During selection, all of the undergraduate colleges and schools carefully evaluate the "match" between an applicant's academic and personal interests and the program to which they are applying. Applicants who do not seem to be a good match for their academic home risk being refused. Authenticity is an important part of every application. Students applying to a particular Cornell college or school solely on the basis of its acceptance rate may find that the selection process works against them.
Cornell is home to several undergraduate colleges and schools, each with its own faculty, academic requirements, and programs. We encourage applicants to explore each to see where they fit best. The best way for students to get started is to relate their academic strengths and interests to the degree requirements of the various colleges and schools and the types of majors and courses they offer.
Newly admitted students may not change the college or school to which they were admitted before arriving in the fall. Students will need to complete at least two semesters in the college or school to which they are admitted to fully explore options. There are often multiple ways to pursue your academic interests and goals at Cornell.
