MPS in Data Science and Applied Statistics 

at Cornell University, Ithaca

Given below are Cornell University MS in CS requirements:

• Applicants are required to have a bachelor’s degree in CS. However, those who have majored in another field and minored in CS will be fully considered too
• The applicants must have a proven record of excellence as an undergraduate grader / TA in a Computer Science course
• Experience as an undergraduate researcher is highly recommended
• IELTS with a 7.0 or higher score / TOEFL with 24 score or higher in Writing, Listening, and Reading sections and 28 or higher in Speaking component  

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:

Cornell University's student organizations, clubs, groups and activities are very diverse. Also, the university boasts 30+ varsity sports teams for both men and women. The Campus Activities Office at the university is there to support students with all the things related to out-of-your classroom and student organisation experience. The following things are offered at Cornell's Campus Activities Office:  

• Connect students with 1000+ student organizations. There is a specific student-led organization for Indian students namely Indian Student Association (ISA)
• Offer a Leadership Workshop Series each semester for student organizations to attend and gain skills to best support their organisation and its members
• Housing is also available for Indian stuents. The common choices among Indian students are Collegtown, Maplewood, and Hasbrouck Apartments
• Supports many student-run campus traditions like ClubFest, Movies on the Arts Quad, Slope Day, and more

The main campus of Cornell University is situated in Ithaca. The size of the main campus of this university is 2,300 acres. This campus is located at the south end of Cayuga Lake. While studying at this campus, students can check out the farmers markets or Cayuga Lake, Wineries, Waterfalls and Gorges. In addition to the main campus in Ithaca, Cornell administers three satellite campuses, including two in New York City (The Medical School) and Cornell Tech, and a branch of the medical school in Doha, Qatar. Also, the university maintain a number of facilities dedicated to conservation and ecology, known as Cornell AgriTech. Cornell in Rome offers a transformation experience in the disciplines of Architecture Design; Visual Arts; History and Culture, etc.

Yes, Cornell University was established in 1865 by Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickinson White. It is a federal land-grant institution. The total number of students at the university is 26,793, as of Fall 2024. Out of this, 16,000+ are UG students and 10,000+ are PG students. Since its founding, Cornell has been a co-ed and non-sectarian institutions. There are 8 UG colleges and 7 Graduate colleges on the Ithaca campus.

Indian students aiming to get admission to Cornell University must meet the admission requirements for undergraduate or graduate courses. Given below are Cornell University admission requirements for international students:

Undergraduate Courses

• The applicants are required to have official high school transcripts. The university needs official high school / secondary school transcripts for grades 9-11 and 12th grades in-progress (English translation)
• Mid-year report / transcript (only required if the applicants are yet to complete Class 12)
• Supplemental materials (As required by course)
• SAT / ACT test scores (Test-optional for 2024 applicants)
• School report
• Counselor letter of recommendation
• Two teacher recommendations

Graduate Courses

• Indian applicants aiming to get admission to Cornell University graduate courses, should have a bachelor’s degree and / or master’s degree / any professional exam and / or membership (as required)

Doctoral and Research Master’s Degrees

• The applicants are required to have at least 4-year undergraduate degree, or a 3-year degree + post-graduate Diploma

Professional Master’s Degree Programs

• The applicants are required to have a 3-year’s bachelor’s degree if your school is accredited by NAAC and has a grade of A, and if their class rank is Division I and II 

Also Read: Requirements to Study in USA for International Students 

Cornell’s ranking has improved in the 2025 edition of National Universities ranking by a top-ranking publisher. In 2025, the university ranks at #11 position whereas, in 2024, it ranks at #12 position. So, it can be said that the university ranks at slightly above than Top 10 Universities in the U.S. In the world rankings too, the university ranks among the Top 20 Universities in the world in the latest rankings.

For international students, Cornell University fees for an year is USD 65,204 (Around INR 55 L) for the 2023-24 academic year. Now, since this is the fee for one year, one can expect the tuition fee to be around this amount only. The living expense that a UG student has to bear are USD 25,038 (9 months). The expenses amount in INR is around INR 21 L.

Yes, Cornell is an NCAA Division I institution. The university offers 37 varsity sports teams for men and women. The athletic teams of this university are known as the Cornell Big Red. Furthermore, this university is home to one of the largest intramural sports programs in the country and the most comprehensive collegiate outdoor education programme in the U.S. Apart from the athletics, there are intramural sports available too for students. Students can find more than 30 leagues and tournaments each academic year.

To get into Cornell University MS in CS, the applicants should apply online through the Graduate School. The entry requirements are given below: 

• A Bachelor's degree in CS is required
• Academic transcripts
• Three letters of recommendation
• An essay 
• IELTS score of 7.0 / TOEFL 
• GRE scores