If I apply to CALS through the SUNY system, do I receive a SUNY diploma or a Cornell diploma? If I apply through Cornell, I’ll obviously receive a Cornell diploma right?
Now, if I’m accepted into CALS through Cornell, do I still get reduced tutition for being from NY state? And will most of my classes be with SUNY kids? I’m a bit confused on the whole SUNY/Cornell relationship. Is the SUNY school a separate building that just happens to be on the Cornell campus or are SUNY kids that have been accepted into CALS actually taking CALS classes?
I do NOT want to interact with the SUNY kids for the sheer hatred of “STRONG ISLANDERS.”
<p>You already know that CALS is one of the Land Grant universities of Cornell. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences is one of three undergraduate colleges at Cornell that are also part of the State University of New York (SUNY). As a New York State "state-assisted college" we have a unique responsibility to conduct research and public service programs that will benefit the people of the state. In return, the state contributes a significant portion of our operating expenses which provides us with additional funds for student support, faculty salaries, and improved classrooms and laboratories. It also helps keep our tuition lower, making your Cornell degree more affordable. This alliance with the State University of New York allows us to work closely with SUNY's University Colleges of Technology and Community Colleges in advising students on transfer opportunities. </p>
<p>Their Mission:
As a college uniquely situated in a land grant, Ivy League university, we are committed to research, teaching, and extension that makes an important difference in the lives of our stakeholders in New York State,</p>
<p>Regarding the "Stong Islanders"</p>
<p>As a statutory college within the State University of New York, we are committed to maintaining a strong presence of New York State residents in our student body. A majority of the students in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences are New York State residents. However, the College is also committed to enrolling a student body that is geographically diverse. Given these commitments, it is also important to note that geography is not by itself a determining factor in any admission decision. </p>
<p>Should you be admitted, when you graduate, your degree will say Cornell University and you will be a Cornell Graduate.</p>
<p>IF you are accepted into CALS as a NYS resident, you will pay the instate tuition rate of $16.037 (28,567 out of state)</p>
<p>all the best</p>
<p>Thank you. But what about if you apply to CALS through the SUNY system? Meaning, in the SUNY application/viewbook you can apply to the "College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell University" using their SUNY application. I'm confused with that.</p>
<p>You will still be a Cornell graudate. From Cornell's site:</p>
<p>Now you have done your research and you know what options are available to you as a CALS student and you are ready to apply! Cornell is now using the Common Application exclusively for freshman applicants as well as a supplement.</p>
<p>If you look at pages 9 and 16 of the SUNY application, you see that for the Cornell schools are no campus codes listed.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.suny.edu/student/downloads/Pdf/2005_application.pdf%5B/url%5D">http://www.suny.edu/student/downloads/Pdf/2005_application.pdf</a></p>
<p>If you go to the SUNY website and click on the CALS it takes you to Cornell's website. If I were you , I would fill out the Common Ap and the Supplement that Cornell requires because your application is not processed through th SUNY processing center it is evauated by Cornell.</p>
<p>I hope that this is less confusing.</p>
<p>Ahhh I understand it now. Thanks! One more question: so is there an advantage for NY residents applying to CALS?</p>
<p>In a word, yes. But you'd better be at the top of your game since the competition among NY Staters for these coveted spots is very, very intense. Most who don't make the cut and have financial considerations tend to wind up at SUNY Binghamton.</p>
<p>I really dont think NY state residents compete for spots in any of the state run schools. it actually is much much easier. i know from my school we have about 10 kids going and other schools on long island have the same numbers. from what I have heard most of the applicants who applied got in. it really helps to be in state and if you are a competitive applicant you most likely wont have a problem. lol its actually a joke in my school that more people go to cornell than any state school.</p>