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2026-27 cycleMount Vernon, IA
Cornell College
Cornell College is a private liberal arts college located in Mount Vernon, Iowa. The college operates on a distinctive 'One Course At A Time' block schedule, allowing students to focus intensely on a single subject for 3.5 weeks per block. Featured as one of the original Colleges That Change Lives, Cornell offers highly customizable degree paths and rich academic experiences.
Acceptance rate
80%
Undergrad enrollment
978
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
Free
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action | November 1, 2026 |
| Early DecisionEarly Decision (Binding) | November 1, 2026 |
| TransferTransfer Spring Entry | November 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidPriority Financial Aid Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionPriority Regular Decision | February 1, 2027 |
| TransferTransfer Fall Entry | March 1, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionFinal Regular Decision | May 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
Cornell College does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.