Selectivity and acceptance rates can be a big clue to how difficult it is to be admitted to Cornell. Compare your test scores to prior applicants to get a good understanding of who you’re competing against for entrance.
Selectivity (Fall 2021): Are You the Right Type of Student For This College?
Open Admissions
No
Selectivity of College
More Selective
Acceptance Rate
9%
Acceptance and Enrollment Stats (Fall 2021)
Applicant Total
67,380
Accepted
5,852
Enrolled
3,718
Who’s Applying: Applicants by Gender
Applicants: Men - Women 50 to 50
Accepted: Men - Women 45 to 55
Enrolled: Men - Women 45 to 55
Average Test Scores
About 41% of students accepted to Cornell submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 700 and 760. Math scores were between 750 and 800.
SAT Reading and Writing Scores for Cornell University ( 700 to 760 )
SAT Math Scores for Cornell University ( 750 to 800 )
Cornell received ACT scores from 20% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 33 and 35.
ACT Composite Scores for Cornell University ( 33 to 35 )
Additional Question to Ask
A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?
by our College Data Analytics Team