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Cornell University

Student & Campus Life

Finances

The Office of the Bursar serves as the university's primary hub for managing student-related financial matters, encompassing tuition, fees and related expenses. 

Tuition & Payment

Tuition expenses are billed in early July (fall semester) and January (spring semester). All financial accounts including current semester tuition and fees are due before registration for that semester can be permitted. Monthly statements include new charges and credits for both the Bursar and CornellCard accounts. Learn more about payment options.

  • Bursar Billing: The university sends monthly e-bills, including current semester tuition, electronically via Cashnet. In order to review your account or let other users/payers, including your parents, view your account and receive monthly statements, you must invite them.  
  • The Cornell Installment Plan allows you to pay your tuition in regular increments. Using the installment plan may help you borrow less and manage your cash flow.
  • The Tuition Refund Plan is an elective insurance plan. It is designed to protect you from the loss of tuition should you find it necessary to withdraw from the university because of an illness, accident, or for other medical reasons.
  • Your student refunds can be deposited directly. Enter your US banking information through the secure Cornell student refund system.

Financial Aid, Fellowships & Student Employment

Explore the links below for your school's financial aid information:

Planning to work? 

The United States Department of Homeland Security requires that all new employees (including students) complete a Form I-9 by their third day of employment. The Form I-9, which is completed in Workday after you’re hired, establishes your identity and employment authorization in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents that establish identity and employment authorization, please visit Form I-9 Acceptable Documents. Please note that International students may have additional documentation requirements. Contact Student Employment if you have questions.

Other Financial Services

  • CornellCard is a service that allows you to make purchases using your Cornell ID card on the Ithaca campus.
  • Local Banking – There are several banks on or near the Cornell campus to assist students with their banking needs.