Cornell University Graduate School Admission Results

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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
Biomedical Sciences PhD
December 18, 2024
Interview on 18 Dec
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Interview on 18 Dec
Fall 2025
American
GPA 4.00

BBS program

Cornell University
Plant Biology PhD
December 18, 2024
Interview on 18 Dec
Total comments
Interview on 18 Dec
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.69

In-person interview early February

Cornell University
Microbiology PhD
December 18, 2024
Rejected on 17 Dec
Total comments
Rejected on 17 Dec
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.97
Cornell University
Plant Biology PhD
December 18, 2024
Interview on 18 Dec
Total comments
Interview on 18 Dec
Fall 2025
American
Cornell University
Plant Biology PhD
December 18, 2024
Interview on 18 Dec
Total comments
Interview on 18 Dec
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.77

In-person interview for early Feb. Top choice!!

Cornell University
Microbiology PhD
December 17, 2024
Rejected on 17 Dec
Total comments
Rejected on 17 Dec
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.50
Cornell University
Microbiology PhD
December 17, 2024
Interview on 17 Dec
Total comments
Interview on 17 Dec
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.84

coming straight from undergrad, 2 yrs research, no pubs (1 first author manuscript in prep), 2 posters, TAing & other non-research lab positions, met with PIs during preview weekend program

Cornell University
Microbiology PhD
December 17, 2024
Interview on 17 Dec
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Interview on 17 Dec
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.30

I have 1 paper and 1 first author in preparation. 3 years out of undergrad research with a bunch of posters and a couple invited talks including at the NIH

Cornell University
Microbiology PhD
December 17, 2024
Interview on 17 Dec
Total comments
Interview on 17 Dec
Fall 2025
International
GPA 3.96

International in U.S college

Cornell University
Microbiology PhD
December 17, 2024
Rejected on 17 Dec
Total comments
Rejected on 17 Dec
Fall 2025
American
Cornell University
Immunology PhD
December 16, 2024
Interview on 16 Dec
Total comments
Interview on 16 Dec
Fall 2025
American
GPA 3.41
Cornell University
History PhD
May 16, 2024
Accepted on 2 May
Total comments
Accepted on 2 May
Fall 2025
International
Cornell University
Electrical And Computer Engineering PhD
May 13, 2024
Rejected on 10 May
Total comments
Rejected on 10 May
Fall 2024
International
Cornell University
Electrical And Computer Engineering PhD
May 11, 2024
Rejected on 11 May
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Rejected on 11 May
Fall 2024
International
GPA 3.50
Cornell University
Developmental Psychology Masters
May 05, 2024
Wait listed on 2 May
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Wait listed on 2 May
Fall 2024
International
GPA 3.75

Individual faculty had a waitlist. I thought this was weird for a masters

Cornell University
Linguistics PhD
April 17, 2024
Rejected on 17 Apr
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Rejected on 17 Apr
Fall 2024
International

rejected off the waitlist

Cornell University
Civil And Environmental Engineering PhD
April 16, 2024
Rejected on 16 Apr
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Rejected on 16 Apr
Fall 2024
International
Cornell University
English PhD
April 15, 2024
Accepted on 15 Apr
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Accepted on 15 Apr
Fall 2024
American

Accepted off the waitlist!

Cornell University
Music Composition PhD
April 13, 2024
Accepted on 12 Apr
Total comments
Accepted on 12 Apr
Fall 2024
American
Cornell University
Economics PhD
April 12, 2024
Accepted on 10 Apr
Total comments
Accepted on 10 Apr
Fall 2024
American
GRE 167
GRE V 162
GRE AW 5.00
GPA 3.71

*Hacker voice* I'm in. Former Fed-RA. Got email that I'm off the waitlist. Will accept pending positive discussion with a few professors/current grad students tomorrow.

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