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Cornell College

Mount Vernon, IA • private • III | Midwest Conference
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Acceptance
80.7%
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Grad Rate
72%
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Cost
$65,140

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Town
Student Population
Undergrad: 1,140 • Total: 1,142
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
600 First St. SW
Mount Vernon, IA
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Website
www.cornellcollege.edu
Region
Midwest
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 608 (53.3%) • Female: 532 (46.7%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 37 3.2%
Black/African American 91 8.0%
Hispanic/Latino 118 10.4%
White 810 71.1%
Two or More Races 12 1.1%
International 32 2.8%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
80.7%
2,490 admitted from 3,087 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 580-655
Math: 570-663
Total: 1150-1318
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
23-30
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: 02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
71.7%
4-Year Graduation Rate
67.0%
Freshman Retention Rate
74.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
15.2:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$65,140
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $51,970
Room & Board
$11,850
Books & Supplies
$1,320
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $16,409
$30,001-48,000 $18,513
$48,001-75,000 $20,177
$75,001-110,000 $22,944
$110,001+ $29,298
Students Receiving Pell Grants
99%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$25,850

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
III
Conference
Midwest Conference
Men's Sports (10)
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Lacrosse Soccer Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor) Wrestling
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Cross Country Lacrosse Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor) Volleyball Wrestling
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA
In-State Awards
$1,000-$42,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$42,000/yr
1 automatic scholarship (15 total)
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Common questions about Cornell College

What is Cornell College's acceptance rate?
Cornell College accepts 81% of applicants, from 3,087 applications.
How much does Cornell College cost?
Tuition and fees are $51,970. Families earning under $30,000 pay $16,409 on average after aid.
Does Cornell College require SAT or ACT scores?
Cornell College does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for Cornell College?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 23 and 30 on the ACT.
What is Cornell College's graduation rate?
72% of students graduate within six years.