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Best place to study

My Favorite Place to Study on Campus

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Felicia F.

Cornell's academic vibe is truly unique.

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Set yourself up for success

What Surprised Me as a Sophomore Transfer Student (and College Student in General)

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Enya G.

Picture this: it’s May of your senior year and you have finally paid your deposit and committed to college (hopefully Cornell!).

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Prepare your Regular Decision Application

What Regular Decision Applicants Need to Know

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Undergraduate Admissions

Cornell University’s Fall 2025 Regular Decision application deadline is approaching, so here’s a rundown of what you need to know if you’re planning to apply:

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Getting Involved in your Community

Life at Cornell’s Dorms: My Experience with On-Campus Housing

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Joanne P.

The moment finally arrived. My parents and I hopped out of our fully packed car, following the workers escorting us into a modernistic, chic-looking building.

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The Right Fit

Why I Chose Cornell

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Rachel E.

Choices, choices, choices… the college process is full of them.

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A view across Beebe Lake in early fall.
Enrich learning with a minor

What it’s like pursuing a minor in other colleges or schools

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Katie W.

Exploring your interests

Ezra Cornell’s famous principle statement of “any person…any study” can be realized in infinite ways during your time at Cornell, and among those is

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A Day in the Life

A Day in the Life of an ILR Student

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Evelyn W.

I woke up this morning bright and early for my 8:40 class.

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Attendees at the October 2024 AISES conference.
Finding Community and Inspiration

My Experience at the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) National Conference

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MJ R.

What is AISES?

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A Supportive Learning Environment

My Physical Education Class Experience

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Grace L.

Prior to graduation, every Cornell student is required to take two credits (two courses) worth of Physical Education classes.

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