Founded in 1865 by Ezra Cornell and Andrew Dickson White, Cornell University combines a private university's resources with a public mission. It encompasses colleges in Ithaca, New York City, and Doha, Qatar, providing education in various disciplines.
| Nickname | Big Red |
| Motto / Slogan | I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in any study |
| Colour | Carnelian Red and White |
| Mascot | Touchdown the Big Red Bear |
| Founded | 1865 |
| Location | Ithaca city, New York, United States |
| Address | Cornell University Ithaca, New York 14850 |
Cornell is a private, Ivy League university and the land-grant university for New York state. Cornell’s mission is to discover, preserve and disseminate knowledge, to educate the next generation of global citizens, and to promote a culture of broad inquiry throughout and beyond the Cornell community. Cornell also aims, through public service, to enhance the lives and livelihoods of students, the people of New York and others around the world.
Cornell aspires to be the exemplary comprehensive research university for the 21st century. Faculty, staff and students thrive at Cornell because of its unparalleled combination of quality and breadth; its open, collaborative and innovative culture; its founding commitment to diversity and inclusion; its vibrant rural and urban campuses; and its land-grant legacy of public engagement.
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Cornell has a large, diverse international community from 130+ countries, with: International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS), Visa and immigration support, Cultural organizations and global communities, Career guidance for CPT & OPT.
Cornell graduates are highly employable: Strong employer reputation worldwide, Excellent alumni network, Career services, internships, and industry connections, Graduates work at Google, Amazon, McKinsey, Microsoft, UN, World Bank, and more
Cornell emphasizes: Sustainability & climate solutions, global development, social responsibility, leadership, and service. This aligns well with students who want to make a global impact, not just earn a degree.
Entry requirements vary by program and course. Check the program page for requirements.
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Library: Cornell University Library is at the center of Cornell’s vibrant intellectual life. Expert librarians are available in person—and online 24/7—to help navigate our world-class collections and assist with papers, exam prep, and research projects. We're a home away from home, with warm, inviting spaces for solo study and high-tech, flexible spaces for group work. Students and faculty agree: The Library is an important contributor to their academic success.
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Previously, Kotlikoff was Cornell’s longest-serving provost, holding that office from August 2015 to June 2024. Concurrently with his administrative duties as department ... read more
Throughout his tenure at Cornell, President Kotlikoff has overseen numerous initiatives and landmark changes to advance the university’s excellence in teaching, scholarship, and outreach, and to enhance academic collaboration across Cornell’s disciplines, colleges, and campuses.
As dean, Bala secured the naming gift for the Cornell Bowers College, led a significant expansion of faculty to support the college’s rapid growth, and launched construction of a new 135,000-square-foot building designed to house robotics labs, experiential learning spaces, and faculty offices. Her leadership helped position the college as a national leader.
Prof. August is also a Presidential Advisor on Diversity and Equity (chairing a group of 3 PADEs), advising the President of the university and her cabinet, and the Provost’s council, on issues of diversity, equity and inclusion. Professor August joined the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at Cornell in 2010 as Professor of Immunology and Chair of the department. Professor August has taught and conducted research on topics related to immunology. His research addresses the mechanisms that regulate the development of inflammation in diseases such as allergy and lung inflammatory diseases, as well as development of T cell subsets and memory. He was previously appointed Vice Provost for Academic Affairs in 2018, and began his appointment as Deputy Provost in 2022.
1865
On April 27, state senators Andrew Dickson White and Ezra Cornell win passage of the bill that charters Cornell University establishing the university at the location of Ezra Cornell’s fa... read more
1868
The original set of nine bells first rings out at the university's opening ceremonies. Over time, the chimes have been recast and expanded to 21 bells. Presently three concerts are performed each day while classes are in session.