前不久哥伦比亚大学跟随着宾夕法尼亚大学的脚步，成为了第二个不再对SAT2和SAT写作作硬性要求的的常春藤学校，同时哥大也不要求学生提交SAT Subject Tests (俗称SAT2)。
While we do not require SAT or ACT writing tests or SAT Subject Tests, students who have taken these exams may submit their results if they wish them to be considered. Additionally, Columbia will continue to accept scores for both the redesigned and previous version of the SAT for applicants applying for admission for Fall 2017 and Fall 20