Cornell University Graduate School Admission Results

About 13,172 results

This page shows the recent graduate admission results for Cornell University. These results automatically update with new admission results submissions, so you can check back to see when others have been accepted, rejected, or waitlisted to specific schools and programs.

Cornell University

Cornell University, located in Ithaca, New York, is a prestigious Ivy League institution known for its diverse academic offerings and research excellence. Notable graduate programs include the Samuel Curtis Johnson Graduate School of Management, the ... College of Engineering (particularly in computer science and mechanical engineering), and the Cornell Law School. The Weill Cornell Medical College in New York City is renowned for its medical research and clinical training. Cornell’s interdisciplinary approach and strong emphasis on public engagement contribute to its reputation as a leader in higher education.

Summary

The Cornell University Graduate School Admission results for the past five years reflect a highly competitive environment with diverse outcomes across several programs. Computer Science saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program. Economics saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, reflecting its competitive nature. Physics saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, highlighting the program's stringent criteria. Electrical and Computer Engineering saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, suggesting a balanced yet competitive program. Chemistry saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, pointing to its selective nature. Mechanical Engineering saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, underscoring its high standards. Architecture saw both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters and PhD candidates, indicating a strong acceptance rate despite its competitiveness. Information Science saw both waitlisting and acceptance for Masters and PhD candidates, highlighting its rigorous selection process. Biomedical Engineering saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, reflecting a balanced program. Materials Science and Engineering saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD and Masters candidates, reflecting its stringent criteria. Overall, these results suggest that while some programs like Electrical and Computer Engineering and Economics offer hope through waitlist acceptances, others like Physics and Chemistry remain exceptionally competitive.

School Program Added On Decision
Cornell University
Immunology PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F16
American
Cornell University
Immunology & Microbial Pathogenesis PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F19
International
Cornell University
Sociology PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F16
American
GRE 151
GRE V 164
GRE AW 5.00
GPA 3.80

I actually screamed with excitement!!!

Cornell University
Compuer Science, Master Of Math Data Science PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F18
International
GRE 170
GRE V 153
GRE AW 3.00
GPA 3.10
Cornell University
Mechanical Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F19
American
GRE 168
GRE V 169
GRE AW 5.00
GPA 3.98

Accepted with funding

Cornell University
Computer Science PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19

Generic rejection email.

Cornell University
Mechanical Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F18
American

Not sure what 'on hold' means in this case: Dear XXXX, I have been asked to keep your application on hold while the faculty make a few final decisions. I realize it is getting late in the admission season and will let you know our decision just as soon as I know it.

Cornell University
(English) - Literature PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F17
American

Just got a rejection email from Cornell (sent via CollegeNet). It's a great program, but was one of the shakier fits for me personally, so I'm feeling okay about it. Congrats to all who will be receiving acceptances!!

Cornell University
Neuroscience PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F17
American
GPA 3.55
Cornell University
HAUD PhD
November 30, -0001
Wait listed on 30 Nov
Total comments
Wait listed on 30 Nov
F15
International

Also received an email from POI stating that im the next in line, so if you are not going to attend please decline proposal please please please :D

Cornell University
Physics PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
International
GRE 170
GRE V 159
GRE AW 3.50
GPA 3.89

So this is what rejection feels like :-(

Cornell University
Physics PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F20
American
Cornell University
Economics PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
International

2a/5r/0w/8p

Cornell University
Regional Science PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
International
GRE 165
GRE V 153
GRE AW 4.00
GPA 3.40

Offer with 3 years fellowship. Get trained in top schools in China, UK and USA, and 1 year research associate experience in top school in the USA, many RA project experience

Cornell University
Psychology PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F18
International
Cornell University
Operations Research & Information Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F18
American

To the poster below, what was the interview like? What technicals can be asked in a video format? I'm very confused by that

Cornell University
Information Science PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F16
International

Interviewed by two professors and one grad student. Hope to get the result soon.

Cornell University
Chemistry PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F20
American

gpa: 3.90, major: 3.95. dual master's and bachelor's, 34 credits of grad courses. Q:164, V: 155, W: 4, one pub submitted, second pub in preparation at the time of submission; both are first and only author. 3 good LORs. Tons of additional work, volunteering, etc. Really excited, first offer!

Cornell University
Tri-I Computational Biology PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
American
GRE 156
GRE V 166
GRE AW 4.00
GPA 3.61

Enrolled in a post-bacc program in Math with 4.0 GPA so far. 3 publications in Chemistry (undergrad major) and Chemical Education with 1 first authored.

Cornell University
Physics PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F16
American
GRE 167
GRE V 163
GRE AW 6.00
GPA 3.66

Applied with a focus on quantum nanoelectronics, experiment.