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Enrollment Deposit

How much is Cornell's enrollment deposit?

Cornell College requires a deposit of $300 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

61.00%

Cornell College is in the top 61.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

79.20%

Cornell College is in the top 79.20% of colleges in the state of Iowa for deposit cost. 10.34% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

53.80%

Cornell College is in the top 53.80% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Cornell College educates a diverse community of 1,073 students, with 1,058 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 15 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

1,073


Total Undergraduates

1,058

Total Graduates

15


Full-Time vs Part-Time

99% Full-Time

1% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Cornell College has a 79% acceptance rate. Cornell College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1260 and the average ACT score is 26.


Acceptance Rate

79%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

10%

Total Score

400

1600

11701380

Reading and Writing

200

800

600690

Math

200

800

570690

ACT

Students submitting ACT

26%

Composite Score

0

36

2330

English

0

36

2131

Math

0

36

2128

Location

Located in Mount Vernon, IA, Cornell College offers students a town experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban areas while maintaining a community atmosphere.


City

Mount Vernon


County

Linn County


State

Iowa


Country

United States


Urbanization

Town: Fringe

About

Cornell College features a student-focused approach with a 13 : 1 student-faculty ratio, United Methodist values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

13 : 1


Religious Affiliation

United Methodist


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Cornell College makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $25,686 with 99% of students receiving financial assistance including 32% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$25,686


Received Aid

99%


Pell Recipients

32%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $50,634

Out-of-State: $50,634

Demographics

The Cornell College student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 30% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
552 (52%)
Women
506 (48%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
3 (0%)
18-19
512 (48%)
20-21
425 (40%)
22-24
111 (11%)
Over 25
6 (1%)

Outcomes

Cornell College prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 67% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

67%

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