Do i have any hope of getting in?

Colleges and Universities A-Z Cornell University
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<p>I want to get into the Cornell college of Arts and Sciences. I'm applying RD, my stats are:</p>

<p>SAT: 1370 (710M/660V)
Taking SATII: Math iic,writing,chemistry in Dec.
GPA: 3.38 (177/379)
Took the most challenging courses
bad EC's:
4 years varsity tennis
Tutored elementary kids
Physics club
band 9th, 10th
Summer volunteer work
DECA</p>

<p>So, what do you think my chances are (in percentages)? Be honest. Thanks.</p>

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<p>always have a chance.</p>

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<p>i dont think you have much of a chance with those grades and that rank! How were you APs.... maybe that can atone. Anyway, check out the thread about the girls in Cornell; Rumor has it that they're not ho; Maybe you should apply elsewhere. :)</p>

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<p>It's going to be really tough for you. Sorry.</p>

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<p>Thanks for replying. What if i do really well on my SAT II chem test, say 750+, will that improve my chances any? I am planning to major in biochemistry.</p>

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<p>i think it'll help but not as much as u think it will, a 750+ is about 88% and above... there's still 12% that are better, and seeing as how good their biochem program is, lots of 800 are most likely applying as well :( sorry</p>

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<p>Your rank is going to hurt you A LOT. Do you go to a really competitive school?</p>

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<p>My school is not really that competitive, but it is probably a top public school in Washington. We always send lots of kids to the ivies and always has lots of national merit scholarship semifinalists.</p>

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<p>don't let what people say here discourage you, there are ALWAYS exceptions. Write good essays, and try to get good recommendations. Good luck!</p>

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<p>good luck.. although I don't think you have that much of a chance</p>

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<p>Agreed. Sorry man. My advice is if you want to be cornell more than anything, you are going to have to transfer in after getting great (3.6+) grades in college.</p>

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<p>Damn, thanks for the replies.</p>

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<p>The backdoor in is to go to a good LAC and do really well for 2 years and then transfer in to Cornell.</p>

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<p>Although your stats are lower than most applicants, there are always exceptions if you have what they're looking for. You might as well just apply, it can't hurt.</p>

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<p>All I have to say is...you never know. Your rank might really hurt you, but if you fill a niche that cornell is looking for, you just might get in. I'm not trying to say that your chances are fabulous, but don't rule it out just yet...</p>