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Cornell SCE

“… any person … any study”

Cornell was founded as a place where any person could find instruction in any study. Spring, summer, fall, and winter. On campus or online. The School of Continuing Education (SCE) can help you access a Cornell education.

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Precollege Studies

Experience the excitement of college study, work with Cornell instructors, and earn credit while still in high school.

Applications for the residential program are now closed. You can still apply for an online or commuter course until June 2. 

Applications for online or commuter courses that run from mid-July through the end of July are due by June 2, 2026. To learn more about the program and important deadlines, please visit our Precollege Studies Summer Dates & Deadlines page. Don’t miss out on this opportunity. Apply today! 

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Student Experiences

It was an extremely valuable experience… The classes were intellectually engaging and well-structured, and the instructors were supportive and passionate about what they taught. I also appreciated the balance between academic work and opportunities to connect with others… It helped me grow both academically and personally.

— Haley

It’s a great chance to learn from amazing instructors, meet new people, and try something challenging and creative… I learned a lot and felt supported by my teacher and classmates. I’m really grateful I got the chance to be part of it.

— Amelia

I absolutely love Cornell; the campus is beautiful, the education is top-notch and there are so many areas of study… I’ve had such a great time here learning from an amazing professor and meeting lifelong friends!

— Natalie