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<p>First of all i would like to thank all of the people that would respond to this post. Second, i would like to say that this is my first time in this forum and that I was not considering Cornell as an option until two days ago[ i dont think I am good enough to get in] but I will be applying RD for COMMUNICATION. So if you could take the time to look at my credentials i would greatly appreciate it.</p>

<p>Male/Hispanic[immigrant]5 yrs. in US.
GPA- 4.133 w. 3.95 u.w[i'm not too sure of uw, i have only received one b in 3 yrs]</p>

<p>Public NJ high school
Rank: 5/446-only latino top 10; second guy!
When i finish sen. yr. i would have taken. 5 Ap's- Bio**, Lit, French, U.S Gov, Chem.
I took about 5 HN courses ,4 my jr. yr, and 1 sph. yr. I wasn't allow to take many HN or GT for my fresh. or soph. yrs. one because my school only offered about 3 for e/a yr. and as an ESL student my fresh. yr and soph. I was recently out of it. [I'm guessing they didnt think i could manage it].</p>

<p>ACT-not stellar
C-28
english-28
reading-28
math-28
science-26
-writing- 10</p>

<p>EC"s</p>

<p>Tennis-9,10,11,12 VArsity 3 years, this year's CAPTAIN
French Honor Society-10,11,12 inducted soph. year. Junior year I was secretary, now President-{huge event of all cultural clubs in march, lost of palining and work, im very involve}
French Club- 9,10,11,12
Newspaper- 9,10,11 editor- Junior year.
Gospel Choir- 11,12- Director of Public Relations-now{we have a huge event almost at the end of the yr. I help alot with the planning and execution}
Photography Club- 10,11,12. President-Junior and Senior
National Honor Society- 11,12
Book Club- 9,10,11
Public Speaking and Debate Club- 10[had some good meets]
Poetry Club- 9,10
Xcountry-10
School play- 9,11,12-{ hard to manage w/ tennis being in the same season}</p>

<p>Awards
Your usual students of the months for various subjects.
Student of the month for the school
Whos who
VArsity Letter
Distinguished Honor Roll
Sports Distinguished Honor Roll</p>

<p>LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK.-honesty is the best policy-THANKSSSSSSSSSSSSS</p>

<p>any scholarships/money i could get?</p>

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<p>It depends on what undergraduate college of Cornell's to which you want to apply. Edit: Right, I forgot. Communications is in CALS.
Also, Cornell does not give out any merit or athletic scholarships - only need-based financial aid.</p>

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<ol>
<li>Get those scores up! They will make you a lot more competitive, providing a more balanced application. The less you give them to worry about, the more they can focus on the unique traits that you possess. </li>
<li>Perhaps provide some focus as to what moves you, in terms of extracurricular activities. Looks like you are big into French and tennis, but I'm not quite sure. You don't want the adcom to view you in the same light. Either in your common app essay or your supplement, I would just reiterate was you are truly passionate about. </li>
<li>Other than that, you look like a great applicant. The best of luck to you!</li>
</ol>

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<p>jvizzle- i do am very involved in the FHS and Tennis, and i would let that show on my app. </p>

<p>now how much do you guys think that URM would help. </p>

<p>and the act's not taking them again. CANNOT get any better than that. Im a pretty bad test-taker. Took me 4 monthns to get that 28. There is no time for me to prepare for the test again.</p>

<p>I appreciate all of your opinions. Please keep posting!</p>

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<p>URM status would definitely help. Because you're ACT scores are right on the edge and everything else seems to be in order, it may even push you over to an acceptance! Keep the hope alive buddy! </p>

<p>"Took me 4 monthns to get that 28. " It might very well be that test-taking is not your strong suit. Perhaps in one of your essays you can work this in, albeit in a low key manner. Although it may not be the highest, it certainly is the best you can do.</p>

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<p>Everything is great, especially your ethnicity (sucky for me, b/c I'm Asian). But only one thing you can do: raise your ACT. And since most of your scores (28, 28, 28, 26) are pretty close together, you can definitely work on them.</p>

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<p>I'm not familiar with the ACT, but I doubt 2 points will really make a huge difference...this kid is a Hispanic immigrant, recently learned English, they'll take that into account when evaluating him. His reading comp/writing skills are pretty good for someone who learned English recently. Other than the ACT, everything else is amazing...just write amazing essays, and get your English teacher to proofread them for you. Good luck!</p>

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<p>thanks to everyone. i feel a bit more confident in applying.</p>

<p>keep posting.... the more the better.</p>

<p>p.s anyone knows ahow does Cornell manages their money? is it a lot of loans, grants, scholarships..etc.</p>

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<p>JPcomm- Your background as a Hispanic immigrant who has recently learned English will be a HUGE factor in the admissions decision. I think that since everything else is so solid and your ACT English/Reading scores aren't bad (especially for someone who learned English a few years ago) you may actually have a good shot at Cornell. The fact that you're not only a URM but also an immigrant who has made the most of his American education will help you tremendously.</p>

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<p>time to bump/ bump/ bump..........</p>

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<p>Hey, your application is quite rock-solid; one of the most exemplary I've seen for Cornell so far. I'm not expert, but I think you have a considerably good chance of getting in, especially considering your ethnicity along with your academic success. My only advice is to try to get your standardized test scores higher if possible, as they seem to be the only obvious weakness in your resume.</p>

<p>But it any case, good luck, and hope for the best!</p>