Hey y'all, I'm really interested in Cornell but worried about the costs. Can anyone share up-to-date info on their tuition fees? And what about financial aid? Any insights would be great. Thanks!
Sure, I'd be happy to help out. As of the 2024-2025 academic year, Cornell University’s estimated cost of attendance (including tuition, room, board, and other miscellaneous costs like books and travel) is approximately $92,150. Specifically, the cost of tuition is about $68,380. Keep in mind, these are estimates and the exact costs can fluctuate.
Now, when it comes to financial aid, Cornell is committed to making education affordable for all students, regardless of their economic circumstance. They meet 100% of the demonstrated financial need of every admitted student. Their policy is need-blind for U.S. citizens and eligible non-citizens, which means that they don't consider your ability to pay when making admissions decisions. Also, they don't give merit scholarships, all of their aid is need-based.
The amount that your family is expected to contribute (known as the Student Aid Index, or SAI) is determined by answering questions on the FAFSA and CSS Profile. Based on that information, Cornell awards a financial aid package that may include grants (which don't need to be repaid), work-study, and low-interest loans.
Hope this helps, and don't hesitate to reach out if you have other questions or concerns!
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