<p>I am still confused what division I should apply to.
I always thought Engineering was my specialty because I am good at math and science.
However, I now realize that I don't really feel that passionate about Engineering major.
Engineering really compelled me before because I can do whatever I want in the future if I graduate with an engineering degree, and go into a graduate school.
I thought I would just give it a shot whether engineering could really be my specialty.
But now I hear from a lot of people that it will be really tough if its not my thing at the first place..
Also, I figure that engineering department usually requires higher number stats than other departments.</p>
<p>I don't know what kind of department I should apply to.
Choosing the right department would really give me more chance of getting into Cornell..
However, I also want to make sure that whether the department is "right" for me.
I am really confused.. and I need some thoughts and advices.</p>
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<li>It is possible that I would go back to Korea after I graduate from Cornell, and run a business by myself. (management)</li>
<li>I am a typical Asian who's good at math and science, but I also enjoy singing much.</li>
<li>Even though I don't see myself as a future scientist, nano-technology and computer science interest me. I am just afraid that the curriculum might not fit me.</li>
<li>I am really confused and paranoid.</li>
<li>Applying to Cornell as ED</li>
<li>Do you see me as a moderately strong applicant?</li>
<li><p>Some thoughts and advices?</p></li>
<li><p>I really envy you Cornellians! </p></li>
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<p>GPA : A in regular is 4.0, A in honors/AP is 5.0</p>
<p>Note: my class rank is relatively really low because I had to take ESL and essential classes in my freshman year, and regular classes in my sophomore year, and finally I could start taking AP and honors classes in my junior year. My guidance counselor told me that he hasn't ever seen this kind of progress in 10 years. However, I am still worried that the admission office would see my class rank and class rigor as problems.</p>
<p>Freshman (3.8) - I came to the U.S. this year. I couldn't speak English..
Concert Choir A-
ESL A-
ESL US history 2 A
Essential biology A-
Gym A
Plane geometry A
Spanish 1 A-</p>
<p>Sophomore (4.1) (starting to speak English..)
Algebra 2 H A
Chemistry A
Gym A
Choir A-
English1 A-
Spanish 2 A
US history A</p>
<p>Junior (4.77) - speak almost fluently in English
AP Stats A
EMA honors A
English 2 A
Gym A
Spanish 3 H A-
World Civ H A
Physics H A</p>
<p>Senior (4.9 projected)
AP World
AP Lang & Comp
AP Calc BC
AP Physics
Spanish 4 H (Should I skip spanish4 and take AP Spanish if I can?)
English 3 H</p>
<p>My class rank and GPA were as low as they seem since I was unable to take honors classes in those two years. In my freshman year, I first had to adapt to the new environment and learn the languages at the same time. Since I was in Essentials and ESL classes, I had to go up to regular classes first, in order to place myself in higher courses.</p>
<p>As a junior now, I am finally in all honors classes except for my English class. Next year, four APs with two honors.</p>
<p>ECs
Internship at an engineering company 2009
Auditioned Choir 1 (Men)
- performed in various places
Auditioned Choir 2 (Men and Women)
- performed in various places
Solos at concerts
Multicultural Club (Vice President)
FBLA (Vice president)
Stock market club (Vice president)
Chinese Club
Model UN
Tri M - (Music honored group)
-Jazz ensemble
National Honor Society
Science League
Took AMC10 and AMC12
AIME Qualifier
Debate Club JV
Volunteer at nursing home 100+
Teacher Assistant at Korean school 100+
Winter track freshman and sophomore</p>
<p>SAT 2170 Math 800 Reading 680 writing 690 -> I decided to take my forth SAT in October
SAT 2 MATh 2c 790 1c 770 chemistry 780 Physics 680 (retake in Nov?)
TOEFL 110+</p>