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The Best Class I've Taken
True to Cornell's mission of "Any Person, Any Study", Cornellians enjoy a wide variety of course offerings across disciplines.
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Applying to Cornell
What You Need to Know About Early Decision 2026
If you’re considering Cornell University, you may have some questions about applying Early Decision. We hope the answers to these common questions will help you prepare your application and meet deadlines.
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Applying to CHE
College of Human Ecology Applicant Tips
The Cornell Human Ecology (CHE) Admissions Team knows that preparing a first-year college application can be overwhelming. We hope these tips will help you approach your CHE application thoughtfully and in a way that reflects you as a person, a scholar, and a community citizen.
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Global Start
Starting my Cornell Journey in Santander, Spain
When I heard about GSC, I knew it was the perfect opportunity for me to explore and see more of the world while staying on track with my degree. I was especially reassured by the fact that GSC was created specifically for engineers. And the location couldn’t be better.
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The Physical Education Classes Cornellians are Taking
Among traditional academic requirements, Cornellians have another requirement to graduate: completion of two physical education (PE) courses. With over 250 course options for PE classes, students often reflect fondly on the joy of their classes and cite them as great bonding experiences.
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Supporting Veterans
Things Student Veterans Should Know About Cornell
Cornell has so much to offer student veterans that it’s difficult to know where to start and what to highlight.
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Learning at an Archeological Dig Site
How I Spent My Summer
This was my first archaeological excavation and my first time traveling anywhere in Europe, so it was truly a summer of adventure!
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Making Cornell Home
Finding My Place: My Transition to Cornell
When I packed my bags in Dallas, Texas—a place defined by its skyline, fast pace, and endless options. Moving from a major city to Cornell’s quiet campus in Ithaca felt like stepping into a new chapter of my life, one I had imagined but didn’t fully understand until I arrived.
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Finding Your Routine
My Day as an Arts and Sciences Student
In college, you have free rein to do whatever you want between classes. Every day can be different. My class schedule stays consistent, but other than that, nothing is set in stone.