Cornell requires students to submit their applications using the Common Application. Visit the How to Apply website for more information.

First-year Students

Please review the How to Apply page for First-Year Applicants and our application tips for information on how to best prepare for the application process.

All applicants to the Design & Environmental Analysis, Fashion Design & Management, and Fiber Science majors are required to submit a design supplement with their application. These materials are critically evaluated by the academic department faculty and heavily weighed as part of the admissions process.

Transfer Students

Please review the How to Apply page for Transfer Applicants for more information about our requirements, including those that are specific to a college, school, or intended major. Transfer applicants should also see our Transfer website, Required Preparatory Coursework, and Transfer Application Tips for information on how to best prepare for the application process.

All applicants to the Design & Environmental Analysis, Fashion Design & Management, and Fiber Science majors are required to submit a design supplement with their application. These materials are critically evaluated by the academic department faculty and heavily weighed as part of the admissions process.