Description

Cornell University is a nationally acclaimed academic and research institution located in Ithaca, New York. Part of the Ivy League, Cornell was founded in 1865, and boasts some of the most famous and well respected academic minds in the country.

Bachelor’s degrees can be earned in every traditional discipline, with over 70 undergraduate majors available. Undergraduate students are encouraged to get involved with academic research projects supervised by graduate students and faculty.

With 93 graduate degrees at Cornell, students are able to study specific concentrations not offered by many other universities. Cornell’s graduate programs include a school of law, medicine, engineering, and much more. Enrolled graduate students should expect extensive research to accommodate graduate requirements.

Student life activities dominate the Ithaca campus. Residential life, campus activities, outdoor excursions, student clubs, Greek life, study body government, and proud athletic teams offer every student a social and recreational outlet. Students are encouraged to get involved in volunteer opportunities in the surrounding communities as well.

Support services are like none other on Cornell’s campus. Students receive superb services, including academic advising, individual tutoring, academic workshops and labs, a health clinic, career advising, supportive clubs, and much more.

As an Ivy League school, tuition at Cornell can be expensive, which is why eligible students are offered scholarships based on need, and financial aid advising is available on campus.

Cornell University is a pillar of academic excellence in our nation’s history. Students can be confident that they receive nothing short of the best from Cornell’s faculty, staff, and facilities.

Quick Facts about Cornell University

Location

Northeast

Setting

Large Town Setting

Type

Private

Size

Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Big Red

Website

www.cornell.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

Selectivity

Most Selective

In-State Tuition

$41,325

Out-of-State Tuition

$41,325

Retention Rate

96%

Enrollment

20,850

Year Established

1865

Ratings & Reviews

Overall School Rating: 5 See all ratings

89% of students gave Cornell University 5 stars overall.

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Student at This School - Grad Year 2015

Overall Rating:
5

Detailed Ratings

The old pun around Cornell stands ever true; Ithaca is Gorges. The atmosphere around Ithaca and Cornell's campus may seem a bit wet sometimes, but overall it is the most beautiful campus I've ever been on, and being able to interact with the faculty and the students here have been a blessing with me.

Alumnus - Grad Year 1999

Overall Rating:
5

Detailed Ratings

Cornell's a great place to spend 4 years of your life. The school has a gazillion opportunities to learn with 7 colleges and hundreds of top-ranked programs to choose from. The setting combines awe inspiring natural beauty with a local culture and personality that is hard to beat.

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Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
13,846
Freshman Class
3,247
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
20,850

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
66%
Graduate
34%

Full-Time vs. Part-Time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
26%
Out-of-State
74%

Gender of Students

Women
50%
Men
50%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
5%
Asian
16%
Caucasian
51%
Latino
6%
Other
22%

Students State Origin

New York
26%
New Jersey
10%
California
7%
Pennsylvania
4%
Massachusetts
4%
Other
49%

International Students

International
16%
Domestic
84%

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