Brooks Ready

Congratulations on your admission to the Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy. As you get ready to join the Brooks community, tell the world.
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Course Enrollment
The next step to be #BrooksReady is to select your fall 2023 classes! New student course pre-enrollment will take place July 17th 12:00 PM (Eastern) through July 20th 4:00PM (Eastern). Below is important information on what you should take as a new student at the Brooks School.
First, to ensure you do not miss anything important, be sure to activate your Cornell netid as soon as possible!
All first year students must take the following in their first semester:
- PUBPOL 1111 Building Success at Brooks (1 credit)
This first year advising course will give you the opportunity to meet other Brooks School students and learn how to successfully utilize the resources available here at Cornell. We will auto-enroll you in PUBPOL 1111. - At least one PUBPOL course (3 credits)
To get a start on your public policy studies all new Brooks School students should take at least one 3 credit public policy course. Transfer students must take at least 6 credits of PUBPOL coursework. Be sure to check the prerequisites listed on the course description to verify you have completed prior coursework necessary to join the class.- Health Care Policy (HCP) Students should take PUBPOL 2350 The U.S. Health Care System. We will auto enroll HCP students in PUBPOL 2350.
- Public Policy Students will be auto-enrolled in one 3 credit PUBPOL course, but you are welcome to switch into a different PUBPOL course of your choosing. We recommend taking PUBPOL 2250 Social Problems in the U.S. , PUBPOL 2300 Introduction to Policy Analysis, and/or PUBPOL 2370 Race, Racism and Public Policy.
- A first year writing seminar (3 credits)
Look for any course with an FWS code. All students must complete the first year writing seminar requirement within their first two semesters. Even if you receive AP/IB credit for an FWS, it is recommended you take one in this first term. You need to enroll yourself in an FWS during the pre-enroll period. - ECON 1110 Introduction to Microeconomics (3 credits)
Many of your courses will build upon concepts taught in microeconomics. Thus it is important you take this course during your first semester. If you received a 5 on the AP microeconomics exam or a 7 on the IB microeconomics HL exam, you may be able to waive this course. Please connect with an advisor to see what is right for you. You need to enroll yourself in ECON 1110 during the pre-enroll period. ECON 1001 Principles of Microeconomics Supplement is recommended to support your work in ECON 1110.
Additional Coursework:
To reach the recommended 15 credits you are encouraged to select additional courses that will meet your major requirements. Here are a few ideas depending on your major and goals.
- Pre-med/pre-health students need to take CHEM 2070 General Chemistry I
Completing CHEM 2070 will keep you on track with the pre-med/pre-health chemistry requirements. CHEM 1007 Academic Support for CHEM 2070 is recommended for those in CHEM 2070. - Public Policy Majors are encouraged to take a language course (3-4 Credits)
Public Policy majors are encouraged to complete the language requirement within their first year at Cornell. You can choose any non-English language course. Browse the language page on the courses of study to see the different options available and learn more about language placement exams that will be available in the fall. Placement exams will not meet your language requirement, but will allow you to enroll in the appropriate course for your current skill set. If you are new to the language the placement test is not required, simply enroll in the introductory course.
- Health Care Policy Majors who are not pre-med can choose from several of their other degree requirements. Some courses to consider are:
Transfer Students:
As a transfer student you entered the Brooks School with a unique history of experiences that will be incredibly valuable to your upcoming education. Given that your transfer coursework gave you a jump start on some of the Brooks School requirements, you are strongly encouraged to meet with an academic advisor to discuss your own unique schedule and how to remain on track in course sequencing. To schedule an appointment go to the Cornell Chatter page, select Brooks Office of Enrollment and Student Services, and then select transfer advising.
In general, you should:
- Enroll in at least 12 academic credits (PE and Support courses do not count as academic credits)
- Take a first year writing seminar if you have not completed the requirement with your transfer coursework. The first year seminar must be completed as soon as possible to remain in good academic standing.
- Take ECON 1110 Introduction to Microeconomics and/or PUBPOL 2101 Introduction to Statistics, if you have not already. These are important prerequisites necessary to stay on track with degree requirements.
- Take at least 6 credits of PUBPOL (Public Policy) coursework. Brooks School transfer students are required to take 6 credits of PUBPOL coursework in each of their first two semesters to remain in good academic standing.
Take other courses that meet your Brooks School degree requirements
FAQs:
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact the Brooks Office of Enrollment and Student Services.
Email: brooks-studentservices@cornell.edu
Phone: 607-254-3451