Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
80.66%
SAT Average
1,246
ACT Range
23-30
Cornell College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 80.66%. This means approximately 807 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,074 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
80.66%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $50,634 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $50,634 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $64,336 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $25,079 | State avg: $17,049. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 28.96% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 63.54% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Cornell College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$50,634
Room and board
$11,358
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$3,160
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$64,336
Average net price
$25,079
Average aid coverage
61%
$39,257 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Cornell College pays approximately $25,079 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Iowa average of $17,049 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Cornell College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Iowa and national averages.
Cornell College net price
$25,079
Iowa average
$17,049
National average
$17,506
Cornell College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $50,634 and average net price at $25,079. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$50,634
Current net price
$25,079
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
71.67%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,460
Undergraduates
1,074
10-Year Median Earnings - Cornell College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Cornell College graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Cornell College?
Undergraduates
1,074
Completion rate
71.67%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
28.96%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
63.54%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 28.96% of Cornell College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 63.54% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Cornell College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Cornell College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Cornell College lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Cornell College is listed at 600 First St. SW, Mount Vernon, IA 52314. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Cornell College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell College | 80.66% | $50,634 | $25,079 | $53,460 |
| Drake University | 64.13% | $49,944 | $30,042 | $71,901 |
| Allen College | Not available | $20,444 | Not available | $71,261 |
| University of Iowa | 84.67% | $32,927 | $21,398 | $64,762 |
| Iowa State University | 89.13% | $27,683 | $18,165 | $63,386 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornell College's acceptance rate?
Cornell College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 80.66%.
How much is Cornell College tuition?
Cornell College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $50,634.
What is Cornell College's average net price?
Cornell College's average net price in the local dataset is $25,079.
What does Cornell College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $18,285 for Cornell College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Cornell College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,460 for Cornell College.
Is Cornell College accredited?
Cornell College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Cornell College?
The local dataset lists 1,074 undergraduate students at Cornell College.
What percentage of Cornell College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Cornell College in the local dataset is 28.96%.
What is the federal loan rate at Cornell College?
The federal loan rate for Cornell College in the local dataset is 63.54%.
Where should I verify Cornell College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Cornell College or the latest official federal education data.