12 Iconic College Stadiums That Are Older Than the NFL

9. Cornell's Schoellkopf Field (1915)

Built in 1915, Schoellkopf Field is one of the most historic stadiums in the Ivy League and home to Cornell University football. Named after benefactor Jacob Schoellkopf, the stadium has been at the center of some of the most important moments in Ivy League history. Its famous crescent-shaped grandstand, which still stands today, was considered an architectural feat in early 20th-century stadium design. Schoellkopf Field was the site of numerous historic games, including Cornell’s 1939 "Fifth Down Game" against Dartmouth—one of the most talked-about moments in college football history. Despite its age, the stadium remains an active part of the college football landscape, symbolizing the early days of the sport when Ivy League teams dominated the game.