As a transfer student, does it matter which Engineering major I apply to?
Transfer students are admitted directly into a particular major, with prerequisites varying somewhat by major. Final decisions are made by the relevant department faculty. Transfer students are highly encouraged to state their academic interests clearly, showing how they pertain to the major they have selected. Pl…
What are the course requirements to apply as a transfer student to the College of Engineering?
Course requirements will vary by each engineering major and depend on the appropriate class standing level consistent with the amount of coursework completed at the time the student begins at Cornell. To gain a clear sense of the major-specific course requirements, please review the documents on the Transfer Require…
Is there a separate application process for adult students and veterans?
Adult students and veterans don’t apply for undergraduate admission through a separate pathway at Cornell. Depending on their academic history, they follow the traditional pathway for first-year applicants (never matriculated at a college and earned fewer than 12 credits after high school) or apply as transfer app…
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Does the credit I received by examination at my previous college or university transfer?
Credit awarded by another institution solely on the basis of departmental examination (instead of course participation) will not be awarded as transfer credit at Cornell. Equivalent courses from any accredited college or university will likely transfer to Cornell provided the student has received a final grade of 'C'…
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As a transfer student, will I automatically receive AP, IB, or A-Level examinations credit if it was accepted at my previous institution?
Cornell's Courses of Study website provides information about how much Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credit is awarded for various subjects. The rules may differ from those at an applicant's former college. You may also find the How to Apply page to be a helpful resource.
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I just started attending a university in my home country, but I want to apply to Cornell as a first-year student. Is this possible?
You must apply to Cornell as a transfer student if you’ve graduated from high school and have earned 12 or more credits at another college or university since then. If you are enrolled as a full-time student at another institution, you are also considered a transfer applicant. Please be sure to review the How to Ap…
Does Cornell offer a fee waiver for veterans?
Cornell is happy to provide application fee waivers for veterans and current members of the military. Please email [email protected] to request an application fee waiver. Note: do not pay the application fee if requesting a waiver, as the fee is non-refundable.
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What courses are required to apply for transfer admission into CALS?
To prepare for studying within CALS, each academic major has key foundation courses that competitive transfer candidates need to complete or have in progress at the time of their application. View the required coursework and other transfer resources on the Transfer Applicant webpage. As with first-year applicants, …
I’m not currently enrolled in a college or university. Do I still submit the Mid-Term Report?
The Mid-Term Report is required. Applicants not currently enrolled at a college or university should submit the required Mid-Term Report with a note explaining that they are not currently enrolled. The Mid-Term Report should be emailed to [email protected] . For more information, see the How to Apply: Transfer …
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Are standardized tests required for transfer applicants?
SAT/ACT scores are neither required nor expected for transfer candidates. To learn more, visit the How to Apply: Transfer Applicants webpage.
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