Ithaca, New York What sets Cornell apart? O
ur people Cornell University attracts researchers, think- ers, scholars, inventors, scientists, humanitar-
ians, and idea leaders from around the world. A genu- ine sense of camaraderie—particularly between faculty and students—fosters a collaborative community, while supportive staff help guide students through their life at Cornell. Students develop cross-disciplinary friend- ships and partnerships that last a lifetime.
Our setting The Ithaca campus is set on a hill overlooking Cayuga Lake with waterfalls, lakes, botanical gardens, and historic buildings. Ithaca is small enough that it’s easy to find your way around and large enough that it has more restaurants per capita than New York City.
Our facilities Cornell has outstanding research and teaching facili- ties, including new buildings for Life Sciences, Phys- ical Sciences, Engineering, and Art, Architecture & Planning. These facilities have numerous labs that foster research in nanotechnology, sustainability, en- ergy, creativity, arts, social sciences, and human health.
Our values Our philosophy of academic freedom with responsi- bility helps our students become flexible, collaborative,
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and innovative thinkers. Our field structure is cross- disciplinary by design and truly unique. We believe that diverse perspectives enhance our community, and the Cornell Graduate School actively recruits, welcomes, and supports students from historically underrepresented groups and students who may be the first in their families to attend college.
Our fields Many of our nearly 100 graduate fields of study rank in the top 10 nationally. Our programs create innova- tive pathways to knowledge and understanding in a broad range of research areas. All our programs hone students’ intellectual and creative leadership skills.
Our research Cornell is one of the top research institutions in the world, with more than $802 million devoted to research spending. In the most recent report, we ranked third in funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF). The Graduate School is committed to supporting grad- uate education and provides significant funding for the majority of our PhD students.
Why Consider Cornell?
• Our cross-disciplinary graduate field system • Our engaged graduate faculty • Our genuine sense of community • Our culture of exploration and innovation
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