College Counseling Partners

Making Connections

Cornell University values the work our counseling colleagues do to support prospective students through the application process. The uniqueness of Cornell is born of its unparalleled academic breadth and depth and its uncommon and historic commitment to an inclusive community.

Navigating Cornell

Eight undergraduate colleges & schools. Nearly 80 majors. More than 120 minors. We offer endless options for students to create a unique plan of study that aligns with their interests and aspirations. To choose their best-fit program, and in turn, prepare their strongest application, prospective students can explore Cornell academics through the following avenues:

Academic Areas of Interest

For students who aren't quite sure what specific major or program they'd like to pursue, we encourage them to explore Cornell's offerings broken down by larger academic areas of interest.

Explore by Academic Area of Interest

Cornell College or School

Students must apply directly to one of our eight colleges and schools, so it's important to understand not only which one offers their intended major but also best fits their future goals.

Research Our Colleges & Schools

Majors

Whether a student has chosen a major or not, it can be helpful to see the breadth of programs we offer at Cornell as well as which colleges and schools offer programs of interest.

Check our our Major Options

Minors

Minors can be a great way for students to customize their studies for a particular career goal or offer the opportunity to study an interest outside of their intended major.

See Available Minors

Application & Financial Aid Support

We know the college application process is a lot of work for both your students and you. Here are a few resources that will hopefully make the process easier for everyone.

First-Year Applicant Instructions
College/School-Specific Application Information
Standardized Testing Policy
How to Apply for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Calculators
Affordability Initiatives

Sign up for Slate.org

Cornell uses Slate.org to share applicant and decision information with school counselors. Once checklists are available, counselors may use Slate.org to view application checklists, upload application documents, and access admissions decisions that have been viewed by their students. To register for Slate.org or for any other questions, counselors can reach out directly to Slate.org (info@slate.org).

Ways for Students to Stay Connected

We encourage students to stay connected with Cornell as they're building their college list and working on their application.

Attend a Virtual Event

Learn more about various aspects of life as a Cornellian by attending one or more of our virtual events

See upcoming events

Take a Campus Tour

See campus either in person or online and get to know the campus Cornellians call home.

Tour Cornell

Hear from Cornellians

Meet our students and hear their Cornell stories.

Hear from Cornellians Ask a Cornell Student

Important Contacts

If you or your students have questions, we're here to help! For general questions about Cornell or application processing inquiries, please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office. For more specific questions, please contact your student's college or school of interest. Please note, Cornell does not have regional representatives, so any admissions staff member in Undergraduate Admissions or our college & school admissions teams can help answer your questions. Cornell does not conduct counselor advocacy calls as part of our admissions process. 

Undergraduate Admissions Office

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

College of Architecture, Art, and Planning

College of Arts and Sciences

Cornell SC Johnson College of Business

Cornell David A. Duffield College of Engineering

College of Human Ecology

Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy

School of Industrial and Labor Relations

Top Enrollment Resources

Still need help? Look at the Frequently Asked Questions, or contact us.