Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
at
Cornell University
Overview

Cornell University offers courses at UG level. The course lasts for a duration of 4 years. It is among the top-ranked courses in the country. To be eligible for the course, the students must fulfil the eligibility criteria, which includes valid score in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The Cornell University tuition fee for Bachelor of Science in Computer Science for the first year is USD 73,946 (INR 7,098,077). Also, the students have to make budget for the other costs which includes:

Rent
Hostel fees
Food
Books
Supplies
Utilities, etc.

The average Cornell University cost of living is USD 17,930 (INR 1,721,101).

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Tuition & Fees	₹71.61 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

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Entry Requirements
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
at
Cornell University
Fees

Students can pursue Cornell University Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at an affordable cost. The university tuition fees for the program is USD 73,946 (INR 7,098,077). Apart from tuition fees, students also manage additional costs such as Hostel & Meals, Transportation, Books and Supplies, Personal Expenses, etc. The total expense may vary at the university, depending on the additional charges levied by the Cornell University.

International students have to make a budget to manage the cost of living, which is USD 17,930 (INR 1,721,101).

Students can check the table below for Cornell University Bachelor of Science in Computer Science fee breakup:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 71,61,171

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 17,36,399
Insurance	INR 3,36,627

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 96.84325 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 20ᵗʰ July 2026

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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
at
Cornell University
Curriculum

Students can access and download Cornell University Bachelor of Science in Computer Science course by clicking the green button below. The curriculum PDF contains the subjects taught, electives available, and additional course materials. The division of the course structure into semesters is also covered.

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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
at
Cornell University
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned
Applicant must have passed class 12th exam with good grades

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4 units of English

3 units of Mathematics including pre calculus

3 units of Science

3 units of one foreign language (For heritage speakers or students who have initiated a foreign language sequence before high school: completion of at least the third level (e.g. Spanish 3)

Also recommended: an additional unit of advanced mathematics and science

Prerequisites: Object-Oriented Programming & Data Structures, Discrete Structures & Calculus
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CGPA - 2.5/5

TOEFL

Marks - 100/120
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Marks - 70/90
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IELTS

Marks - 7.5/9
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Marks - 130/160
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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
at
Cornell University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Teacher Evaluations - Applicants are required to submit two teacher recommendations
Counselor Recommendation - It should be completed by applicant's high school counselor or school official

Step two

Additional documents required

Official secondary/high school transcript
The School Report
- Final exam results (for example IGCSE/GCSE, CBSE X/AISSCE X).
- Predicted exam results (such as IB, A-Levels) if available
Proof of English Language Proficiency
Cornell University Questions and Writing Supplement (CA)
Interviews or portfolio and design submissions (if applicable to program)
The Midyear Report, when applicants' mid-year grades are available

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.commonapp.org/

Step four

Application fees for this course

USD 80 = INR 7.69 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card

The Cornell Installment Plan (CIP), also known as the Full-Service Payment Plan, is administered by Cashnet
Students can pay their fees for fall and spring semesters in 5-month payment plans
The enrollment fee is $125 per semester

Step five

Application deadline

Fall (Aug): 2nd Jan

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
at
Cornell University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#10	UG Mechanical Engineering US News & World Report, 2026

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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
at
Cornell University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2025)
Internship Available	Yes

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Cornell University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

43% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Stressful

Liberal

Internships4.1

Part time work4.6

Post study jobs4.4

Quality of faculty4.7

Student Life4.3

Value for money4

Public transportation4.4

Safety4.9

Indian Food3.9

Permanent Immigration3.6

Anonymous

M.Eng. Aerospace Engineering - Batch of 2030

4.4

Cornell is the best place to be.

Tips: Transition is smooth if you've experienced university life abroad. If not, the cultural shift can be drastic. That being said, MAE is probably the most accepting and accommodating department, and Cornell is one of the most open universities, with "Any person, any study" as their focus. Ph.D. students in STEM are always funded.

Likes (Student Life): As a Ph.D. student, I find time to pursue various sports in my free time and do meditation along with my research work and courses. Events are organized, but graduate students generally skip these in favor of research work. We have different clubs—I am aware of the MAE Sigma club, which organizes events for graduation students in the ME and AE/TAM fields.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Permanent setting in this country is easy as long as you have the "desired" skills. The last couple of years the overall atmosphere has been uncertain but as long as a student is willing to work hard to make themselves skilled, they won't face major problems. I plan to not stay in this country after my Ph.D. However, I am flexible.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2000

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 30 May 2026Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Batch of 2027

4.5

Big campus with diverse population.

