Located in Ithaca, New York, Cornell University is renowned worldwide for academic excellence. However, rising costs can make attaining a Cornell degree difficult for international students.
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To improve access and affordability, Cornell offers a robust scholarship program aimed at supporting exceptional students globally.
Courses Offered
Cornell offers over 75+ majors across these colleges:
- College of Agriculture
- College of Architecture, Art, and Planning
- College of Arts and Sciences
- College of Engineering
- College of Human Ecology
- School of Hotel Administration
- School of Industrial and Labor Relations
- Law School
- Graduate School
Popular undergraduate majors include:
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Business
- Accounting
- Information Technology
- Education Fields
- Hospitality
- Criminology
Benefits
Cornell’s international student scholarships provide:
- Financial aid
- Access to resources/facilities
- Global professional network
- Cross-cultural exposure
- Research and internships
- Prestige and career advancement
Types of Scholarships
| Scholarship Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Merit Scholarships | Reward academic and extracurricular excellence |
| Need-Based Aid | Assistance for students with financial limitations |
| Specialized Scholarships | For specific majors, fields, demographics |
| International Students | Combination of grants + loans |
| Graduate Assistantships | Work opportunities providing tuition coverage and stipends |
| External Scholarships | Through corporate partners and foundations |
| Athletic Scholarships | For student athletes in various sports |
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, students generally require:
- GPA above 3.7 (or equivalent standard)
- Competitive test scores from SAT, ACT, etc.
- Involvement in extracurricular activities
- Acceptance into a Cornell degree program
How to Apply
Follow these steps:
- Create an account via Common App
- Fill out Cornell’s financial aid application
- Gather transcripts, test scores, recommendations
- Submit complete application by Nov 1st deadline
Visit Cornell’s website for more details on these opportunities.