Cornell Grants (need-based undergraduate aid)

• Cornell grants and endowed scholarships are awarded after federal, state and other external grant or scholarship funding, up to demonstrated need; amounts vary.
• Students eligible for a Cornell grant may also receive named endowed scholarships (no separate application), which can replace a Cornell grant, work-study or loan offer.
• Grant or scholarship aid above tuition and mandatory fees is taxable income in the U.S.; Cornell withholds 14 percent of that excess unless a tax treaty exemption applies.

For applicants starting Fall 2027 (2027-28 CSS Profile, available after October 1, 2026):

• Early Decision: November 1, 2026
• Regular Decision: January 2, 2027
• Transfer: March 15, 2027

Official aid offers are released in early April (tentatively).

1. Complete the CSS Profile (Cornell code 2098) by the deadline for your admission plan.
2. Upload any requested documents through the College Board IDOC dashboard.
3. Admitted students receive a preliminary Cornell Aid Estimate shortly after admission decisions.
4. Cornell reviews the application and confirms expected family contribution and demonstrated need.
5. View the official Cornell Aid Offer, released in spring.

• CSS Profile application
• Additional signed documents only as requested by Cornell through IDOC

Awards are determined by demonstrated financial need from the CSS Profile and requested documentation, against the estimated cost of attendance.