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Cornell College
Cornell College
MOUNT VERNON, IA . 4 Year 3.4
#1516 in Best Colleges in America
600 FIRST ST SW MOUNT VERNON, IA 52314

Overview

Cornell College is a private liberal arts college located in Mount Vernon, Iowa. Known for its distinctive "One Course At A Time" curriculum, students immerse themselves in a single academic discipline every 3.5 weeks, allowing for intense focus and in-depth learning. Founded in 1853, the college's picturesque campus is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Cornell College offers more than 40 majors, including pre-professional programs. The college is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, and it is recognized for its strong faculty-student relationships, experiential learning opportunities, and commitment to service learning.

Rankings

  • 241

    #241 in Best Colleges for History in America

  • 1516

    #1516 in Best Colleges in America

  • 498

    #498 in Safest College Campuses in America

  • Best Colleges for History in America 241 of 933
  • Safest College Campuses in America 498 of 1,306
  • Best College Food in America 548 of 1,361

Academics

  • BAcademics
  • C+Value
  • A Diversity
  • C+Campus
  • B Athletics
  • BParty Scene
  • B Professors
  • BLocation
  • B Dorms
  • BCampus Food
  • B Student Life
  • B+Safety

Majors

  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    23 Graduates
  • Psychology
    23 Graduates
  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
    22 Graduates
  • Computer Science
    19 Graduates
  • Management Sciences and Information Systems
    16 Graduates
  • Creative Writing
    15 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    15 Graduates
  • History
    13 Graduates
  • Finance
    11 Graduates
  • Drama and Theatre Production
    10 Graduates

Admissions

  • May 1
    Application Deadline
  • 81%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $0
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    1130-1340
  • ACT Range
    24-30
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action
    No

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $37,745
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    64%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,038 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    8
  • Undergrads Over 25
    1%
  • Pell Grant
    29%
  • Varsity Athletes
    44%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    12:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Midwest Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)

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