Columbia’s Admissions Scandal: How Epstein’s Girlfriend Got In—Twice (5/1/26)

New reporting reveals that a senior administrator at Columbia’s College of Dental Medicine played a central role in helping Jeffrey Epstein’s girlfriend, Karyna Shuliak, gain admission to the program—not just once, but through multiple interventions that bypassed standard procedures. After initially being rejected, Shuliak’s application was revived through what has been described as an “irregular process,” with administrators assisting her academically and administratively while Epstein leveraged his financial influence and connections. At least one key figure within the dental school remained in place even as other officials tied to the situation resigned, were removed, or faced disciplinary action, raising questions about uneven accountability inside the institution.

The broader context makes the situation even more troubling. Documents show that Epstein used the promise of donations and his network of relationships to influence admissions decisions, with senior faculty and administrators actively facilitating Shuliak’s path into the program despite her initial rejection. While Columbia has taken action against some individuals linked to the case, the fact that others remain in positions of authority underscores lingering concerns about how deeply Epstein’s influence penetrated the institution—and whether the response has been selective rather than comprehensive. The episode adds to a growing body of evidence showing how elite institutions were willing to bend or bypass rules when Epstein’s money and connections were involved.

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A dental school administrator helped Epstein’s girlfriend get into Columbia twice. As others depart, he remains.