Apply to the Summer Commuter Program

Admissions decisions for the Cornell University Precollege Summer Commuter Program are made on a rolling basis, which means that we will review and act on complete applications as they are received.

Because most of our programs fill before the deadline, we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

Enrollment is a two-step process

1. You will apply to the Precollege Studies program.
2. If accepted, you and your parent/guardian will select your specific course(s) for enrollment, submit program payment, and complete required forms.

Before you begin

• Confirm the application deadlines for your session.
  Note that we can only review complete applications. This means you must submit your application and all required documents below before the deadlines listed.
• Review the eligibility information, including the requirement that you must live near campus or plan to stay in the Ithaca area with your parent/guardian during your course.
  (On-campus housing is not available to commuter students. If you wish to live on campus during the summer and take part in precollege activities, please apply to the Summer Residential Program.)
• International students: Please see the additional steps for international applicants.

To apply

1. Create an account

Applications for the Summer 2026 Commuter Program will open on January 12, 2026, at which time you will be able to create your account.

2. Complete your application form

• Submit an application statement
  

  Enter your response to the application statement in English.

• Upload copies of the following documents, with any social security and account numbers removed or blacked out:
  
  • Complete high school transcript
  • Your most current grade report
  • One teacher or counselor recommendation
  • International students: Your most recent English Language Proficiency scores if required. See English Language Proficiency requirements.
• Pay your application fee
  

  A nonrefundable fee of $75 must be paid in our secure online system when you submit your application.

3. Check your online account

After you submit your application, you will receive an email with instructions for logging into your online account to

• Check the status of your application
• Upload additional materials (if required)
• View your admissions decision when available

Admissions decisions are usually made within two weeks of receiving your complete application.