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International students can submit an online application through 'Common App' for Cornell University admission to study UG programs. Mentioned below are the admission deadlines for UG and PG applications at the university:

  • Cornell University will announce the admission decision and financial offers for UG courses by the March End 2026
  • Cornell University application deadline for MBA Round 3 is closed.

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Cornell University Courses & Fees 2027

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(55 courses)
INR 20 L - 67 LGet Fee Details
Duration10 months-5 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 100 & Above, PTE, Duolingo, IELTS: 7 - 7.5, GRE, GMAT
MBA/PGDM(14 courses)
INR 20 L - 1 CrGet Fee Details
Duration10 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 - 7.5, TOEFL: 100 & Above, PTE, Duolingo: 100 - 120, GMAT, GRE
B.A.(31 courses)
INR 62 L - 70 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 100 & Above, PTE: 70 & Above, Duolingo: 120 - 130, IELTS: 7.5 & Above
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Q:   Does Cornell accept Indian students?
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Cornell University accepts international students from all over the world. As per the statistics, over 65,000 student applied for the programs, of which more than 3,500 students get admission. The total international students were 396. Students can check the table below for clarity:

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Headcount 2025

Total applications received

65,612

Total international application

588

Total enrolled

3,525

Total international enrolled

396

Q:   What programs is Cornell best known for?
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Cornell University has many programs for international students. Some popular programs are Business; Health Administration; Finance; Economics and Management; and more. Students should fulfill the basic qualification and submit all the documents.

Q:   Does Cornell accept Indian students?
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Yes, Cornell actively recruits and welcomes Indian talent, with many already enrolled there. In fact, Indian students are one of the largest groups at Cornell. 

As per the selectivity, the Cornell admissions are brutal with its acceptance rate going as low as 8.9%. It is even less for international students. 

Also, Indian students are eligible to apply for the Tata Scholarship, which funds 20 UG students every year. It covers the Cornell tuition for the full duration of 4 years Bachelors degree

Q:   How many Indian students are enrolled at Cornell?
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The total no. of international students enrolled at Cornell Uni is 6,729. In Fall 2025, students from 120+ countries were enrolled. In Fall 2025, these many Indian students were enrolled-

Course LevelNo. of Indian Students
Graduate527
Professional77
Undergraduate135

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Cornell University Fee Breakdown 2027

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Q:   What is the fees of Cornell University in Indian rupees?
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Cornell University offers various programs to international students. Some of the popular programs are Business, Hospitality; Real Estate; Health Administration, and more. The tuition fees is between 57L-60L for UG, and INR 18L-INR 1 Cr for PG. Students can check the table below for the tuition of the popular programs:

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Tuition

MBA/PGDM

INR 18.44 L - 1.15 Cr

M.A.

INR 18.44 L - 63.19 L

MEng

INR 26.16 L - 63.19 L

M.A.

INR 18.44 L - 34.01 L

M.Agri.

INR 18.44 L - 39.7 L

Q:   Does Cornell University offer financial aid to qualified students?
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Yes, Cornell University provides need-based financial aid to admitted international students who have applied for financial aid and have demonstrated financial need. This means that applications from international students shall be evaluated for admission with the consideration of the ability of students or parents to pay the study costs.

Selection Process for International Financial Aid: Students who are admitted and applied for financial aid and have showcased the financial need to study at Cornell University will receive a financial aid package. This aid will meet 100% of the students’ demonstrated financial aid.

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Q:   Is Cornell University tier 1 University?
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Yes, Cornell University is Tier 1 University as it is a member of the eight prestigious Ivy Leage Institutions in the United States. The University has been ranked well consistently. It has been ranked at #15 globally and at #10 in the USA. It also has an elite Research Status.

Q:   What is the fee of PhD courses at Cornell University?
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For applying to the PhD admissions at Cornell, Indian students would be required to pay the Cornell University PhD fee. This fee is INR 19.27 L but it is generally NA for most stgudents. 

For the year 2026, the PhD tuition is around USD 20.8K and Indian students need to pay the other fees which is USD 200 (INR 18.8K) per semester.

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 43% students never faced discrimination in this university
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Internships4.1
Part time work4.6
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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MEng in Operations Research and Information Engineering - Batch of 0
5.0
Cornell has a great engineering program and all the top companies come to recruit students.
Tips: I lived abroad before moving to this college so I had a bit of an easier transition. Cornell is a great university with good career options in post-graduation. I was quite satisfied with the degree. There is a big Indian population at Cornell. The professors are dedicated to helping the students achieve their career goals.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): The campus is beautiful and there are lots of activities to do in Ithaca. I enjoyed hiking around Ithaca, slope day and going to the restaurants in the area. There is an Indian Students Club as well. There are lots of planes to go for exercise as well and different sports such as squash, tennis, soccer etc. I would highly recommend Cornell.
Dislikes (Quality of faculty): The faculty is very accessible and the classes have more projects than other universities. This leads to a more hands-on experience. Cornell is very diverse with teachers from countries all over the world. It is a world-class Ivy League institution.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2021
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 85984
Reviewed on 12 May 2023Read more
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Students can apply to Cornell MBA course by submitting an online application form. Here are the application requirements for admission to Cornell MBA-

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Cornell University is a great choice for Indian students for the following reasons-

·       The University is one of the Ivy League Institutions

·       It is renowned for its STEM Courses

·       The Cornell University is rated 4.3/5 as per Indian student's review at Shiksha Study Abroad Platform.

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Cornell University is a member of the 8 Ivy League Institutions of USA. It has consistently been among top 10 Universities in the USA. The acceptance rate of the University is very low, only at 8.4% for the International students. It is very tough to get into Cornell University, students need to do

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Khushi Arora

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The students require a F-1 Visa for studying at Cornell University in USA. It is a non-immigrant student Visa. The visa requirements for international students are as follows-

·       CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies)

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Cornell University offers 31 different varieties for B.A Courses for the students to opt from, all in different and interesting fields. There is only one main intake for per year for B.A Courses that is the Fall Intake (Aug). Cornell does not offer Spring Intakes for freshmen students.

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