Cornell University’s Precollege Courses for Commuting Students Recently Updated

Are you able to commute to Cornell's campus in Ithaca, NY?  If so, take an on-campus course this summer, fall, and/or spring. This is an unparalleled opportunity to study in person with Cornell faculty, challenge yourself with a college-level class, enhance your college application, and earn college credits, all while living at home or in a rental with your parent/guardian.

The grades and credits you earn as a commuter will be recorded on an official Cornell transcript and are generally transferable toward a degree at Cornell or elsewhere.

You may request permission to enroll in courses at the 1,000 or 2,000 level as long as you meet the prerequisites. (Precollege students are not eligible for courses at the 3,000 level or above.)

Our programs offer you the rare opportunity to work closely with some of Cornell's most distinguished instructors. Under their guidance, you'll develop the critical thinking and writing skills essential for success in college.

Cornell’s Precollege classes are credit-bearing Cornell University courses. The grades and credits earned through these courses are recorded on an official Cornell transcript. As such, these classes — and all credit-bearing offerings — are subject to the Cornell tuition rate set by the university's Board of Trustees.

Tuition is $1,840 per credit for fall 2024 through summer 2025.

Example: A three-credit course at $1,840 per credit = $5,520.