Chance Asian for Cornell Engineering who didn't stand out as much as he would like

I would suggest you read the replies to your other thread…which gives you the same info you are asking for here…even though your query is slightly different.

You have good stats (at this point, posting your top stats is more of a humble brag than anything else). Apply and see. Your list (including Cornell) is mostly reach schools…so apply and see. You have as good a chance as anyone else applying.

http://talk.qa.collegeconfidential.com/t/no-good-awards-on-my-common-app/

Regarding your essay…non-profit organizations are probably THE most overdone essay topic out there. Make sure your essay is about YOU.