Tuition and Living Expenses
When you apply for student status, you’re required to show proof of your financial support. As you plan for your time at Cornell, it’s important to keep track of tuition costs and living expenses and budget accordingly. This page gives an estimate of international students’ typical expenses for the 2026–27 academic year at Cornell.
Tuition
Tuition rates and fees can be found on the Office of the Bursar website. Undergraduate students should refer to Contract - Nonresident rates.
Living Expenses
| Undergraduate | $27,507 |
| Graduate | $37,418 |
To calculate expenses for less than an academic year: Undergrad expenses = $2,292/month x number of months. Grad expenses = $3,118/month x number of months. Contact Student Health Benefits for prorated health plan rates.
Family Expenses
| Spouse | $15,141 |
| One child | $9,580 |
| Children (above amount plus) | $9,580 per each additional child |
Spouse expenses = $1,262/month. Children = $798/month per child. Contact Student Health Benefits for prorated health plan rates.
