Universities/NY/Cornell University

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY · Private Nonprofit · 15,995 students

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$104k
Median earnings 10 years
after starting college
9%Acceptance Rate
95%Graduation Rate
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Acceptance Rate

8.8%
Most Selective (Ivy League tier)
Out of every 100 applicants, approximately 9 are admitted
Most Selective (0%)Open Admission (100%)

Admitted Student Profile

Average SAT Score
Combined (Math + Reading)
1535
80012001600
ACT Midpoint Score
Middle 50% of admitted students
34
11836

Student Body

15,995
Total Students
Undergraduates
8.8%
Acceptance Rate
Of applicants admitted
15%
First-Gen Students
First in family to attend college
18%
Pell Grant Students
Receiving federal need-based aid

Cornell University — Admissions

Cornell University has an acceptance rate of 8.8%, making it one of the most selective universities in the United States — fewer than 1 in 10 applicants are admitted.

Competitive applicants typically have an SAT score around 1535 or an ACT score around 34. Strong academics, extracurriculars, and essays are key components of a competitive application.

18% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating that the university serves a significant proportion of students from lower-income backgrounds.

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