Your transcripts do not need to be evaluated by a credential evaluation service. We are familiar with all educational systems and will evaluate your credentials here. We need to receive your transcripts as they are issued by your school/college in their original grading system (including English translations). Your grades should not be converted to a U.S. grade point average (GPA). We will evaluate the classes you have taken and the grades you received in those classes, rather than using an overall GPA to assess academic achievement.
Applicants who do not have recent teachers, instructors, or professors to write their recommendations are advised to have supervisors, mentors, and/or coaches write on their behalf. Current or former members of the military can utilize a recommendation from an appropriate member of their chain of command for this purpose.
Cornell prefers recommenders submit their letters of support through the Common Application using the official forms and instructions provided. Recommenders can also mail their letters directly to:
First-year applicants must submit two teacher recommendations. In addition, Cornell requires a written statement from your school counselor. Please be sure to review the How to Apply page for more information about our requirements for first-year and transfer applicants.
In addition to the college application, first-year applicants must ensure that the following required documents are submitted on their behalf. The following official forms can be found and submitted online through the Common Application according to the instructions provided.
School Report and Transcript - Applicant's school counselor or designated school official should submit the School Report Form (or the school’s own report form) and the student's official high school transcript.
