As a transfer student, does it matter which Engineering major I apply to?
Transfer students in the Cornell Duffield College of Engineering are admitted directly into a particular major, with prerequisites varying somewhat by major. Final decisions are made in collaboration with relevant department faculty and staff. Transfer students are highly encouraged to state their academic interests …
Do I have to apply to a particular major in Duffield Engineering? If so, what if I change my mind later?
First-year applicants apply to the Cornell Duffield College of Engineering and not to a particular engineering major. Students may indicate an intended major of interest on the Common Application if they wish, but they will not officially select a major until the second semester of their sophomore year.
What are the course requirements to apply as a transfer student to the Cornell Duffield College of Engineering?
Course requirements will vary by each engineering major and depend on the appropriate class standing level consistent with the amount of coursework completed at the time the student begins at Cornell. To gain a clear sense of the major-specific course requirements, please review the documents on the Transfer Require…
What science and math courses are prospective Engineering students expected to take in high school? If I am missing a requirement, will this hurt my chances of being admitted?
Duffield Engineering requires the completion of the following math and sciences classes prior to high school graduation. A unit is equivalent to one academic year of study. • 4 units of mathematics, including 1 of calculus • 1 unit of physics (Taking physics in the latter part of your high school career is be…
Does the Cornell Duffield College of Engineering offer credit for AP, IB, and A-level scores or college classes taken during high school?
Duffield Engineering routinely offers credit for appropriately high scores on Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate Higher Level (IB), and General Certificate of Education (A-level) examinations. For detailed information on the acceptable scores, please refer to the Advanced Placement Credit Table on…
