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Please note that some items (CornellCard, dining/meal plan, fitness center, Gorge Safety, housing options, and transit/parking) are Ithaca campus based. Please disregard/mark as complete as the To Do List allows.
Items are required unless noted otherwise. Expand an item for more detail. Deadlines and requirements on this list may vary for students in special programs or alternate locations.
Your Cornell NetID is a unique electronic identifier that, when combined with a password, provides secure access to your Cornell email and other non-public Cornell resources and information.
Cornell provides additional security protection for personal data by requiring Two-Step Login to access important online resources, including Student Essentials, Canvas, and Student Center. Two-Step Login is a two-factor authentication service that prevents the use of stolen Cornell passwords by requiring confirmation from something a third party doesn't have, such as your phone or another device. Because some tasks you need to complete before arriving on campus will require Two-Step Login, enroll during the NetID activation process.
Cornell also recommends the following before you arrive on campus:
Access the housing application at Apply for Housing on Campus.
In addition to the traditional meal plans and debit plans, be sure to check out City Bucks - a pre-paid, declining balance account accessed through your Cornell Student ID Card that eliminates the need to carry cash at many off-campus locations.
If you have a current, working Student ID Card, you do not need to get a new one. Once we create a new card for you, your current card will stop working.
Depending on your relationship to the university and the services that you sign up for, your ID card can also be used as an electronic door key and to access a variety of functions and facilities on campus, including athletic events, CornellCard charges, dining units, fitness centers, libraries, and transportation services.
Submit as soon as possible so your ID card will be printed and ready at the beginning of the semester.
Submit an official, final transcript of your undergraduate degree to the Graduate School Admissions office with the degree marked as conferred or awarded.
The final deadline to complete this requirement is October 1. Submit your documents earlier to avoid Spring registration and enrollment delays. Detailed instructions on how to submit your documents can be found on our Transcript Requirements web page.
Meeting your New Student Health Requirements involves submitting health history information and documentation of required immunizations. Some students are required to have a physical exam.
This process can take several weeks to complete. Plan ahead to meet the June 12 submission deadline.
Your status on the To Do List will remain "incomplete" until your information has been:
If we discover problems with any of your forms or submissions, you will receive an email directing you to view a secure message in myCornellHealth.
If you are unable to meet your health requirements before coming to Cornell, you must contact Cornell Health's Requirements Office as soon as possible to make a plan for meeting your requirements as soon as you get to campus. See instructions here.
Failure to come into compliance with Cornell's New Student Health Requirements will result in progressive penalties, culminating in withdrawal from the university.
Students with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify with Student Disability Services (SDS) and request accommodations and services as needed. Students with a broad range of conditions such as medical and mental health conditions, learning disabilities, ADHD, Autism, and sensory disabilities use our services to address their access needs.
Questions? Call SDS at (607) 254-4545 or visit our website: sds.cornell.edu.
Cornell Fitness Centers (CFC) offer fun, stress-relieving, safe, convenient, and enjoyable exercise programs with five centers located around campus that provide an extensive variety of cardio and weight equipment. CFC's Group Fitness Membership includes more than 60 group exercise classes each week for members.
Cornell requires that all active students have health insurance that provides access to comprehensive care.
You may still log in to Gallagher Student Health to:
Financial institutions, including the financial departments of colleges and universities, are required by federal laws to be transparent with their policies/procedures and requirements. Our goal is to help students to understand the cost of their education and their financial responsibilities, as well as Cornell's financial policies and expectations for payment. For this reason, all Cornell students are required to accept the Financial Responsibility Agreement when they first register at Cornell. Signing this agreement is your acknowledgement of your financial obligations related to enrolling in classes, and your understanding of the potential consequences that may result if you fail to meet your obligations. You have not submitted your Financial Responsibility Agreement. Complete this required form as soon as possible. Access form: Financial Responsibility Agreement
The CornellCard account is an optional service that allows you to make purchases on the Ithaca campus by presenting your Student ID Card. This service can help you manage your day-to-day expenses. Access form: Apply for CornellCard (NetID required)
The Cornell Installment Plan (CIP), also known as the Full Service Payment Plan (FSPP), is administered by Transact Payments powered by CASHNet. FSPP allows you to pay your tuition and fees in interest-free increments over a 5 month period, August-December 7th. Using the installment plan may help you borrow less. For more information or to enroll in the CIP, visit Cornell Installment Plan.
Bursar student refunds and university stipends (financial aid) can be issued electronically. Students must enter their U.S. banking information and manage their account through Nelnet Business Services.
For more information including a complete bill schedule, visit the Bursar website.
If you have not yet completed this course, do so now to avoid non-compliance.
Contact the Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at titleix@cornell.edu or (607) 255-2242 for additional information regarding required course completion.
The course will take approximately 30-40 minutes to complete. The program must be completed in its entirety. Participants are required to pass a quiz at the end of the course. Sign in to the To Do List to access your link to the course.
If you have a disability and are having trouble accessing the course information or need the course's materials in an alternate format, contact web-accessibility@cornell.edu for assistance.
If you have any questions regarding course content, contact the Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at titleix@cornell.edu or (607) 255-2242. To learn more about procedures, resources and reporting at Cornell visit titleix.cornell.edu.
The scenario-based videos you will watch are fictionalized and not based on specific incidents or real persons. Although this training does not include graphic language or images, we recognize that the subject matter may be troubling or upsetting for some learners. We encourage you to exercise self-care, which may include contacting the resources at share.cornell.edu. If you find yourself unable to complete the training, please email titleix@cornell.edu.
It may take up to a week after you have submitted your enrollment deposit before you are able to log in to Canvas.
The Office of Spirituality and Meaning-Making (OSMM) partners with Cornell United Religious Work (CURW) to support the spiritual wellbeing and ethical lives of students. Wherever you are on your journey, whether religious or nonreligious, you are welcome to connect with our programs and communities.
Our multifaith community includes over 50 student organizations and over 50 affiliated chaplains and spiritual leaders. We offer opportunities for worship, spiritual practice, individual support, community service, deep conversations, interfaith friendship, and more!
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Ithaca's gorges are beautiful, but dangerous, too. Take a few minutes to watch this video on safe and responsible use of the gorges. Two gorges run through the Cornell campus. While the water in the creeks is alluring, it is deceptively treacherous. In this video, you will learn about the dangers you can't see, and ways to safely explore and enjoy the gorges and natural areas at Cornell and nearby.
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You did not complete the Introduction to the Student Code of Conduct requirement.
Self-enroll in the course The Student Code of Conduct to read and review three brief Canvas modules on the Student Code of Conduct, the Code and Alcohol and Other Drugs, and Recognizing and Reporting Hazing and complete an attestation at the end of the modules. Sign in to the To Do List to access the link to Canvas. This was due August 19. Please contact studentconduct@cornell.edu if you have issues accessing the course.
It may take up to a week after you have submitted your enrollment deposit before you are able to log in to Canvas.
Transit Access: Fall entrant New-to-Cornell students automatically receive free, unlimited-ride TCAT bus privileges until August 31, 2025. No need to submit a form. Students must use their Student ID Card at the fare box and remain registered to access this privilege.
Vehicle Registration and/or Parking Permits: Parking on the Ithaca campus is extremely limited. Students are strongly encouraged to leave the vehicle home and rely on public transit service provided by TCAT. Students must register their vehicle (required; free) and purchase a parking permit (optional; price varies) for their residential area or a commuter lot prior to their arrival. When permits sell out, parking options will be limited to short-term paid parking.
Bikes: Bicycle registration (free) is mandatory if you ride or store a bike on the Ithaca campus.