International Applicants

Cornell University provides financial aid on a limited basis to students who are not citizens of the United States.

Follow the instructions and deadlines below. Undocumented students residing in the U.S. should follow these procedures, including submission of the Cornell International Aid Application.

Deadlines

Required Information

2012-13 Early Decision – November 1, 2011

2012-13 Regular Decision – January 2, 2012

2012-13 Fall Transfer – March 1, 2012

Complete the College Scholarship Service (CSS) PROFILE

Cornell’s CSS code is 2098

Cornell International Financial Aid Application for Freshman and Transfers

College Board Financial Aid Application (use this form for non-custodial parents, if applicable)

Custodial parent income documentation:

  • Most recent income tax forms; or
  • If no taxes are filed, a statement from the parent’s employer(s) indicating wages. Statement must be translated into English and U.S. dollars.

Non-custodial parent income documentation (if applicable):

  • Most recent income tax forms; or
  • If no taxes are filed, a statement from the parent’s employer(s) indicating wages. Statement must be translated into English and U.S. dollars.

Photocopy of your passport.

Important to note:

  • Please pay close attention to the deadlines. Late applications may not be considered.
  • Beginning Fall 2010, financial aid funding that had been limited to Canadian and Mexican undergraduate students will be used for all international students. Canadian and Mexican students who matriculated at Cornell prior to Fall 2010 will continue to receive financial aid under the policy that was in effect at the time of matriculation.
  • Applicants who have dual U.S. citizenship should follow the instructions for U.S. citizens and permanent residents.