Where can I find more information about financial aid for admitted students?
The best place to find answers about Financial Aid for admitted Students is the Financial Aid Website .
Can admitted students meet with professors individually?
At this time, we are not able to offer an opportunity to meet with professors individually. We encourage new students to connect with their college community through CUontheHill.
What services are available for students with disabilities?
Cornell is committed to equality of educational opportunity for all students. Cornell's Student Disability Services (SDS) office facilitates services and accommodations so that Cornell students with disabilities enjoy the same exceptional opportunities as their peers, with the greatest degree of independence possib…
As an admitted student, how do I indicate where I want to live?
As an enrolling student, you will not rank residence halls by preference, but you will specify whether you want to live in a program house or residence hall and indicate room type preferences. Housing staff will assign the residence hall taking into consideration the preferences you indicate.
As an admitted student, how do I sign up for housing?
After you submit your enrollment deposit and receive your Cornell NetID, you can sign up for housing through the Housing Portal. The deadline is Wednesday, May 15, 2024. More information will be coming from our Housing Office, so please be sure to check your email. Housing is guaranteed for first-year students.
What kind of support is available to Cornell students?
Most students, regardless of where they go to school, will experience some adjustment challenges. It is normal to feel somewhat homesick as you get settled in a new place and build your community. It is also natural for students to go through an adjustment period as they work through new academic rigors. Cornell enco…
Is there an orientation for new students?
All new undergraduate students at Cornell participate in an orientation program before classes begin. Students will have the opportunity to explore the university, learn about academics and the intellectual community, and meet lots of their fellow Cornellians! Please visit the New Student Orientation page for more …
As an admitted student, when will I receive my NetID?
NetIDs are issued by IT@Cornell. It may take 24-48 hours after submission of your enrollment deposit for the ID to be sent to you. You will also receive information and instructions on how to activate your NetID.
What is CUontheHill?
CUontheHill is Cornell’s private admitted student community. Admitted students to the incoming class will receive an invitation to join the network after being offered admission to Cornell. On CUontheHill, students can connect with current Cornellians and staff.
As an admitted student, will I need to take placement tests?
Once students are admitted to Cornell, they will be contacted by the advising department of their undergraduate college or school and informed of any placement tests that may be a part of new student orientation. Placement examinations are administered to determine a new student’s appropriate level of study within a …
