Acceptance Rate History
Cornell University Acceptance Rate (2013–2024)
NY · Current rate: 8.8%
Cornell University admits the SAT 1500–1570 range — you might be closer than you think.
What is Cornell University's acceptance rate in 2024?
Cornell University's acceptance rate in 2024 is 8.8%, up from 8.2% in 2023.
College Scorecard, 2024
Year-by-Year Data
| Year | Acceptance Rate | Applicants | Admitted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8.8% | N/A | N/A |
| 2023 | 8.2% | N/A | N/A |
| 2022 | 7.5% | 69,195 | 5,168 |
| 2021 | 8.7% | 67,380 | 5,852 |
| 2020 | 10.7% | 51,500 | 5,514 |
| 2019 | 10.9% | 49,114 | 5,330 |
| 2018 | 10.6% | 51,324 | 5,448 |
| 2017 | 12.7% | 47,039 | 5,962 |
| 2016 | 14.1% | 44,965 | 6,337 |
| 2015 | 15.1% | 41,900 | 6,315 |
| 2014 | 14.2% | 43,037 | 6,105 |
| 2013 | 15.6% | 39,999 | 6,222 |
Source: IPEDS Admissions Survey (NCES) · College Scorecard
Admitted Student Profile
SAT Range · Middle 50% (25th–75th)
1500–1570
Admitted students at Cornell University scored between 1500 and 1570 on the SAT (middle 50%).
Source: College Scorecard · U.S. Dept of Education
Where do you stand?
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Middle 50% of admitted students scored 1500–1570.
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Trend Analysis
Cornell University's acceptance rate has decreased from 15.6% in 2013 to 8.8% in 2024, reflecting increased selectivity. The most notable shift occurred in 2018.
Analysis compiled from official data trends.
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