Winter Break Guidance for Regular Decision Applicants
Cornell University’s Fall 2026 Regular Decision application deadline is approaching, so here’s a rundown of what you need to know if you’re planning to apply:
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.
Debunking Common College Misconceptions- Part Two
This is Part Two of a two part series, be sure you've read Part One!
Debunking Common College Misconceptions- Part One
Before I started at Cornell, I had a whole mental list of what college was supposed to be like. Some of it came from social media, movies, personal stories, and a lot from the pressure of attending a big-name Ivy League school. Turns out, a lot of it wasn’t true. Here are a few college myths that some of my peers and even I believed, and what my experience has been like.