Cornell - Which Colleges Are Easiest to Get Into?

I've been looking into Cornell, and I have to say, it's pretty daunting. There are so many programs and colleges within the university. Does anyone have any idea which colleges in Cornell are generally considered easiest to get into?

While it's important to remember that all colleges within Cornell University are highly selective, there are some variations in acceptance rates depending on the specific academic focus, the number of applicants, and class sizes each college has.

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) and the School of Industrial and Labor Relations (ILR) have historically had higher acceptance rates than some of the other colleges, such as the College of Engineering or the School of Hotel Administration.

However, Cornell looks at applications within the context of the specific college applied to. This means that while CALS has a higher acceptance rate than other colleges at Cornell, they are also looking for students with a strong interest and background in agriculture, life sciences, or related fields. The same goes for ILR - the school primarily admits students interested in labor relations, human resources, law, policy, and more.

So, really, the “easiest” college to get into would be the one that aligns most closely with your interests, strengths, and academic background. Pursuing an education in a field that doesn't truly interest you simply because of admission rates could lead to a less fulfilling college experience.

In short, the “easiest” Cornell college to gain admission to varies for every individual based on your specific skills, interests, and qualifications. Overall, Cornell uses a holistic review process; make sure your application reflects your best fit for the school you are applying to, even more than percentages and stats.