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Cornell University
Ithaca, NYPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Extremely Selective • 9% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Cornell University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of Ithaca, NY. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 16.0K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 9%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
16.0K (Large)
Admissions Selectivity
9% (Extremely Selective)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading730 - 770
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math770 - 800
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite33 - 35
1typical 50% range36
9%
Acceptance Rate
Extremely Selective
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing14% of degrees
Engineering13% of degrees
Biological Sciences10% of degrees
Social Sciences8% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Law.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $259,851
Earnings 5yr: $273,248
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $235,762
Earnings 5yr: $224,974
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $226,632
Earnings 5yr: $212,807
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $223,309
Earnings 5yr: $219,827
Debt: $14,698
Operations Research.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $203,340
Earnings 5yr: $205,185
Debt: N/A
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $196,882
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $163,586
Earnings 5yr: $138,955
Debt: N/A
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $156,103
Earnings 5yr: $133,541
Debt: N/A
Human Resources Management and Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $155,909
Earnings 5yr: $150,497
Debt: N/A
Operations Research.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $151,709
Earnings 5yr: $151,071
Debt: $15,000
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $147,241
Earnings 5yr: $131,283
Debt: $14,750
Agricultural Business and Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $145,218
Earnings 5yr: $130,690
Debt: $13,258
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $144,389
Earnings 5yr: $140,860
Debt: $15,500
Veterinary Medicine.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $143,425
Earnings 5yr: $127,375
Debt: N/A
Systems Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $142,846
Earnings 5yr: $143,008
Debt: N/A
Health and Medical Administrative Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $141,532
Earnings 5yr: $138,115
Debt: N/A
Economics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $137,935
Earnings 5yr: $129,667
Debt: $15,500
Mathematics.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $134,455
Earnings 5yr: $162,763
Debt: $14,146
Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $132,449
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Engineering, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $128,207
Earnings 5yr: $115,100
Debt: N/A
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$28,690
In-State Tuition$69,314
Out-of-State Tuition$69,314
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
18%
Pell Grants
18%
Take Loans
87%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$87,830
+18% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$104,043
Completion Signals
95%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
98%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$13,000
Est. Monthly Payment
$140/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
45%
Men55%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 45% men and 55% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
15%
Part-Time Share
1%
Avg Family Income
$96,569
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