What's Cornell's in-state tuition like?

Hey guys, I'm thinking about applying to Cornell, and I'm an in-state student. I was wondering what the in-state tuition looks like there? Is it a lot lower than out-of-state? Thanks for the help!

Cornell University is a unique institution as it incorporates both private and public colleges in its system. Its private colleges charge the same tuition for both in-state and out-of-state students. However, the public colleges within Cornell, known as contract colleges, offer lower tuition rates for in-state students from New York.

There are four contract colleges at Cornell: the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), the College of Human Ecology, the ILR School (Industrial and Labor Relations), and the Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management. As an in-state student applying to one of these contract colleges, you may be eligible for a lower tuition rate as compared to out-of-state students.

For the 2023-2024 academic year, the tuition for in-state students in the contract colleges is about $43,888 while for out-of-state students, it's approximately $68,380. Keep in mind that these figures are for tuition only and do not include other costs such as housing, meal plans, books, and other expenses.

In contrast, Cornell's private colleges, like the Arts and Sciences, Engineering, and Architecture, Art, and Planning, charge the same tuition for both in-state and out-of-state students, which is around $68,380 for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Remember to consider financial aid opportunities, as Cornell offers need-based financial aid packages that can significantly reduce your cost of attendance. Make sure to complete the FAFSA and the CSS Profile to maximize your eligibility for financial aid.