Rankings
How every major ranking places Cornell University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & technology | 20 | $20,800 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 18 | $20,800 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 17 | $20,800 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 16 | $20,800 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 15 | $20,800 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 15 | $20,800 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 7 | $20,800 | See → |
| Social sciences | 7 | $20,800 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 5 | $20,800 | See → |
| Psychology | 5 | $20,800 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 5 | $20,800 | See → |
| Business & management | 4 | $20,800 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 3 | $20,800 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 2 | $20,800 | See → |
| Hospitality, tourism & service industry | 2 | $20,800 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 2 | $20,800 | See → |
Costs and entry
Jobs after studying at Cornell University
The job market for Cornell University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the US.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Cornell University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $20,800 a year. Most courses last 4 years. Fees vary by field: engineering & technology courses are typically $20,800, engineering & technology $20,800.
How is Cornell University ranked?
Cornell University is ranked #16 by QS (2026), #18 by Times Higher Education (2026) and #12 by ARWU (2025) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Veterinary Science (#3) and Agriculture & Forestry (#5).
What IELTS score does Cornell University need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (3 of the 3 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0.
How many postgraduate courses does Cornell University offer?
142 postgraduate courses across 16 fields; the largest are engineering & technology (20), natural sciences (18) and humanities & languages (17).
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Updated 21 September 2026. Courses and fees from Cornell University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Times Higher Education 2026, ARWU 2025, QS subject rankings 2025.