Cornell University Cost & Financial Aid Information

$26,060
Average Net Price
49%
Receive Aid
19%
Pell Recipients
Moderate
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Cornell University is $26,060 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$26,060

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$4,375
$30,001-48,000$5,017
$48,001-75,000$8,006
$75,001-110,000$20,728
$110,000+$48,783

Financial Aid

Cornell University demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 49% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 19% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

49%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

19%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $66,014 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $66,014. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $68,414, which is 14% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $66,014

Out-of-State: $66,014

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$66,014
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$81,214

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$66,014
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$80,714

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$66,014
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$81,214

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$66,014
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$81,214

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$66,014
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$69,714

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$66,014
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$70,214

Cost Analysis

Analyze how Cornell's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Cornell University has increased costs by $1,798, representing a 7.4% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$24,262

Current Year

$26,060

Change

+$1,798

Affordability & Value

Cornell University is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Moderate

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid49%
Pell grant recipients19%
Student-faculty ratio9:1