI.

Program Highlights

Students in the Global Dual Degree benefit from:

  • An integrated program curriculum, including specialized courses from world-renowned Columbia professors during the Bachelor's program. 
  • Direct admission into one of Columbia Engineering's 10 Master's programs
  • Specialized programming, courses and events at Columbia University during the Master's program
  • Dedicated career placement guidance through Columbia Engineering's Graduate Career Placement team
  • Vibrant student life and culture at Columbia University in the heart of New York City

How the BS/MS Dual Degree with Ecole Polytechnique Works

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Years at Ecole Polytechnique

Ecole Polytechnique's Bachelor Program offers students the choice of three double tracks allowing them to customize their academic journey with a specialization in mathematics and either in economics, computer science or engineering and physical science.

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Years at Columbia Engineering

Columbia's Master Program offers students the choice of ten master programs according to the double track choosen during their bachelor degree.

Available Master's Programs

Master of Science Program Pathways

The following MS programs are pre-approved based on the selected Double Degree major at Ecole Polytechnique. Students will be advised on course selection to ensure that they meet the admissions requirements of their selected Master's program.
  • BS Double Degree: Maths and Physics

    Available Master of Science programs:

    • Applied Mathematics
    • Applied Physics
    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Chemical Engineering
    • Computer Engineering
    • Computer Science
    • Data Science
    • Earth and Environmental Engineering
    • Financial Engineering
    • Materials Science
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Operations Research
    • Quantum Science and Technology
  • BS Double Degree: Maths and Computer Science

    Available Master of Science programs:

    • Applied Mathematics
    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Computer Engineering
    • Computer Science
    • Data Science
    • Earth and Environmental Engineering
    • Financial Engineering
    • Materials Science
    • Operations Research
    • Quantum Science and Technology
  • BS Double Degree: Maths and Economics

    Available Master of Science programs:

    • Applied Mathematics
    • Computer Science
    • Data Science
    • Earth and Environmental Engineering
    • Financial Engineering
    • Materials Science
    • Operations Research

For information about the Master of Science portion of the program, contact Graduate Admissions.

Students interested in applying to the program must apply through the Ecole Polytechnique admissions process.

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See Yourself at Columbia Engineering

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Graduate Student Life

From delving deeper into your engineering interests in a professional organization to exploring New York City with a group of friends, you’ll find your people and your place at Columbia Engineering.

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Career Placement

At every stage of the journey, we empower you to advance your career through training, information, strategic connections, advanced tools, and more.

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