Frequently Asked Questions
Most asked questions related to the university
What is the Big Red Barn at Cornell University?
Big Red Barn is an old carriage house turned student centre. It is a central place for eating and relaxing that hosts more than 400 events per year, including T.G.I.F. (Tell Grads It's Friday), Trivia Night, and Annual Year-End BBQ.
Is it mandatory to pay an application fee at Cornell University?
For undergraduate programs, Cornell's application fee is $80, and that for graduate programs is $105. The college may waive the fee in cases of financial hardship or for qualified participants of specific programs.
What is the Tata Scholarship Fund at Cornell University?
The Tata Scholarship Fund supports approximately 20 scholars at any given time. The scholarship is awarded yearly. Recipients receive the scholarship for the period of their undergraduate studies at the university.
Can I expect a fee waiver at Cornell?
I belong to a low-income group family. Can I study at Cornell University?
Cornell University has an associate dean explicitly focused on ensuring that low-income students have what they need to thrive on campus by providing academic and social support resources. Financial aid is also available on a case-to-case basis.