College application & essay help for Cornell applicants
Work with advisors who have real experience with Cornell and will help you stand out in the application process.
Find an advisor who’s helped students get accepted to Cornell
These advisors have direct experience with Cornell as alumni or admissions professionals and
have helped students gain acceptance to Cornell.
Applying to Cornell
Applying to Cornell University is highly competitive, and the strongest applicants go beyond grades and test scores.
They clearly demonstrate who they are, what they care about, and how they see themselves growing at Cornell.
Although no two applications are identical, schools like Cornell tend to look for similar things: academic strength, meaningful engagement with interests, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine connection to the school’s culture. Understanding how these come together at Cornell can help you build a more focused and intentional application.
Although no two applications are identical, schools like Cornell tend to look for similar things: academic strength, meaningful engagement with interests, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine connection to the school’s culture. Understanding how these come together at Cornell can help you build a more focused and intentional application.
Advisors who know Cornell well can help you think through how your application comes across and
where to focus your effort. At Sundial, you can work with advisors who either attended Cornell or have helped
students get accepted to Cornell.
How Sundial helps Cornell applicants
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Most viewed student questions about Cornell
FAQs about applying to Cornell
Essays are one of the few places Cornell can see who you are beyond grades and test scores. For competitive majors and selective programs, strong essays aren’t just helpful, they’re often what differentiate students with similar academic profiles. The best essays don’t sound generic; they show clear thinking, self-awareness, and fit with what Cornell actually values.
Cornell looks for students who’ve taken their interests seriously over time, whether academically, creatively, or through leadership. Beyond raw achievement, they want to see intellectual curiosity, initiative, and evidence that you’ll contribute meaningfully to their campus community. Your application should tell a clear story about how your experiences connect to your goals.
A strong Cornell application essay goes beyond summarizing your résumé or activities. Admissions officers want to understand your motivations, values, and fit with the school. Focus on writing with clarity and intent, and make sure your responses connect your personal experiences with why Cornell makes sense for your goals.
Yes! Many Sundial advisors have direct experience with Cornell, either as alumni or through years of helping students get accepted. Their insight helps you avoid generic advice and instead focus on what actually matters on your Cornell application.
If you’re looking at this page, that’s a pretty good sign you might want to get started! Ideally, planning for Cornell begins several months before deadlines so you’re not rushing major decisions or submitting first-draft work under pressure.
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