Cornell College
Mount Vernon, IA. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Mount Vernon, IA · Town near a city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 1,086 |
| Acceptance rate | 80% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1170–1380 · 10% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1130–1340 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 23–30 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 72% |
| First-year retention | 80% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 13:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $66,249 |
| Application fee | $0 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Regular Decision: Mar 1, 2027
Most popular majors: Biology, Business, Social sciences, Parks, recreation & fitness, Psychology.
Strongest majors at Cornell College
- Chemistry & biochem at Cornell College: #344 of 689 schools, score 51/100, about 20 graduates a year
- Computer science at Cornell College: #406 of 691 schools, score 45/100, about 15 graduates a year
- Biology at Cornell College: #416 of 692 schools, score 48/100, about 27 graduates a year
- Art, music & theater at Cornell College: #412 of 668 schools, score 53/100, about 16 graduates a year
- Business & finance at Cornell College: #423 of 650 schools, score 45/100, about 34 graduates a year
Cornell College campus map
On campus
Russell D Cole Library, Soccer and Intramural Fields, Richard and Norma Small Athletic and Wellness Center, Cornell Tennis Courts, Norton Geology Center and Anderson Museum, Kimmel Theater.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Lincoln Wine Bar, Scorz Bar & Grill, Big's BBQ and Brew Pub
- Coffee: White Tree Bakery, Fuel
- Nightlife: Yock's Landing
- Shops: Bauman's, Hill of A Deal
- Museums and culture: Bijou The Movie Theater
- Groceries: CarePro Pharmacy
- Parks: Memorial Park, Martha Parsons & Family Activities Complex, Bryant Park
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