When you apply to a Cornell University Precollege program, you'll be asked to respond to the following prompts.

This statement is an important part of your application, and writing it is good practice for your college application essays. Please be thoughtful about your responses.

Your response should be in English and at a recommended length of 1,000 to 1,500 words with a maximum length of 2,000 words.

Application statement prompts for all students

  • Tell us about the academic area that you are interested in pursuing during the Precollege Studies program.
    • Explain what you are expecting to gain from this course.
    • Describe why you are confident in succeeding in the program.
  • What experience or background are you bringing to the study of your chosen topic?
  • What do you think sets you apart from other applicants to this program?