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Sometime in the past couple days Columbia decided that if you graduated less than two years ago, you are required to submit two academic letters of recommendation. I graduated in 2018.
Unfortunately, I took a break from school for five years and when I returned as a part time student I took one professor several times for my major and then I took a handful of other professors just once. None of them would have much to say about me assuming they remember me at all, nor would the ones I took in 2009-2012 at this point. Getting another academic LOR is just not an option for me. Do I give up on Columbia or stubbornly submit anyway?
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I visited Columbia this past week and another prospective student asked a similar question. The admissions rep said then that at least one academic letter was needed and two would be preferred but a professional LoR from those out of school for a bit was acceptable. He stressed to have LoR from people who know you well and can speak to your qualifications, so I think you should submit!
Call them and explain why you will only have one academic reference who can speak on your behalf in a meaningful way. Ask if it is okay to submit your 1 academic LoR along with a work LoR.