International Non-degree Study Pre-application

This pre-application form is intended for Non-degree Study international students needing an F1 student visa. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will be directed to complete the full application. Early access to the full application provides more time for visa procurement after application submission. Learn more about visa requirements and documents.

Please note:

An I-20 will not be completed until you have submitted all required application materials and have received a decision of admission.
You cannot attend on a tourist visa (B1/B2).
If you already have a valid visa from another U.S. institution, it may be possible to transfer your SEVIS record to Cornell. Please contact us to discuss your situation further.
If you do not need an F-1 visa, you may register as a Visiting Student/General Registrant.

I am a/an *

Entry Term

Biographical Information

First Name

Last Name

Birthdate

Contact Information

Email Address

Mobile Phone Number

Citizenship Information

Primary Citizenship

Dual Citizenship (if applicable)

Permanent Resident of the U.S.

Yes

Since you are a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident, you do not need a student visa. Please register as a Visiting Student/General Registrant after the general registration period opens. See Academic Calendar.

As an international student, you must obtain an F-1 student visa to participate in Cornell University Non-degree Study; you cannot attend on a tourist visa (B1/B2). Learn more about visa requirements and documents.

If you already have a valid visa from another U.S. institution, it may be possible to transfer your SEVIS record to Cornell. Please contact us to discuss your situation further.

Based on this information, will you need a visa?

Yes

Since you do not need a visa, you must register as a Visiting Student/General Registrant after the general registration period opens. See Academic Calendar.

Please submit this form to proceed.