Cornell University: Yellow Ribbon Benefits For Veterans

Cornell University provides unlimited Yellow Ribbon spots, making this Ivy League school with top engineering and hospitality programs free for veterans.

School Overview

Location Ithaca, New York
Type Private/Public Land-Grant (Ivy League)
Total Enrollment 25,000+
Student-Faculty Ratio 9:1
Acceptance Rate 7%
US News Ranking #12 National Universities

Tuition & Costs (2024-2025)

Annual Tuition $65,204
Room & Board $17,650
Total Cost of Attendance $82,854

Yellow Ribbon Benefits

Number of Spots Unlimited
Veteran’s Out-of-Pocket Cost $0 for tuition

GI Bill Housing Allowance

  • Monthly BAH Rate: $1,614/month
  • Annual Housing Benefit: $14,526 (9 months)

Total 4-Year Benefit Value: $320,000+

Notable Programs

  • College of Engineering – Top-10 engineering school
  • School of Hotel Administration – #1 hospitality program worldwide
  • Johnson Graduate School of Management – Top MBA
  • Law School – Top-15 law school
  • College of Agriculture and Life Sciences – Unique programs

Official Website: cornell.edu

Jason Michael

Jason Michael

Author & Expert

Jason Michael is a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel and military pilot with over 20 years of service. After his military career, Jason dedicated himself to helping fellow veterans navigate the complexities of higher education benefits. He founded Veteran School Directory to provide comprehensive, accurate information about GI Bill benefits, Yellow Ribbon programs, and veteran-friendly schools. Jason holds a Master's degree in Financial Planning and is passionate about ensuring every veteran has access to the educational opportunities they've earned through their service.

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