<p>So I want to apply to for example Cornell into either CAS/CALS for a Computer Science or Information Science major. I really think this is going to be my career field as i'm way too interested in computers to not to. I also want a taste of other courses and such, that's why I don't plan on applying to the school of engineering.</p>
<p>BUT</p>
<p>The thing is most of my extracurriculars are around music and i've dedicated all my high school career to music.</p>
<p>Now I don't know if this would show bad that I haven't done anything related to technology (other than taking a cisco technology class in school all four years).</p>
<p>Now in the Cornell supplement, it asks me to write an essay why I chose the major I did, and I seriously don't know how to support my interest</p>
<p>This may or may not be helpful, but I think it could be really cool to write an essay connecting music to your interest in technology. It’s usually overlooked, but the arts and technology do cross over a lot. The mechanics of instruments, sheet music, etc. Hopefully that might spark an idea or two 
Also talk a bit on how you would like to explore other courses, since that seems to be a major reason you chose that particular college. </p>
<p>I’m planning to major in art, but I spoke extensively on and mentioned a few times about my love for marching band. </p>
<p>Oh, and stay away from chiches like the plague. For instance the whole “I’ve been taking apart computers since I was 8” thing they probably get a lot.</p>
<p>If I were you, I would apply to CAS with CALS as a secondary. CAS will love to see that you have a diversity of interests, and I don’t think a lack of extracurriculars in your intended field is necessarily a bad thing. I mean if you were to be a music major and never did anything related to music, they might be skeptical, but computer science is another thing. For the supplement, do you have any personal anecdotes having to do with computer science? This is usually a strong way to start one of these essays. Then your describe how your passion has evolved etc etc.</p>
<p>Thanks guys, it was really helpful, and if others have their opinions, I would be glad to hear.</p>
<p>@Alpha, Well, I was in a Cisco (computer networking class) for mainly all four years of high school in a CTE (career and technical education) sequence. But that’s basically my only experience that I can write about. But other than that, my love for computer only comes personally from the research I do about it at home. I studied MIT Opencourseware courses on computer science (i think it was introduction to Computer science? lol). But those I don’t think are EC’s so I wouldn’t put them in the application. I certainly would say I know more about computers than the average bloke in my high school though but lol who cares about that :/</p>
<p>Also, i’m from NY, so I thought Cals would have been easier for me financially (not that it matters, cause my income is too low for my family to pay any EFC, since it’s around 30,000 a year or so) as it’s a land-grant college, plus that it accepts more NY-ers.</p>
<p>Last bump for any more ideas, help, and suggestions.</p>
<p>I agree with the above posters’ advice. I think CAS might be a better fit given the variety of your interests. Plus with CAS, if you want to switch majors or take a bunch of unrelated classes, it’s very easy. I also agree that an effective essay could tie your passion for music with your interest in computers. That’s not to say there aren’t potentially better essay options for you out there, but that suggestion seems wise to me if you feel comfortable with that topic. Keep in mind, Cornell doesn’t necessarily expect you to know computers already (otherwise why would you need the education), but they do want to see that you are headed in the right direction.</p>
<p>Thanks mikeyc765! I find all this helpful and giving me ideas for things even outside Cornell (Although it’s my #1 choice, not everyone who loves it gets in).</p>