Cornell University
Ithaca, NY · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1500 and 1570 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 34
Popular programs at Cornell University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Science. | 504 | |
| 2 | Biology, General. | 290 | |
| 3 | Human Resources Management and Services. | 282 | |
| 4 | Hospitality Administration/Management. | 226 | |
| 5 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 220 | |
| 6 | Agricultural Business and Management. | 190 | |
| 7 | Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Other. | 190 | |
| 8 | Economics. | 182 | |
| 9 | Mechanical Engineering. | 132 | |
| 10 | Political Science and Government. | 132 | |
| 11 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 101 | |
| 12 | Mathematics. | 93 | |
| 13 | Communication and Media Studies. | 88 | |
| 14 | Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | 87 | |
| 15 | Operations Research. | 80 | |
| 16 | Psychology, General. | 80 | |
| 17 | Architectural Sciences and Technology. | 76 | |
| 18 | Animal Sciences. | 75 | |
| 19 | Public Policy Analysis. | 67 | |
| 20 | Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | 66 |
Showing top 20 of 63 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Cornell University?
Cornell University has an acceptance rate of 9% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Cornell University?
Admitted students at Cornell University typically score between 1500 and 1570 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Cornell University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Cornell University is approximately $28,690 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Cornell University?
4-year graduation rate data for Cornell University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
