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THE TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 135598093 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE B430 · Education · Very Large (>$50M) · columbia.edu
revenue
$7.5B
expenses
$7.2B
net assets
$20.5B
employees
41,297
volunteers
17,484
program ratio
90%
profile · synthesized from sources

Columbia University is a private Ivy League research university in New York City, founded in 1754. It advances knowledge through world-class research, undergraduate and graduate education, and public engagement. The university conducts pioneering work across disciplines including medicine, climate science, artificial intelligence, and the humanities, with a significant impact on global policy, technology, and culture.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $1.64B
    THE UNIVERSITY, THROUGH THE COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IRVING MEDICAL CENTER AND ITS MEDICAL FACULTY PRACTICE PLAN, PROVIDES DIRECT PATIENT CARE AND OTHER CLINICAL AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO HOSPITALS AND OTHER HEALTH CARE INSTITUTIONS THROUGH CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS FOR SERVICES.
  2. #2 $988.70M
    THE UNIVERSITY PERFORMS RESEARCH, TRAINING, AND OTHER SERVICES UNDER GRANTS AND CONTRACTS WITH AGENCIES OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AND OTHER SPONSORING ORGANIZATIONS.
named programs · 5 · from sources

What they call their work

Center for Oral History Research
Conducts and preserves oral histories of New York City and global events since 1948
Columbia Climate School
Drives climate action through interdisciplinary research, education, and partnerships to address global environmental challenges
Double Discovery Center
Supports low-income and first-generation college-bound youth in New York City to ensure high school and college graduation
Harlem Health Promotion Center
Collaborates with community stakeholders to improve the health of Harlem residents
Military Veterans of Columbia University
Student veteran organization supporting over 650 veterans and dependents studying at Columbia
activities · 11 groups

What they do

  • Biomedical Research and Innovation 1 activity
    • Advances research across disciplines
      Operates over 100 research centers and institutes across natural and biomedical sciences, social sciences, and humanities. Conducts pioneering research in brain science, quantum dots, RNA therapy, CAR T cell therapy, Alzheimer’s detection, and neonatal DNA screening. Has made foundational contributions to MRI, lasers, nuclear science, antibiotics, digital photography, and oral history.
  • Digital Communications and Content Management 1 activity
    • Engages alumni through digital platforms
      Manages a LinkedIn group with over 70,000 members, a Facebook page with 89,000 followers, an Instagram channel with 34,000 followers, and a YouTube channel with over 3,000 subscribers to connect and engage alumni.
  • Study Abroad and Global Immersion Programs 1 activity
    • Hosts a diverse academic community
      Hosts a diverse academic community of over 40,000 students, faculty, and staff from around the world.
  • Student Milestone Ceremonies & Events 1 activity
    • Hosts community and campus events
      Hosts an annual community celebration bringing together local residents and Columbia-affiliated organizations for arts, sciences, and social activities. Organizes commencement ceremonies, academic processions, and commencement shuttle services for graduates on Morningside Campus.
  • Higher Education Degree Programs 1 activity
    • Offers academic programs and resources to students and the public
      Offers academic programs through three undergraduate schools, fifteen graduate and professional schools, a medical center, four affiliated colleges, and over one hundred research centers. Provides access to 13 million volumes, 160,000 journals, and extensive electronic resources through its library system. Offers programs designed to engage and educate high school students.
  • Comprehensive Community Service Hubs 1 activity
    • Operates youth and community support programs in Upper Manhattan
      Operates the Double Discovery Center to support low-income and first-generation college-bound youth toward high school and college graduation. Runs the Harlem Health Promotion Center to improve health outcomes through collaboration with community and public health stakeholders. Implements education, health, and social service programs in Upper Manhattan.
  • Research and Scholarly Fellowship Support 1 activity
    • Provides access to academic resources for community scholars
      Provides access to university resources for independent, community-based scholars from Upper Manhattan through the A'Lelia Bundles Community Scholars program.
  • Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
    • Provides financial aid and access programs for non-traditional and transfer students
      Committed $30 million to financial aid for School of General Studies students, with a focus on transfer students from New York City community colleges. Partners on the Mayor's Scholarship Program for NYC municipal workers and supports enrollment of over 650 veterans and dependents.
  • College Access and Success Support 1 activity
    • Supports educational pathways for community college students
      Establishes a pathway for high-achieving Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) students to transition into bachelor's degree programs at Columbia School of General Studies, including dual enrollment and coordinated advising. Formalized a partnership with BMCC to support this initiative.
  • School Sports Booster Programs 1 activity
    • Supports student-athletes and collegiate sports programs
      Introduces incoming student-athletes for football, men's soccer, softball, and other sports. Recognizes team awards, organizes foreign tours (e.g., women's basketball to Japan), and supports student-athletes in national and international competitions including NCAA championships, IRA National Championships, and Wimbledon.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Offers arts programs and resources
      Offers a wide range of arts programs and resources leveraging faculty expertise and location in New York City.
    • Supports institutional leadership and governance
      Conducted a national search for a new university president involving broad community input and appointed Jennifer L. Mnookin as president-designate effective July 1, 2026.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$7.51B
Contributions & grants$2.08B28%
Program service revenue$4.54B60%
Investment income$708.59M9%
Other revenue$183.52M
expenses
Total expenses$7.21B
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead8%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$4.41B
Grants paid out$996.04M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$26.03B
Cash$1.30B
Investments$16.27B
Liabilities$5.54B
Net assets$20.49B
Liquid reserves29.2 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +2.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 24
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
LAWRENCE GERALD LENKE PROFESSOR OF SURGERY 60 $6.87M
KIM LEW CEO OF IMC 60 $5.38M
RONALD ARTHUR LEHMAN JR PROFESSOR OF SURGERY 60 $3.61M
EMILE BACHA Professor of Surgery 60 $3.49M
CRAIG SMITH PROFESSOR OF SURGERY 60 $3.27M
SAMUEL Z WILLIAMS PROFESSOR OF OBSTETRICS 60 $3.18M
LEE C BOLLINGER PRESIDENT (FORMER) 60 $1.93M
NEMAT MINOUCHE T SHAFIK PRESIDENT (THROUGH 8/14/24) 60 $1.83M
KATRINA ARMSTRONG INTERIM PRESIDENT/EVP HEALTH 60 $1.76M
ANIL RUSTGI INT EVP SCI (FORMER) 60 $1.29M
ANNE R SULLIVAN EXECUTIVE VP FOR FINANCE 60 $1.11M
LEE GOLDMAN EVP HEALTH SCIENCES (FORMER) 60 $1.11M
AMELIA ALVERSON EXEC VP - UNIV DVLP&ALUM RLTS 60 $960K
FELICE ROSAN GENERAL COUNSEL 60 $951K
ANGELA V OLINTO PROVOST 60 $937K
MARY BOYCE PROVOST (FORMER) 60 $885K
DENNIS MITCHELL INT PROVOST (Former) 60 $867K
IRA KATZNELSON Int PROVOST (FORMER) 60 $834K
AMY HUNGERFORD EXEC VP-A&S 60 $831K
CASWELL HOLLOWAY CHF OPR OFCR 60 $771K
SUSAN K GLANCY SECRETARY 60 $726K
DAVID GREENBERG EXEC VP FACILITIES 60 $692K
JEROME DAVIS SECRETARY (FORMER) 60 $581K
GERALD M ROSBERG SENIOR EVP (Former) 60 $382K
board members · 1
  • ABIGAIL ELBAUM — TRUSTEE
relationships · 17

