Ithaca's Colleges & Universities

A Thriving Educational Community

Ithaca, NY is carved by gorges and waterfalls, but it's shaped by Cornell University and Ithaca College. The two institutions fuel the city's rich cultural scene and foster its creative spirit. Combined, the schools bring almost 30,000 students into the community each fall, and with them, PhD's in every field from astrophysics to zoology. The brainpower makes Ithaca a fun-loving, worldly, connected city, and turns the beautiful campuses on East Hill and South Hill into international destinations in their own right.

Visiting Cornell or Ithaca College

If you are thinking of attending either school it is easy to plan a campus tour! Don’t forget to leave plenty of time to dine at one of our Ithaca restaurants or take in a show at the Ithaca College Theatre or Cornell University’s Schwartz Center for Performing Arts.

Have a son or daughter graduating from Ithaca College or Cornell University in the coming year? Rooms fill quickly for Graduation weekends, so be sure to book a room well in advance at one of the local hotels or B&Bs.

Plan an Area Tour

Even if you are not a student, both Ithaca College and Cornell University have much to offer for all visitors to the area. Enjoy many free events, including live music, lectures from world renowned speakers and athletic competitions.

Request a travel guide today to learn more about what this dynamic college town has to offer.