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Cornell vs Brown

Side-by-side admissions data for Cornell University and Brown University. See which school matches your profile.

MetricCornellBrown
Acceptance Rate7.5%5%
SAT Range (25th-75th)1470–15601500–1570
Average GPA4.074.05
Undergrad Enrollment15,7407,220
TypePrivatePrivate
LocationIthaca, NYProvidence, RI
Founded18651764
Test PolicyRequiredRequired
Need-BlindYesYes
Meets Full NeedYesYes

Which is right for you?

Cornell and Brown weight admissions factors differently. Understanding these differences helps you decide which school better fits your strengths.

LeadershipBrown values this more
Cornell: ImportantBrown: Very important
Activity depthBrown values this more
Cornell: ImportantBrown: Very important
Spike / distinctive talentBrown values this more
Cornell: ImportantBrown: Very important
RecommendationsBrown values this more
Cornell: ImportantBrown: Very important

Cornell

Largest Ivy by undergrad size, with seven distinct undergraduate colleges.

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Brown

Open Curriculum Ivy that lets students design their own academic path.

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Cornell Scattergram

GPA vs SAT for admits and rejects

Brown Scattergram

GPA vs SAT for admits and rejects

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