Department of Cognitive Science

How do we measure human thought against machine processes? The Department of Cognitive Science at Columbia University tackles that question through rigorous inquiry. Housed within Milbank Hall Room 326, the program sits at 3009 Broadway in Morningside Heights, anchoring one of the city’s most storied academic corridors.

A PhD track anchors the department’s offerings alongside specialized seminars. Graduate students explore neural mechanisms, computational models, and philosophical implications of cognition. Undergraduates can pursue a dedicated concentration that bridges psychology, linguistics, and neuroscience. Faculty publish across journals spanning artificial intelligence, neuroscience, and beyond.

Questions about admissions or upcoming colloquia? Dial (212) 854-4689 to reach the main office. The department collaborates with campus labs that run experiments in perception, memory, and decision-making. Seminar topics rotate each term, often featuring visiting scholars from other universities.

Find the building and navigate straight there using the map before the next lecture series begins.