Last Updated on August 8, 2022 by Team College Learners

While taking online courses at cornell online course can be extremely useful, students may face a number of possible challenges. These are some suggestions and tips that I have used to help me conquer those challenges and succeed in my online courses. Taking an online course doesn’t have to be a drawn-out and agonizing process. Cornell University takes a laid-back approach for it’s online courses. Learn about free and paid options for taking your first or next class.

Online LearningTake regular Cornell courses online, study with university faculty, and earn up to 18 credits

Online course updates

Please visit the following pages for information about studying online at this time:

Cornell’s coronavirus information for students
Cornell SCE’s online learning FAQs
IT@Cornell’s options for poor Wi-Fi or cellular service and tools for remote learning
Learning Strategy Center resources to support learning during COVID-19 and remote learning preparedness checklist
Center for Teaching Innovation’s resources to help students use Canvas
Updates about Cornell University Library Services
Student Disability Services COVID-19 updates

Online Learning

Courses offered year-round
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Earn Cornell credits online

Through online learning you can take regular Cornell courses, study with university faculty, and earn credits from anywhere with an internet connection.

Most online courses are delivered via the web-based learning system Canvas. You’ll complete your assignments within a scheduled time frame, but some courses may offer you the option of getting a head start on your classwork. Generally, you’ll interact with the instructor and other students via email, discussion boards, interactive chat rooms, video conferences, and/or phone. (Read more about selecting online courses.)

The grades and credits you earn will be recorded on an official Cornell transcript and are generally transferable toward a degree at Cornell or elsewhere—but always check with your school or institution.

Read about Summer Session and view summer online courses
Read about Winter Session and view winter online courses
Read about Fall/Spring part-time study and view Fall 2021 courses and Spring 2022 courses

For additional Cornell online offerings, including MOOCs, webinars, and certificate programs, see Cornell Online and eCornell.

High school students

Visit our precollege studies site for online course options.Online Learning FAQs Professional development resourcesOnline Learning

Courses offered year-round
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Open admissions
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Earn credits &
an official Cornell transcript
$1,620/credit hour
See tuition & aid
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Top 5 reasons to take online classes at Cornell

Earn credit and a Cornell transcript from anywhere
Work closely with Cornell faculty
Choose from dozens of regular university courses
Fulfill requirements, lighten your course load, or explore a new interest
Take advantage of flexible study schedules

Faculty

As an online student, you’ll interact closely with world-class faculty and study alongside Cornell undergraduate and graduate students. This diverse population is here to help you push yourself and your ideas further than you could ever push them on your own.

Student experiences

“Online learning offers students around the world a unique opportunity to take part in higher education through Cornell University. The program was very helpful, well-organized, and structured.”Brian Cornell

“The online-learning format is so flexible. It lets you go about your normal life on break and do the lectures/coursework whenever you want, morning or night.”Therese Busch

CORNELL CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS

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CORNELL EDUCATION. ONLINE INNOVATION.

eCornell, Cornell University’s external education unit, provides online professional and executive development to students around the world. The certificate programs are personally developed by Cornell faculty with expertise in a wide range of topics, including leadership and management, marketing and technology, human resources, healthcare, hospitality and more. Students learn in an interactive, small cohort format to gain skills they can immediately apply in their organizations and earn an Executive Certificate from Cornell University. Explore below to find the online certificate program that’s right for you.