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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 by the due date of the bill to avoid finance charges and enrollment holds. 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. To log in you will use your Net ID and password. If you are not paying your bill yourself, you are responsible for inviting other users/payers on your Cashnet account.
  • The Cornell Installment Plan allows you to pay your tuition in monthly installments. 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? Please be aware that the United States Department of Homeland Security requires that all new employees (including students) complete the Form I-9 within 72 hours of employment. Federal regulations require that you present original, unexpired documents to verify your identity and employment authorization to work in the United States (copies are not allowed). Review the list of acceptable documents. International students may have additional documentation requirements. Contact the Student Employment Office if you have questions.

Other Financial Services

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