Summary
Columbia University has agreed to pay the U.S. government $200 million. This settlement ends several investigations by federal agencies and allows Columbia to access federal research money again.
Key Facts
- Columbia University will pay $200 million to settle with the federal government.
- The settlement is related to investigations by more than one federal agency.
- Before the settlement, Columbia's access to federal research funds was on hold.
- Paying the settlement will let Columbia receive federal research funding again.
- The settlement creates opportunities for Columbia to get more research grants in the future.
