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Cornell University

8.2%

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Transfer Admission Overview

Transfer data for Cornell is limited, but highly selective schools generally accept very few transfers. If you're set on Cornell, consider applying as a freshman or exploring articulation agreements at feeder schools.

8.2%

Freshman Accept Rate

How to Transfer to Cornell University: Step by Step

Research Requirements

Check Cornell University's transfer admission page for minimum credit hours, prerequisite courses, and GPA requirements.

Maintain a Strong GPA

Transfer admission is heavily GPA-based. Aim for a 3.5+ GPA at your current institution.

Complete Prerequisites

Take the general education and major prerequisites that Cornell University expects.

Write a Compelling Essay

Explain why you want to transfer and why Cornell University specifically.

Get Strong Recommendations

Ask professors who know your work well.

Apply on Time

Transfer deadlines are often earlier than freshman deadlines.

Cornell University Transfer FAQs

What is Cornell University's transfer acceptance rate?

Cornell University does not publicly report a separate transfer acceptance rate. The freshman rate is 8.2%, and transfer admissions typically track the school's overall selectivity.

What GPA do I need to transfer to Cornell University?

With a 8.2% freshman acceptance rate, Cornell University typically expects transfer applicants to have a college GPA of 3.7+ with strong A's in transferable coursework. Stronger GPAs offset weaker high school records for transfer admits.

When are Cornell University transfer application deadlines?

Most US colleges including Cornell University accept fall transfers (March-April deadlines) and many also accept spring transfers (October-November deadlines). Check Cornell University's admissions page for the exact dates each cycle.