Cornell University

Private
IthacaNY
City

Estimated Net Cost

(per year)
$27k

Estimated Post Grad Salary

(per year)
$91k

Return on Education

(post 4-year graduation)
Excellent

Pros

  • Ivy League education

  • Strong academic programs

  • Diverse student body

  • Beautiful campus

Cons

  • High cost of tuition

  • Competitive admission process

  • Cold winters

  • Large class sizes

Tuition and Costs

Understanding Tuition Costs at Cornell University: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Cornell University. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

Most Recent Tuition Costs

Understanding Tuition Costs at Cornell University: Navigating college expenses doesn't have to be complicated. Our comprehensive guide to tuition, fees, and other associated costs breaks down everything you need to know about financing your education at Cornell University. Find out how we make higher education affordable and what financial options are available to you.

Yearly4 years
Tuition and Fees
$66,014$264,056
Room and Board
$18,554$74,216
Books and Supplies
$1,354$5,416
Other expenses
$2,218$8,872
Sticker Price$88,140$352,560

Historical Tuition Costs

Based on historical data, in-state tuition is expected to rise by approximately $1,785 per year over the next three years, reaching $65,983 in 2024, and $67,768 in 2025, and $69,553 in 2026.

Return On Education

Investing in higher education is a pivotal step towards future prosperity. It's essential to weigh the upfront costs against the potential for increased lifetime earnings and career opportunities. Our ROEdu score aims to help you understand tuition, living expenses, and financial aid, alongside the long-term benefits of earning a degree. By making informed decisions about where and what you study, you can maximize the return on your educational investment, turning the cost of your degree into a foundation for future success and financial security.

RoEDU
999
Cornell University stands in the premier league, positioned within the top institutions for return on education, delivering unparalleled value and setting its graduates on a path to remarkable success.

Admissions

Cornell University admissions is highly selective with an acceptance rate of 7%. The application deadline can be found on the institution's website.
7%Admission Rate
95%Graduation Rate

Admissions Requirements

SAT Range
1470 - 1570
ACT Range33 - 35
High School GPA

N/A

Key dates

Application DeadlineSee college website
Early Decision DateSee college website
Early Action DateSee college website

Majors & Degrees

Explore the range of academic programs offered at this institution.
SciencesBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Plant BiologyMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Cellular BiologyDoctoral Degree – Research
MicrobiologyMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
ZoologyBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
PathologyDoctoral Degree – Research
ToxicologyMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
NeurobiologyMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Biomedical SciencesBachelor's Degree
EconomicsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
AstronomyBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Atmospheric SciencesBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
GeologyBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
PsychologyBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Social SciencesBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
VeterinaryMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research, Doctoral Degree – Professional
TechnicianMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
EngineeringBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
AerospaceMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Chemical EngineeringBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Civil EngineeringBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Electrical EngineeringBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Physics EngineeringBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Environmental EngineeringBachelor's Degree
Material EngineeringBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Nuclear EngineeringDoctoral Degree – Research
Systems EngineeringMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Operations ResearchBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
HistoryBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Medieval StudiesMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Political ScienceBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Real EstateMaster's Degree
LinguisticsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
East Asian Languages, Literatures & LinguisticsMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
GermanBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Romance Languages, Literatures & LinguisticsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Classic Languages, Literatures & LinguisiticsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
HospitalityBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
EducationBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
HealthBachelor's Degree, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Other
NutritionBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Adminstrative ServicesMaster's Degree
Medical IllustrationMaster's Degree
Apparel & TextilesBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
LawDoctoral Degree – Research, Doctoral Degree – Professional
Legal StudiesMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Liberal ArtsBachelor's Degree
BiologyBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Biochemistry & Molecular BiologyMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
BiomathematicsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
EcologyMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
GeneticsMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
MathematicsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Applied MathematicsMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
StatisticsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
ChemistryBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
PhysicsBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
AnthropologyBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
ArcheologyBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree
SociologyBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
MedicalMaster's Degree
MedicineDoctoral Degree – Professional
BusinessMaster's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
Human Resource ManagementBachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctoral Degree – Research
ManagementMaster's Degree

Student Life

Learn about the community, campus culture, and experiences that shape student life at this college.

Student Breakdown

Total Enrollment3,537
Full-time Students3,537
Part-time StudentsN/A

Faculty

Faculty-Student Ratio:9:1
Full-Time FacultyN/A
Part-Time FacultyN/A

Reviews and Ratings

For complete transparency we combine scores from across the web to give you a true picture of what students think about Cornell University. Additionally, we have our own score which can be used alongside these external sources.

Tuition Covered Rating
(4.5)
Niche
(3.8)
US News
(4.9)

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