News | Academics

University pilots ‘de-densification’ of class schedule amid expansion considerations

The 10 participating departments attempted to implement a 40 percent cap on the number of classes that started between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for spring 2026 registration.

By Eliza Lamster / Staff Photographer

The University is considering expanding undergraduate enrollment in Columbia College and the School of Engineering and Applied Science by up to 20 percent.

By Matt Luo, Arabelle Park, and Emily Ta • January 22, 2026 at 11:42 PM

Share