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<p>Joint, Combined, and Dual Degree Programs
GS supports several dual-, combined-, and joint-degree programs with Columbia’s professional schools. Students must be specially nominated for these programs and only highly qualified candidates will be considered. The minimum requirements for a nomination for most of these highly competitive programs include: a grade-point average of 3.5; a minimum of 60 credits toward the degree, of which at least 30 letter-graded credits must have been earned at GS; and satisfactory and relevant professional experience. Qualified students should discuss their interest in one of these programs with their GS academic advisors and attend the information sessions about these programs sponsored by the Dean of Students Office and the individual professional schools.</p>
<p>Students are normally expected to complete their core requirements and a concentration prior to enrollment in the professional school for the combined or dual degree. More information about the application process and requirements for these combined and joint programs will be provided to qualified students. Following are the schools and programs to which GS may recommend highly qualified candidates for combined or joint degrees:</p>
<p>College of Dental Medicine
Columbia Business School
Columbia School of Law
The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science
The Program in Occupational Therapy, College of Physicians and Surgeons
The School of International and Public Affairs
The School of Social Work</p>