<p>Sorry for redundancy, this subject probably appears quite a bit, but I was just wondering if I'd qualify for Cornell. I became interested in a recent fit of college interest, and, of course, recognizing that this is an Ivy college.
Basic information includes my 4.00 (unweighted, 4.66... weighted) GPA with all honors classes. I have also scored a 33 composite on my ACT. My ECs are favorable, though not outstanding by any stretch of the mind due to a lack of athletics barring marching band. Now, here's the slight twist: I have taken zero AP courses and only plan on taking two in my senior year (AP Calculus BC and AP Physics: C). Considering my high school offers quite a few AP classes, I'd say the max AP load is (reasonably) around eight with a small variation of choices throughout (unreasonably... well, people can fit in quite a few classes).<br>
From what I've heard, Cornell is has a very cutthroat admissions process, and high school course load rigor is widely taken into account. Specifically applying for a CS major, would I have a chance? I won't bore you with any complete bio, but judging from the paltry amount of info provided, where do I stand?
Though even if I do get in, expenses are steep, and I'm at that awkward point where my family doesn't often qualify for too much need-based financial aid, yet I cannot afford four straight years of Cornell. Financial aid is, at least by inference, likely difficult is such a high level program. Thoughts? And thank you for your time, I truly appreciate any advice.
EDIT: Aw jeez, I just realized there's a "College Chances" Forum... Sorry if this bothers you, I'd just like advice from attendants of the college...</p>
<p>You should be in the running</p>
<p>that’s a rather impressive score. i have seen people with less impressive records go into cornell.</p>