Cornell transfer Jake Fiegen to visit Villanova

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Jake Fiegen, a transfer from Cornell, is set to visit Villanova as he narrows his options to four schools: Villanova, Northwestern, Virginia, and Vanderbilt. After a positive visit to Northwestern, they are currently seen as the frontrunner for his commitment.

Jake Fiegen, 22, of the Cornell Big Red attempts a free throw during an NCAA men's basketball game at Jadwin Gymnasium in Princeton, United States, on February 13, 2026. (Photo by Dan Squicciarini/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images

Cornell transfer Jake Fiegen plans to take a visit to Villanova.

Fiegen narrowed his list down to four schools — Villanova, Northwestern, Virginia, and Vanderbilt. He visited Northwestern on Monday and the visit reportedly went well. According to Louie Vaccher of On3, the 6-foot-4 guard plans to visit Villanova before making his final decision.

Despite leaving the visit without a commitment, Northwestern feels like the frontrunner for Fiegen. Virginia has also built a strong foundation for the senior.

Fiegen has been an elite shooter over the course of his career. He averaged 17.1 points and 5.1 rebounds this past season while shooting 41.4% from three-point range. He also shot 54.6% from the field. Fiegen has played in 83 games for Cornell, making 45 starts, in three years.

Villanova received commitments from Kwame Evans Jr. and Devin Royal on Monday. Arkansas transfer guard DJ Wagner was also scheduled to visit campus on Tuesday.

Q&A

What schools is Jake Fiegen considering for transfer?

Jake Fiegen is considering Villanova, Northwestern, Virginia, and Vanderbilt for his transfer.

How did Jake Fiegen's visit to Northwestern go?

Jake Fiegen's visit to Northwestern reportedly went well, making them the frontrunner for his commitment.

When is Jake Fiegen visiting Villanova?

Jake Fiegen plans to visit Villanova before making his final decision on where to transfer.