Tips: Cornell has a really big campus and an even bigger student population. There are more than 15,000 undergraduates, so you can always find your community and close friends. I did not face a big cultural shock as I was able to connect with people really well and got along with them. Before applying to Cornell, definitely research about the major you are going to apply at Cornell. Look at the clubs you are interested in and the professors with whom you would love to research with. For people applying from India, there is TATA scholarship and you are nominated for it after you submit the CSS form. I am really satisfied with my experience so far at Cornell and with my major courses that I have taken. Exploring more of this place gives me new ventures each time. Interacting with professors has helped me strategies my preparation strategy for exams and in general for the class.

Likes (Part time work): It is easy to find an on-campus job at Cornell as they have their own hiring website which makes the process hassle-free. There are a lot of jobs available on campus such as in libraries, cafes, dining halls, TA positions, RA positions, etc. I am not sure about the off-campus jobs as it utilizes CPT. The part-time work is manageable along with the school work as you are only working around 6-10 hours/week. The average payout for the job is 15-18/hr depending on where you are working.

Dislikes (Student Life): An average day of mine includes going to classes, helping students in classes as a teaching student and then studying at a library, preferably Olin or Uris Library. There were a lot of events during the orientation week, and I found most of my friends during that period. I also attended a few Indian events like Garba night, Diwali night where I can find my own community and have fun with my friends. There are numerous opportunities on campus to get involved with student clubs. Like, I am currently in the Blockchain club which deals with blockchain, ethereum, crypto-related things where we find new information and learn with peers.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1600

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2024Read more

Mahira Pathan Verified Icon

M.Eng. in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

3.4

De-stereotyping Cornell and Navigating the Job Hunt

Tips: The job application process in the US is quite cumbersome. The culture is vastly different compared to Asian countries. There are several research opportunities and professors are open to taking in students even after their first semester. Prepare to work on an assignment for at least 2 full weeks because there might be errors that are commonly occurring for the whole class.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty are very passionate about their field of teaching. They are mostly affiliated to some or the other company which enables them to have various research opportunities for students. Most professors are willing to spend time outside of class to clarify doubts.

Dislikes (Student Life): The students get really busy and there is not enough time to spend on other activities. Finding your community and groups that align with your interests is important in order to continue pursuing your interests. There are a lot of cultural events and hackathons that take place which connect you with industry professionals.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3500

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 70000

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024Read more

Anonymous

MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering - Batch of 2025

4.3

The professors are helpful and guide you through.

Tips: To transfer from undergraduate to graduate school is a significant shift as in graduate school you need to do everything on your own but the professors here guide you throughout the process. It is very rare to get a scholarship for master's unless you do a Ph.D. degree.

Likes (Public transportation): The campus is well connected as we have the city buses called TCAT that run through the campus and connect different parts of the city to different parts of campus. The public transport is free for the first year using the Cornell card and after that, we need to pay an annual fee of 200 dollars.

Dislikes (Indian Food): There are very few Indian restaurants around (just three). We have more fast food joints with few vegetarian options. We prefer cooking at home. There are some Indian grocery stores nearby so it is easier to get groceries and make the food at home if you are a vegetarian.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 250

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2024Read more

Arhan Choudhury Verified Icon

M.Eng. in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

4.7

Amazing university for anyone who wants to do computer science or engineering in general.

Tips: The curriculum is very rigorous and the assignments are time consuming. The roads on campus are very steep as it is situated on top of a hill. There is surely a cultural shift as there are not a lot of Indian students here. Overall I am satisfied with the university and my course.

Likes (Student Life): I have classes and then spend the rest of my day doing problem sets. The campus is really beautiful. There are several events on campus like cultural, music, career, sports etc. Several companies visit the campus on a regular basis. There are various sports that are played on campus like football, lacrosse etc.

Dislikes (Indian Food): There are 2 Indian restaurants in Collegetown. Additionally there is an Indian store in Collegetown as well. I prefer a mix of both cooking and eating out. For cooking at home you can order from Walmart+, and you can get groceries and various other hour items delivered to your doorstep.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1400

Prepping time for classes45 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 112050

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2023Read more

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Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
at
Cornell University
Highlights

Computer science majors take courses covering algorithms, data structures, logic, programming languages, systems, and theory
Electives include artificial intelligence, computer graphics, computer vision, cryptography, databases, networks, and scientific computing