Cost
CLA students pay standard Cornell full-time tuition and the equivalent of current dual-occupancy on-campus housing. Housing arrangements in Los Angeles are provided by the CLA program. Students are responsible for their own food costs, travel to and from Los Angeles, and any personal expenses. Students can apply financial aid toward their participation in the program.
The CLA program covers operational costs, program management, experiential learning opportunities, and other opportunities for CLA throughout the semester.
Cornell in Los Angeles Estimated Costs
| Budget Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Cornell semester tuition, 2026-2027 | $35,633 (Endowed/Out-of-state) $24,005 (State)* |
| Housing fee (estimated) | $6,623* |
| Billable subtotal: | $42,256 (Endowed/Out-of-state) $30,628 (State) |
| Estimated domestic airfare | $800 |
| Estimated meals | $2,800 |
| Estimated local transportation | $400 |
| Estimated spending money | $1,000 |
| Non-billable subtotal: | $5,000 |
| Total: | $47,256 (Endowed/Out-of-state) $35,628 (State) |