Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
8.16%
SAT Average
1,520
ACT Range
33-35
Cornell University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 8.16%. This means approximately 82 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 15,935 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
8.16%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $66,014 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $66,014 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $83,196 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $32,337 | State avg: $18,893. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 18.21% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 24.07% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Cornell University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$66,014
Room and board
$18,554
Books and supplies
$1,354
Other expenses
$2,218
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$83,196
Average net price
$32,337
Average aid coverage
61%
$50,859 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Cornell University pays approximately $32,337 per year after grants and aid. This is above the New York average of $18,893 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Cornell University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New York and national averages.
Cornell University net price
$32,337
New York average
$18,893
National average
$17,506
Cornell University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $66,014 and average net price at $32,337. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$66,014
Current net price
$32,337
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
95.14%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$104,043
Undergraduates
15,935
10-Year Median Earnings - Cornell University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Cornell University graduates earn about 2.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Cornell University?
Undergraduates
15,935
Completion rate
95.14%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
18.21%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
24.07%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 18.21% of Cornell University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 24.07% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Cornell University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Cornell University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Cornell University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Cornell University is listed at 300 Day Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Cornell University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | 8.16% | $66,014 | $32,337 | $104,043 |
| Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences | 59.08% | $40,375 | $26,027 | $131,426 |
| Helene Fuld College of Nursing | 23.81% | $24,648 | $37,732 | $111,027 |
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $109,601 |
| Center for Allied Health Education | 18.52% | Not available | $35,431 | $107,249 |
Similar Schools in Ithaca
This local cluster focuses on nearby Ithaca schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Ithaca.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornell University's acceptance rate?
Cornell University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 8.16%.
How much is Cornell University tuition?
Cornell University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $66,014.
What is Cornell University's average net price?
Cornell University's average net price in the local dataset is $32,337.
What does Cornell University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $4,079 for Cornell University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Cornell University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $104,043 for Cornell University.
Is Cornell University accredited?
Cornell University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Cornell University?
The local dataset lists 15,935 undergraduate students at Cornell University.
What percentage of Cornell University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Cornell University in the local dataset is 18.21%.
What is the federal loan rate at Cornell University?
The federal loan rate for Cornell University in the local dataset is 24.07%.
Where should I verify Cornell University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Cornell University or the latest official federal education data.