Cornell Early Decision chance me...

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Ok, so I usually don’t like the chance me threads, but I have to admit, I’m sort of caught up in it now that I have submitted my early decision application to Cornell. Everything I have read says 40/60 but I’m hoping it’s better than that. The wait is killing me so I would appreciate some opinions - because I need more stress in my life (LOL). Thanks!

Here are some details:

Academics:
-Female interested in Biomedical Engineering
-Weighted GPA 4.5/5.0
-Unweighted 3.94/4.0
-ACT 34 Composite
-SAT II Physics 750
-SAT II Math II 780
-Seven AP classes last year and this year, the rest honors

ECs:
-10 years as competitive dancer (solo); qualified for and competed in 8 regional championships and 5 national championships
-Varsity women’s golf team 3 years
-President of German Club
-German Honors Society
-National Honors Society
-A number of state and regional awards for German (for some reason I’m strong in this language even though I’m not native)

Volunteering:
-Founder of unique campaign (leadership) - major fundraiser in support of Meals on Wheels
-Volunteer for Meals on Wheels for 4 years - delivering meals to homebound

Work:
-Dance instructor 4 hours per week for ages 4 - 11 (leadership)
-Dance camp counselor for last 4 years (leadership)
-Paid Intern in Information Technology at large famous non-profit organization in New York City last summer

Other:
-Essays were good IMO. I tied some real life health issues with my desire to help other through biomed. I also visited Cornell twice and even spent time touring the facilities with the Assoc Dean of Biomed.
-Cost is not an issue.

There are a handful of other things but I think that’s probably enough.

Thanks again!

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Good chances especially as a female in biomedical engineering! Good luck!

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Pretty good chance definitely at least 50% or 40/60. It might be better than 40/60 but I think 40/60 is about as good as it gets for anyone as Ivies are a crap shot. Still, you got an intern related to your college and have strong SAT II scores. GPA and ACT are also slightly above average!

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I’m trying to bump this back up. Lot’s of views on this thread but only a couple replies. Sooooo, while I painfully wait a few more weeks for the decision, anyone want to help me pass the time and chance me? I’ll chance you back. :slight_smile:

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I’d say you have about 50-70% chance, maybe even higher because you’re a female pursuing biomed engineering. Your scores are all strong and great GPA. Good extracurriculars too. Best of luck!!

Chance me back??
http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/cornell-university/1933390-chance-me-for-cals-ed-please.html#latest

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I would say you have a very good chance. I would be surprised if you get rejected.