Compare MDP Programs

For Bangladeshi Students
1) Completed Application Form 2) Attested copies of Certificates and Mark Sheets of all Examinations (SSC, HSC etc.) 3) Testimonial/Letter of Recommendation from Institution last attended 4) Admission Test Fee Receipt 5) A total of 15 years of study and at least a bachelor's degree 6) A CGPA of 2.50 or above in the bachelor's degree

For International Students
Prospective international students require an undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized university to be eligible to apply for the program. Applicants need to provide a writing sample and a statement of purpose and must qualify for the program through an interview.

For English proficiency a minimum TOEFL score of 213 (computer based)/IELTS score of 6.0 is required.

* Academic Credentials from your university and copy of diploma. * Have a minimum of 2 years of professional experience, principally in area that you are going to study. * It is preferred that the applicants have experience working with agricultural or natural resources sectors, universities or affiliated organizations.

* Application form (biographical information filled in on the application site) * Personal statement * Standard Résumé/CV * Quantitative/Language Résumé/CV - click here for samples/instructions. * Test Scores ** GRE or GMAT ** TOEFL or IELTS (for non-english native speakers) * Three letters of recommendation * Academic Transcripts - please see details below. * Application fee - $85

   * Statement of Purpose
   * Letters of Recommendation
   * Transcripts
   * Résumé/Curriculum Vitae
   * GRE
   * TOEFL (for non-native English speakers)

* Application Form plus academic transcripts and degree certificates * A brief curriculum vitae or resume outlining your work and academic history * Two (2) character reference letters * Personal statement outlining why you are interested in this degree (300-500 words)

For Bangladeshi Nationals
Admission and other fees : Taka 23,400
Tuition Fees : Taka 270,000
For Nationals from SAARC/ Developing Countries
Admission and other fees : USD 1100
Tuition Fees : USD 9000
For Nationals from Developed Countries
Admission and other fees : USD 1100
Tuition Fees : USD 18000

Tuition and Fees:  $18,760 total for two years

Total - $67,800, per year

Tuition and Fees                         $36,892     
Living Expenses                          $10,440     
Accident/Sickness Insurance     $2,331     
Other Living Expenses               $2,500     
Textbooks and supplies            $800     
Initial Costs                               $1,250
         
TOTAL     $54,213

International Tuition : ~ $32,125 per year
Cost of living: ~ $16,000 - 19,000 per year
Books: ~ $850-1070 per year
Student Health Insurance: ~ $535 per year

Southeast Asia

Central and South America

Given Columbia University's relationship with the Millennium Village Projects, primarily located in Sub-Saharan Africa but expanding to other world regions, there is a focus on the Millennium Development Goals and the Millennium Village Projects.

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Tropical developing countries with a focus on South-East Asia, the Pacific and Sub-Saharan Africa.