Admissions Overview
The admission process at Cornell College has a 79% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Cornell College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
79%
Less Selective
Application Volume
3,057
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
14%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Cornell College has a 79% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Cornell College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School GPA
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School Transcript
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Work Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Cornell College. About 10% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,170 to 1,380. Additionally, about 26% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 23 to 30.
SAT Scores
10% of students submitted400
1600
1170 – 1380
200
800
600 – 690
200
800
570 – 690
ACT Scores
26% of students submitted1
36
23 – 30
1
36
21 – 31
1
36
21 – 28
Admission Statistics
3,057 students applied to Cornell. Of those, 79% were accepted (2,425 students). Of these 2,425 accepted students, 329 chose to enroll.
3,057
Total Applicants
2,425
Students Admitted
329
Students Enrolled
79%
Acceptance Rate