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Cornell vs Michigan

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

MetricCornellMichigan
Acceptance Rate7.5%17.7%
SAT Range (25th-75th)1470–15601340–1530
Average GPA4.073.90
Undergrad Enrollment15,74032,600
TypePrivatePublic
LocationIthaca, NYAnn Arbor, MI
Founded18651817
Test PolicyRequiredTest-Optional
Need-BlindYesNo
Meets Full NeedYesNo

Which is right for you?

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

Spike / distinctive talentCornell values this more
Cornell: ImportantMichigan: Considered
Application essaysCornell values this more
Cornell: Very importantMichigan: Important

Cornell

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

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Michigan

Big Ten flagship with a top business school (Ross) and strong everything else.

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Cornell Scattergram

GPA vs SAT for admits and rejects

Michigan Scattergram

GPA vs SAT for admits and rejects

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