Columbia is home to many programs that serve as a bridge for candidates from historically underrepresented groups to advance from high school to undergraduate studies, undergraduate to graduate studies, graduate studies to faculty positions, and junior faculty positions to research independence.
As part of the Inclusive Faculty Pathways initiative, the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement has convened an administrative group called Columbia University Pathways Programs (CUPP) that connects the staff and faculty who coordinate these programs and organizes joint summer programming to create a climate of inclusion and belonging for the participating students.
The Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Advancement is proud to support three such programs:
If your Columbia University pathways program is not listed above, please fill out this form to be added to this page.