Cornell's Transfer Agreements with Community Colleges?

Does anyone know about Cornell's transfer agreements with community colleges? I'm attending a community college and wondering if this could make my transfer process smoother. Any specific programs or colleges to consider?

Indeed, Cornell University has specific articulation agreements with certain community colleges. Through these agreements, community college students have streamlined pathways for their transfer application process, often with predefined prerequisites and coursework. However, it's crucial to note that each of Cornell’s colleges has its distinct policies and rigid requirements for transfer students.

For instance, Cornell’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) and the College of Human Ecology (CHE) have these agreements with some community colleges in New York State, helping students with a seamless transition. CALS has over 20 distinct majors, while CHE has a unique focus on health and social policy.

Simultaneously, the College of Engineering is known for its competitiveness, hence, rigorous preparation in STEM is usually required from transfers, but no specific agreements exist.

Ultimately, while these agreements ease the transfer process, your acceptance heavily depends on the compatibility of your previous coursework with Cornell's curriculum, a high GPA, demonstrated interest, and successful completion of prerequisites.

Before you plan your course schedule, I highly suggest reaching out to your community college's transfer advisor and a transfer counselor at Cornell to discuss the steps you need to take in order to fulfill the requirements. Engaging with Cornell's resources, such as the transfer-specific information sessions, can provide beneficial insights too.