Talk to Cornell University students and recent graduates
Get a candid view of student life at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY through a private conversation with a verified student or recent graduate.
Currently on Candid Campus
Verified Cornell University students and recent graduates are available for private calls.
Individual student profiles stay inside the signed-in marketplace unless a host separately opts into the featured creator program. This school page confirms school-level availability without publishing a roster.
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Cornell University at a glance
- Private
- College town
- Midsize undergraduate body
- Most selective admissions
- Founded 1865
- Acceptance rate
- 9%
- Undergraduates
- 15,995
- Graduation rate
- 95%
- Average SAT
- 1535
- Student–faculty ratio
- 9:1
- Tuition & fees
- $69,314
The largest Ivy spans everything from engineering and hotel administration to agriculture, with a mix of private and state-supported colleges. Ithaca is a classic, gorge-lined college town.
Known for: Breadth of colleges · Engineering & hotel school · College-town setting
Figures: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (latest reported year). Confirm specifics with the school.
What you can ask about
- Classes, professors, workload, and academic support
- Housing, dining, transportation, and day-to-day routines
- Clubs, social life, campus culture, and finding your people
- What surprised the host after enrolling and what they would do differently
How Candid Campus works
- Create an account or sign in to enter the private marketplace.
- Choose a verified student or recent graduate from Cornell University.
- Select a call length and time, then add the questions you want to cover.
- Speak privately over a relay line. Personal phone numbers are never shared.
Independent from Cornell University
Candid Campus is independent and not affiliated with Cornell University. Hosts speak only from their own experience; they do not represent the university or promise one definitive view of campus life. Learn more about verification, privacy, and refunds on our Trust & Safety page.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I talk to a Cornell University student or recent graduate?
Yes. Candid Campus currently has verified students and recent graduates from Cornell University in its private marketplace. Create an account or sign in to see the available hosts and book a call.
Do the students represent Cornell University?
No. Candid Campus is independent and not affiliated with Cornell University. Student hosts speak from personal experience and do not represent the university.
How much does a Candid Campus call cost?
Standard calls are $60 for 25 minutes or $110 for 50 minutes. Candid Campus sets standard pricing, and you see the exact amount before you book.
Are individual student profiles public?
Individual student profiles are available only inside the signed-in Candid Campus experience unless a host separately opts into a featured creator profile. This school page confirms school-level availability without publishing a roster.
Are calls private?
Yes. Calls use a private relay line, so personal phone numbers are not shared. Candid Campus does not record or transcribe calls.