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Cornell College (Cornell College) · Mount Vernon, Iowa · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate80%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate62%finish within six years
Undergraduates1,094Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty14 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Cornell College Football coaches

Coaches at Cornell College who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Cornell College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Midwest Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
cornellrams.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1120–1285
ACTMiddle 50%: 23–30

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

Anthropology, OtherApplied PsychologyApplied Statistics, GeneralArt History, Criticism and ConservationArt/Art Studies, GeneralBehavioral NeuroscienceBiology/Biological Sciences, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
14 : 1
Graduation rate
62% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$51,970
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$25,850
Campus

Where it is

Cornell College in Mount Vernon.

Location
Mount Vernon, Iowa
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
United Methodist
Time zone
Central
Website
cornellcollege.edu
Overview

About Cornell College Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Curt Ritchie, the Head Coach, leads the Cornell College Football staff of 7 coaches, verified June 2026. Cornell College (Cornell College) competes in NCAA Division III Football as a member of the Midwest Conference. Cornell College is a small private school in Mount Vernon, Iowa with 1,094 undergraduates, a 80% acceptance rate and an average net price of $25,850 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Cornell College Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Curt Ritchie, the Head Coach and Graeson Trevino, the Assistant Coach - Defensive Line. Cornell College has 7 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Curt can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Cornell College typically score 1120–1285 on the SAT and 23–30 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Cornell College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

Cornell College Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Cornell College D3?

Yes. Cornell College competes in NCAA Division III Football, in the Midwest Conference.

Is Cornell College public or private?

Cornell College is a private nonprofit school in Mount Vernon, Iowa.

What conference is Cornell College Football in?

The Midwest Conference.

Does Cornell College offer athletic scholarships for Football?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Cornell College Football have?

7 coaches, led by Curt Ritchie, the Head Coach.

How much does Cornell College cost?

In-state tuition is $51,970 and out-of-state tuition is $51,970 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,850.

What is the Cornell College acceptance rate?

80% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Cornell College?

Admitted students typically score 1120–1285 on the SAT and 23–30 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Cornell College Football coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified June 2026