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Undergraduate
Universities in the U.S. generally value breadth of studies at the undergraduate (first degree) level. Students focus on a specific area of study but must also take courses which expose them to the humanities, history and social science, math and pure sciences, languages and expressive arts. Cornell believes that a liberal arts education, in addition to preparation for a profession, will expose students to different ideas and ways of thinking will foster quantitative and analytical reasoning skills, the ability to communicate ideas and to relate to people with backgrounds different than their own. These qualities are not only important in many professions but help prepare students for leadership in their chosen fields. With seven undergraduate colleges, over 4000 courses and 90 fields of study, the possibilities for undergraduate students at Cornell seem almost limitless.
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Graduate
Admission to Cornell’s graduate or professional colleges and schools is managed through the Cornell Graduate School. Students interested in the Law School, Johnson Graduate School of Management, Weill Cornell Medical College (New York City or Qatar), the College of Veterinary Medicine, or the Graduate School can find application instructions and materials at the Graduate School’s admissions website.
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Undergraduate Admissions Office
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Prospective International Student
General information for all prospective students wishing to apply to Cornell University for undergraduate study.
Graduate School Admissions
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Prospective International Student
Clear, concise, and online, the Graduate School makes the admissions process simple.
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Engineering, College of
Admissions (For prospective international undergraduate students)
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College of Engineering
Audience:
Prospective International Student
Approximately one hundred students from more than 60 countries around the world join Cornell’s freshman class of engineers each year. Applying as an international student to the College of Engineering entails following a slightly different process than does applying as a domestic student, and the timeline for submitting the application is critical. The following information will help you as you begin the process of applying to Cornell Engineering.
Hotel Administration, School of
Admissions Information for International Students
Unit:
School of Hotel Administration
Information for international students interested in applying to the School of Hotel Administration.
Industrial and Labor Relations, School of
Applying to ILR - Tips for International Students
Unit:
School of Industrial and Labor Relations
Information and answers for international students considering applying to the School of Industrial and Labor Relations.
ILR Multicultural Affairs
Unit:
School of Industrial and Labor Relations
Audience:
Current Cornell Student,
Prospective International Student
Cornell has a long history of cultural diversity. We honor this legacy as we welcome all individuals to campus. ILR values diversity and is responsive to the unique social, academic, and cultural needs of minority students. One quarter of ILR students identify as Black/African American, Latino/a, Asian/Asian American, Native American or have a multi-racial background. ILR Multicultural Affairs Assistants — students who assist the Associate Director for Multicultural Affairs in the recruitment and retention of minority students and provide academic and personal support to their peers - can help facilitate your transition to Cornell. Minority students also participate in a variety of student organizations, and are especially active in the Minority Industrial and Labor Relations Student Organization (MILRSO).
International Programs Profiles
Unit:
School of Industrial and Labor Relations
Audience:
Prospective International Student
This website contains profiles of ILR students, faculty, Global Partners, Visiting Fellows, and Alumni and Friends.
Management, Johnson Graduate School of
Visa Information for International Students
Unit:
Johnson Graduate School of Management
Audience:
Current Cornell Student,
Prospective International Student
Information for potential Johnson School students about types of visas and how to obtain them, and other concerns of international applicants.
Veterinary Medicine, College of
Information for International Students
Unit:
College of Veterinary Medicine
Audience:
Prospective International Student
Information and requirements for international students interested in applying to the College of Veterinary Medicine.
Miscellaneous
Undergraduate International Students Overview
Audience:
Prospective International Student
General information for international students wishing to apply to Cornell University.
