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ILR’s unique, interdisciplinary curriculum prepares you for careers in business, law, politics, public service and many other fields. Study a broad range of issues critical to every organization, such as leadership, negotiations and policies affecting work and workers. At ILR, you can tailor the curriculum to your interests.
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Undergraduate Admissions
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One major, endless possibilities
Tuition and Aid
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Financial aid
Approximately 50% of Cornell's undergraduate students receive aid. Financial aid is awarded solely based on demonstrated financial need, and our policies reflect our commitment to helping students and their families afford a Cornell education. We offer need-blind admission for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and students with DACA status. For these students, the following aid-initiatives help ensure that Cornell is an affordable option:
Student Experience
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ILR is home to over 1,000 undergraduate students, 60 teaching faculty, and 170 distinctive courses offered in six departments. Students develop a solid background in the liberal arts and social sciences with required courses in management, economics, psychology, history, law, government, and statistics.
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Student Spotlights
A social justice focus
Amber Aspinall '17
public policy / social justice
A social justice focus
A focus on labor relations and worker's rights
Lawrence Goun '15
worker's rights / health
A focus on labor relations and worker's rights
Pursuing a career in government
Connor Riser '16
government / education
Pursuing a career in government
Combining interests in journalism and sports
Haley Velasco '15
journalism / sports
Combining interests in journalism and sports