Cornell College vs Cornell University - What's the difference?

Hey everyone, I'm a bit confused. Can anyone clarify the main differences between Cornell College and Cornell University for me? Is there a significant difference between them in terms of programs, reputation or cost? Thanks!

Sure, let's clear up the confusion!

Cornell College and Cornell University are actually two separate, distinct institutions based in different locations.

Cornell University is an Ivy League university located in Ithaca, New York. It is a highly prestigious and globally recognized institution offering a wide array of academic programs across various disciplines. It has seven undergraduate colleges, each with its own focus, ranging from the College of Arts and Sciences to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. Due to its Ivy League status, the tuition and fees at Cornell University can be on the higher end, but it also provides significant financial aid. A family earning less than $60,000 with assets of less than $100,000 has a parent contribution of $0.

On the other hand, Cornell College is a private liberal arts college located in Mount Vernon, Iowa. It is known for its distinctive "One Course at a Time" curriculum where students focus on one academic subject per 3.5-week term. Cornell College also offers a variety of majors and minors, from classics and philosophy to computer science and kinesiology. Its smaller size offers close-knit community vibes and individual attention, being that it has a much smaller student population compared to Cornell University. In terms of cost, Cornell College also has financial aid programs available to help offset the cost of attendance.

So, the choice between the two really depends on the type of environment you're looking for, the academic structure you prefer, as well as your financial situation. Both are reputable in their own right, but offer quite different college experiences!