Chance an underdog?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Cornell University
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<p>Hey everyone! Cornell's Computer Science Program looks very appealing to me. I know I should probably choose a school in New York City or Chicago if I want to work in the investments and securities industry, but I really like Cornell so far based on what I have seen and heard (and I am trying to visit ASAP). I do not match a lot of those elite profiles, but I would like you all to chance me. Thanks in advance for your time and do your best :).</p>

<p>Academic---</p>

<p>Unweighted GPA: 3.7/4.0
Weighted GPA: 4.15-4.23
Class Rank: Top 4-7% of Class
SAT Score: Try 1: 2080, Try 2: 2250, Superscore: 2300
School Type: Suburban, Diverse, Public NJ</p>

<p>As of Junior Year: taken 6 AP classes and 9 Honors classes (covering all the academic subjects, some electives, and 1 world language [world language honors starts at level 4] )</p>

<p>Senior Year Schedule: 5-6 AP classes</p>

<p>Subject Tests (Estimate):</p>

<p>Math: 780-800
Biology: 740-780
US History/Literature: 740-780</p>

<p>Extracurricular---</p>

<p>-Eagle Scout Candidate (Project to finish by October-November)
-President of a Science related club (one of the largest student organizations in the district, if not the largest)
-Captain of Debate Team (Varsity)
-Held multiple leadership positions in Boy Scouts since 9th grade (6-month terms, the highest position being equivalent to Vice President)
-DECA awards at State and Regional Level
-Science Olympiad Medals at Regional Level</p>

<p>Volunteer Work---</p>

<p>-Volunteer at an after school program
-Volunteer at School Library
-Volunteer at local elementary/middle school science fair multiple years (two years as a mentor included)
-Summer Volunteer at County Library summer before 9th-11th grade
-Total Volunteer Hours: 280-350</p>

<p>Other/Misc./Experience---</p>

<p>-Worked full-time in the summer after junior year as an intern in a local firm helping to develop some innovative financial software</p>

<p>Recommendations/Referrals (Estimate)---</p>

<p>Recommendation 1- 9/10
Recommendation 2- 8/10
Counselor Recommendation- 8/10</p>

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<p>Underdog??? Hahahaaha you’re perfect</p>

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<p>@Marrissa‌<br>
Didn’t you really mean to say the OP has a profile that Cornell will at least consider (along with numerous peers)?</p>

<p>Even the adcoms can’t tell you if you’re application will get you in.</p>

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<p>@jpm50 that’s exactly what I meant to say</p>

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<p>Thanks! That is pretty reassuring. Anyone else have stuff to say about chances?</p>

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<p>Honestly, I had really similar stats as you after high school. Same gpa, same SAT, lots of extracurriculars (bio and chem national Olympiad semi finals) , Eagle Scout, tons of volunteering. I got straight up rejected. Not even wait listed. Guess your situation, recs, and essays might be different though. </p>

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<p>Wow. Thanks for the honest answer Scarlatti.</p>

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<p>If you’re going into computer science, you’re probably looking to apply to Cornell’s engineering school which is probably the toughest branch of Cornell to get in to. Your stats and ECs are good but I know plenty of qualified people rejected from Cornell engineering! However, I definitely would encourage you to visit and apply! Once you visit ithaca, I bet you will fall in love and realize it is so much better than NYC or Chicago. </p>

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<p>This belongs in the What Are My Chances forum.</p>