<p>Hi, I'm a junior and I want to go to Cornell University (Architecture).</p>
<p>I am applying to the Summer Program at Cornell University for Architecture, it's a 6 week program, but I was wondering if it'll enhance my chances of being admitted to the University the following fall.</p>
<p>In general, colleges want to see that you are spending your summers being productive and doing something about which you are passionate. Many colleges (not sure about Cornell though) do not factor in “demonstrated interest” into their admission criteria so it may not help you in showing your demonstrated interest. However, it will show your passion for architecture and ambition to go and participate in a program like that. I would definitely recommend that you do it.</p>
<p>If you’re taking an actual course there, and you get an A, it’ll look good.</p>
<p>I agree with other posters. As long as you are wisely going to spend your time, and you succeed, it will look nice. I wouldn’t expect a “boost” in your app @ Cornell exactly for going to their program (unless it’s selective). Good luck and have fun this summer :)</p>
<p>Another thing is, if you become GREAT friends with the professor, you can have him or her write your letter of recommendation. It’d be great to have someone on the inside trying to “recruit” you to the college</p>
<p>If you’re asking whether Cornell’s program specifically will look good to Cornell, the answer is no–not more than any other good summer program. These programs usually have disclaimers that attending does not give any special preference when it comes for admission to the college. On the other hand, pursuing architecture during the summer, whether it be an official program or an internship with a local firm, is great, both for the experience and for admision to an architecture program.</p>
<p>Don’t be fooled. Universities market their summer programs knowing that families and students are hoping for an edge with their particular college. The edge is that the programs tend to be meaningful experiences – but that’s it. Of course, the colleges aren’t dummies either – they’ll take the time to showcase the school in hopes you’ll apply</p>