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Cornell University is a prestigious vine League University
located in Ithaca, New York. It was founded in 1865 by Ezra Cornell and Andrew
Dickson White with the greatest vision of creating a university where "any
person can find instruction in any study."
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Founded in |
1865 |
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Founded By |
Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White |
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Location |
Ithaca, New York |
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Type |
Private Ivy League Research University |
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Motto |
I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in
any study.” |
Schools & Colleges
Top-Ranked Programs:
Engineering & Computer Science
Business & Economics
Medicine
Agriculture & Life Sciences
Law & Public Policy
Reputation &
Research
Ivy League Status: One of the eight elite Ivy League schools
Research Powerhouse: ~$1 billion in annual research funding
Notable Inventions: Cornell researchers contributed to
Google’s search algorithm
NASA Ties: Designed instruments for Mars rovers
Global Presence
Campuses:
Main Campus: Ithaca, NY
Cornell Tech: New York City
Weill Cornell Medicine: NYC & Qatar
International Alumni Network: 250,000+ worldwide
Campus & Student
Life
Scenic Beauty: Famous for waterfalls, gorges, and natural
landscapes
Diverse Student Body: ~25,000 students from 120+ countries
Clubs & Activities: 1,000+ student organizations
Big Red Athletics: 37 varsity teams
Cornell Dairy: Home to the famous Cornell Ice Cream &
Cheese
Famous Alumni
Bill Nye Ruth Bader Ginsburg (Former U.S. Supreme Court
Justice
Anthony Fauci Immunologist, COVID-19 Task Force Leader
Toni Morrison Nobel Prize-winning author
E.B. White Author of Charlotte’s Web
Instruction Begins: January 21, 2025
Final Exams: May 10–17, 2025
Commencement Weekend: May 23–25, 2025
December Recognition Ceremony: December 21, 2025
Cornell University is highly selective, and the application
process varies slightly depending only on the type of applicant. There is a
step-by-step guide for undergraduate admissions.
Choose Your College
& Major
Cornell has 8 undergraduate colleges, and applicants must
select one of them.
College of Arts & Sciences
College of Engineering
SC Johnson College of Business
College of Agriculture & Life Sciences
College of Human Ecology
Decide Between Early
Decision or Regular Decision
Early Decision – Deadline: November 1, 2024
Regular Decision – Deadline: January 2, 2025
Complete the Common
Application
Create an account on Common App
Select Cornell University
Fill in personal & academic details
Write the Cornell-specific supplemental essay
Submit Required
Documents
Official High School Transcripts
Letters of Recommendation
Standardized Test Scores
Financial Aid &
Scholarships
FAFSA Deadline: January 15, 2025
CSS Profile Deadline: February 15, 2025
Cornell meets 100% of demonstrated financial need but does
not offer merit-based scholarships.
Interview
Some colleges, like the College of Architecture, Art, and Planning, require an interview or portfolio review.
Check Your
Application Status
After submitting, track your application via Cornell’s
Applicant Portal.
Decisions for:
Early Decision: Mid-December 2024
Regular Decision: Late March 2025
Receive Decision
& Enroll
If admitted, confirm enrollment by May 1, 2025
Pay the enrollment deposit and prepare for move-in!
Graduate &
Transfer Admissions
Graduate programs have different deadlines and requirements
per department.
Transfer applications are due March 15, 2025, for fall
entry.
Undergraduate Admission
Common Application
Cornell-Specific Supplemental Essay
High School Transcript
School Report & Counselor Recommendation
Two Teacher Recommendations
Standardized Test
Scores
Mid-Year School Report
Final High School Transcript
Common Application
Official College Transcripts
Official High School Transcript
College Report
Academic Evaluator Recommendation
Mid-Term Report
Undergraduate Students
Tuition:
Endowed Colleges
Annual Tuition: $68,380
Per Semester: $34,190
Contract Colleges:
New York State Residents: $46,056 per year
Non-Residents: $68,380 per year
Mandatory Fees:
Student Activity Fee: $384 per year
Health Fee: $550 per year
Housing and Dining:
Housing: $12,296 per year
Dining: $7,132 per year
Additional Estimated Expenses:
Books and Supplies: $1,226 per year
Personal Expenses: $2,182 per year
Transportation: Varies based on the student's location
Total Estimated Cost of Attendance:
Endowed Colleges: Approximately $92,150 per year
Contract Colleges: Approximately $69,826 per year
Source: Cornell Financial Aid - Cost to Attend
Graduate Students
Tuition
Research Degrees
Endowed Colleges: $29,500 per year
Contract Colleges: $20,800 per year
Professional Degrees:
Master of Engineering: $68,380 per year
Master of Business Administration: $83,106 per year
Law: $81,306 per year
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine:
NY Residents: $42,948 per year
Non-Residents: $64,042 per year
Mandatory Fees:
Graduate Student Activity Fee: $110 per year
Living Expenses:
Estimated Living Expenses: $37,165 per year
Strong Engineering & Business Programs
Top-Tier Research University
Ivy League Prestige
Gorgeous Natural Campus
Cornell Dairy & Famous Ice Cream
Successful Alumni
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Ques. Can I apply to multiple
Cornell colleges? |
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Ans. No, you must choose ONE undergraduate college to apply to. |
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Ques. How do I check my
application status? |
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Ans. After submitting your application, you can track it through
Cornell’s Applicant Portal. |
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Ques. Does Cornell offer
scholarships? |
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Ans. Cornell does not offer merit-based scholarships but provides
need-based financial aid. |
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Ques. Does Cornell have Greek
life? |
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Ans. Yes, Cornell has over 60 fraternities & sororities, making
up about 30% of students. |