Who they work with

  • American Association for the Advancement of Science Coalition — Engages with the organization to support science advocacy.
  • Association of American Medical Colleges Coalition — Collaborates on advocacy for academic medicine, research, and healthcare.
  • Barnard College Partner — Collaborates on academic arts programs within the Columbia University ecosystem.
  • Board of Trustees Government — 24-member Board of Trustees directs the governance of the University.
  • Borough of Manhattan Community College Partner — Formalized a partnership to support educational access and collaboration.
  • Borough of Manhattan Community College Partner — Formalized partnership to create the BMCC–Columbia NYC Scholars Program, enabling BMCC students to transition to Columbia School of General Studies.
  • Borough of Manhattan Community College Partner — Partnership to support transfer students from community colleges to Columbia University.
  • Columbia News Network — Platform that features stories about Columbia University staff and initiatives
  • Faculty of Arts and Sciences Partner — Administrative body overseeing faculty in social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences.
  • Hostos Community College Partner — Partnership to support transfer students from community colleges to Columbia University.
  • Irving Institute for Clinical and Translational Research Network — Member of a national network of over 50 medical research institutions advancing clinical and translational research
  • National Cancer Institute Government — Agency that renewed designation of Columbia's Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center
  • Paris 1 Panthéon-Sorbonne Partner — Transatlantic academic partner in The Alliance Program
  • Rice University Partner — Collaborates with Rice University on a task force related to the future of foreign assistance through Columbia SIPA’s Institute of Global Politics and Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
  • Sciences Po Partner — Transatlantic academic partner in The Alliance Program
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison Partner — Appointed Jennifer L. Mnookin as president-designate, who currently serves as Chancellor of the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
  • École Polytechnique Partner — Transatlantic academic partner in The Alliance Program
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Partnership-Driven Systems Change
    methodology: partnership-driven climate action
    By forming collaborative partnerships across sectors, we drive large-scale climate action because systemic challenges require coordinated implementation beyond academic boundaries.
  • Seamless Academic Pathway for Nontraditional Learners
    methodology: seamless_transfer_pathway
    By using dual enrollment and coordinated advising, we enable successful transfer from community college to Columbia because structured academic bridges reduce systemic barriers for nontraditional and underrepresented students.
  • Translational Research Model
    methodology: translational_research
    By integrating discovery science with clinical application, we treat previously untreatable conditions because bridging lab-based research to patient care accelerates medical innovation and real-world impact.