Admissions

Cornell offers a cross-disciplinary graduate field system that fosters a culture of exploration and innovation.

Explore Graduate Education at Cornell

Before applying to Cornell, you need to understand the basics of our field system, which degrees we offer, and how you can pay for your degree.

Learn About Cornell’s Fields of Study and Graduate Degree Programs

Before you apply, you need to know how Cornell works. Choose from research and professional degrees in more than 80 fields of study and 18 minor (non-degree granting) fields.

Explore Finances and Funding

At Cornell, tuition costs and financial support vary with field and degree program. Most Ph.D. students are fully funded to pursue their degrees through fellowships and assistantships.

Apply

Once you’ve decided on your field and your degree program and considered how you will finance your graduate education, you’re ready to apply.