Does Cornell have a required high school GPA or SAT/ACT score?
Cornell does not use any single formula for its admission decisions, and there is no GPA or SAT/ACT cutoff for admission. Please note that Cornell University has suspended the SAT/ACT requirement for Fall 2025 applicants. For more information, see our Standardized Testing Policy and the How to Apply page.
Are first quarter grades required for early decision applicants to Cornell University?
As an early decision applicant, first quarter grades and the Midyear Report are not required and will not appear on your application checklist. For more information about Cornell's application requirements, please see the How to Apply page.
