We want to take this opportunity to provide you with some information that might be helpful as you take steps to become a full-fledged member of the Cornell community. 

• If you're an international student, please review the instructions on our Fall Transfer International page.

First: You need to reserve your place in the class.

Please confirm your acceptance of our offer by submitting your $400 deposit. IMPORTANT: The enrollment deposit is due within 30 days of the date of the admission offer. It is important to send in the deposit by the due date to receive a housing assignment.

If you are applying for financial aid, please make certain you have received your financial aid package before you make a decision about enrolling at Cornell. Your deposit will be credited to your bursar account in your first semester of enrollment at Cornell.

Second: If you have applied for financial aid (or are thinking of applying), read on. 

You will receive an award from the Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment if you have completed the financial aid application process. If you met the March 15 deadline for submitting your financial aid application materials, you can expect to receive notification very soon.

We encourage you to contact the financial aid office directly (607.255.5145 or finaid@cornell.edu) if you have any questions about your financial aid award or application process.

About On-Campus Housing

For more information about housing, please visit the Housing and Residential Life website. Questions about housing? Please call 607.255.5368 or send an email to housing@cornell.edu.

Also, don’t forget to sign up for a dining plan. Information regarding dining options and the Apply for a Meal Plan form can be found on the Cornell Dining website.

Finally:

Please visit newstudents.cornell.edu/ to find information regarding your enrollment. The website features more information about programs, facilities, and services that you’ll have access to, and instructions for completing your enrollment at Cornell.

You will find details about the Orientation program on the New Student Orientation website and will be sent additional information by the college/school to which you have been admitted.

Reminder: Don’t forget to send a copy of your final college transcript(s) reflecting completed courses through the end of your current term.

Registration: You will receive information about registering for classes soon. The semester is slated to begin August 21, 2023.  

Questions?

Should you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office at 607.255.5241 or by email at transfer@cornell.edu.

We look forward to welcoming you to campus!