Exploring Cornell Opportunities for Off-Campus Start
First-year applicants to Cornell for the fall 2026 semester have two new exciting choices on their application.
Dining at Cornell: Something for Every Appetite
With nearly thirty eateries on campus—from full dining halls and cozy cafés to food courts, markets, and coffee shops—finding something delicious at Cornell is never a problem.
Campus Resources: The Office of Academic Discovery and Impact
At a university as academically rigorous and socially dynamic as Cornell, having a support system can make all the difference.
Cornell: Where Vision Meets Place
There's no place on Earth quite like Cornell. Spread over 2,000 acres, this campus isn't just vast; it's captivating. It's where natural beauty, intellectual rigor, and architectural elegance intersect with everyday life in a way that feels nothing short of cinematic.
Choosing a College or School at Cornell
With several undergraduate colleges and schools to choose from, how do you decide which one is right for you?
Campus Resources: Financial Aid
The Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment works to ensure that students graduate with little to no student debt. Fifty percent of all undergraduate students receive financial aid in the form of grants, which do not need to be repaid.
Coming to Campus as a First-Year Student
I wasn't trying to make it a big deal, but I knew what it meant: my first college decision. It wasn't just any college decision; it was my early decision school, Cornell University.
Campus Resources: Career Services
Getting started on professional development can be hard, but with the support, guidance, and resources that Cornell Career Services provides, navigating this uncertainty becomes manageable.
A Message to First-Gen Cornellians from an Admissions Counselor
To the Barrier Breakers, Movers, and Shakers: When you’re the first in your family to attend college, you don’t just open a door; you build the path that others will follow.
Campus Resources: Student & Campus Life
The Office of Student & Campus Life (SCL) division leads the development of an inclusive, energetic environment that supports our diverse student body. SCL promotes student experiences through innovative programs that support academic and extracurricular growth. Some of the key initiatives currently shaping campus life include the following: