How much of a chance do you think I have if I re-apply?

Colleges & Universities A-Z Columbia University
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<p>I applied to Columbia last fall RD, but was eventually rejected. </p>

<p>Briefly, these were my stats: 2230 (770 CR, 740 M, 720 W) / 700 Math II / 750 US History
5/5/5/4/3 on my AP tests and quite a few major EC awards. 3.9 UW, 4.4 W on a tough grading scale. </p>

<p>I'm thinking of taking a year off and going to Haiti with a Christian-based group to volunteer. I'm planning on taking another SAT II to balance out my 700 MathII. I also was heavily involved with music in high school but made the mistake of not sending in any supplement in spite of my private teacher's encouragement. If I do re-apply, I might continue my private lessons and send in a recording. </p>

<p>I've heard that acceptance on a second try is unlikely, but I'm just not ready to move on yet...I'll apply ED if I go ahead with the plan.</p>

<p>I do have a friend who took a year off and got into Cornell, but she was waitlisted on her first try. I, however, was downright rejected so I have a little more at stake.</p>

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<p>You should go for it… seriously. Maybe retake SAT I, as the higher score, the higher your chance.
Also, taking a year off to participate in something meaningful to you will make you a more attractive applicant.</p>