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Your Chances of Getting Into Cornell College

Based on publicly available admissions data

Less Selective80.7% acceptance rate

Acceptance rate over 60%. Likely a safety or match for most applicants.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate
80.7%
SAT Range (Middle 50%)
1150 - 1318
ACT Range (Middle 50%)
23 - 30

Is Cornell College a Reach, Target, or Safety?

With a 80.7% acceptance rate, Cornell College is likely a target or safety school for most students with competitive academic records.

Build a balanced college list with reach, target, and safety schools to maximize your options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are my chances of getting into Cornell College?

Cornell College accepts 80.7% of applicants. Your individual chances depend on your complete profile: GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Use this data as a benchmark, not a guarantee.

What GPA do I need for Cornell College?

Cornell College looks for academically strong students. Review recent CDS data on the school's website for GPA breakdowns of admitted students.

What SAT score do I need for Cornell College?

The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1150 and 1318 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1318 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 23-30.