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Cornell College

Also known as: Cornell

Private Nonprofit school in Mount Vernon, Iowa, United States of America

Founded in 1853 as the Iowa Conference Seminary and renamed Cornell College in 1857, Cornell is affiliated with the United Methodist Church and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Situated on its 129‑acre rural campus at 600 First Street SW, the college enrolls approximately 1,033 undergraduates in immersive liberal arts programs. Cornell’s innovative block plan divides the academic year into three‑and‑a‑half‑week terms, allowing students to focus intensively on a single course at a time. With a student‑faculty ratio of 13:1, the college emphasizes experiential learning through practicums, study abroad, and leadership development opportunities.

liberal arts

private nonprofit

block plan

test-optional

SAT Scores are optional

This university has a test-optional policy.

Cornell College has been test‑optional since 2017; first‑year applicants may choose whether to submit SAT or ACT scores, which will be considered holistically but are not required. Beginning with applications for Fall 2026, standardized test scores will become mandatory for all first‑year applicants.

Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.

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