Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How can I locate a Cornell graduate?
A. If you are a Cornell graduate, you should begin your search at the Online Alumni Directory. If you are not a Cornell alumnus, or if the person you seek is not listed in the directory, you have two other options.

Q. How can I find information about a deceased Cornell graduate?
A. Contact the University Archivist.

Q. I want to register for the Cornell Alumni Directory. How can I obtain my Cornell registration number?
A. Send an e-mail containing your name and year of graduation.

Q. I have registered for the Cornell Alumni Directory, but cannot remember my username or password. How can I obtain them?
A.Send an e-mail to the directory publisher.

Q. How can I obtain a copy of my transcript or diploma?
A. At the University Registrar you can order a transcript on-line, or obtain a replacement diploma.

Q. How can I update my contact information?
Visit the Online Alumni Directory or send an e-mail.

Q. How can I find Cornellians in my area?
A. Join a Cornell Club in the United States or abroad.

Q. How can I help provide annual support for Cornell?
A. Make a gift to the Cornell Fund.

Q. Where can I learn more about Cornell’s current fundraising priorities?
A. Cornell’s top priorities currently include the New Life Sciences Initiative, the Residential Initiative, and Celebrate Cornell Faculty.

Q. How can I report the death of a Cornell graduate?
A. Send an e-mail to Alumni Affairs.

Q. How can I locate a member of the Cornell faculty or staff?
A. Check the university’s electronic directory.

Q. How can I certify someone’s enrollment, attendance or graduation from Cornell?
A. Contact the University Registrar.

Q. Can I purchase Cornell merchandise online?
A. Sure, just visit the Web site of the Cornell Store.

Q. Can alumni obtain health insurance through Cornell?
A. Unfortunately no.

Q. Is there a job bank for Cornell alumni?
A. Visit the Cornell Career Services Web site.

Q. Do alumni have access to University Library services?
A. Yes. Visit the Library’s page for alumni and friends.

Q. Where can I find information about attending Cornell?
A. You can learn about Undergraduate or Graduate Admissions at their Web sites.

Q. How can I submit a suggestion for improving the alumni.cornell Web site?
A.Send an e-mail to the alumni Webmaster.

Q. I have a question not answered here.
A.Send an e-mail to Alumni Affairs.

Q. How can I get a Cornell e-mail account?
A. Cornell does not offer e-mail accounts to alumni.. However, you can use our free e-mail forwarding service.

Q.What portion of my class dues is tax deductible?
A.You may deduct the cost of your class dues minus the value of your subscription to Cornell Alumni Magazine.

For example, if your class dues are $40 (with the magazine subscription), and $29 is the value of the magazine subscription, you may claim the remaining $11 as tax deductible. Please note that both annual duesand the subscription rate for Cornell Alumni Magazine vary by class year. For the most accurate information, contact your class officers.