Hey guys, looking at Cornell; its reputation is impeccable but I heard it's expensive for out-of-state students like me. Can anyone drop some knowledge about their current out-of-state tuition?
Certainly, I'd be glad to help clarify this for you. Although Cornell is a private Ivy League university, New York State residents might be able to pay lower tuition in some undergraduate colleges that are contract colleges and therefore receive direct funding from the state.
The tuition at Cornell for the 2024-2025 academic year is $68,380 in an endowed college and in a NY state contract college for non-residents, but for state residents tuition is $43,888 in a NY state contract college. Keep in mind that this is the cost of tuition alone, and doesn't include other expenses such as room and board, books, personal expenses, or travel, which can add significant amounts to your college budget.
However, don't let the sticker shock deter you. Cornell offers need-based financial aid to both domestic and international students. Therefore, depending on your family's financial situation, the actual cost paid may be lower. Always worth checking out the net price calculator on the school's financial aid website to get a better sense of potential aid!
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