<p>Hi!
Like some of the prestige-whores on this forum, my parents won't let me apply to cornell ED.
I really, really, really, really, really want to go.
SO BAD!</p>
<p>But they won't let me.
Why? Because I should be "trying" for places like Princeton.
I absolutely refuse to apply to Princeton. Plus, I couldn't even get in. Trust me. I couldn't. </p>
<p>Basically, Cornell isn't prestigious enough for them.
Which doesn't even make sense because they both went to schools that actually ARE far less prestigious than cornell.
Anyway, how in the world can I convince them that cornell is prestigious enough? I've already explained to them that I want to apply ED and why. They agree with my reasons, but seem to think that WE are going to college. not me. </p>
<p>If it’s a matter of money, then there’s only so much you can do. If they want to compare FA, then it’s their money, but if they don’t care how much it costs, then maybe you should just take matters into your own hands.</p>
<p>If you don’t let them butt in your business, you can always “accidentally” check that ED box and somehow get your application all in before the deadline. Haha.</p>
<p>In the greater scheme of things, this decision lies with you. It is your future that is being made and not your parents. As well, like ZFanatic said, you can always go against what they’re telling you and just go ahead and check off that box.</p>
<p>Agreed…if it’s a money issue, then ED might not be the best option. If money isn’t a concern, then, assuming you’ve thought everything through, there’s no reason not to apply ED. Ultimately, these are your college years…at some point your parents are going to have to let go and let you make your own decisions, so it might as well start with college applications. It’s just money that can complicate things (unfortunately).</p>
<p>But about Princeton…you should apply if you have some interest in the school, even if you think you won’t be able to get in…you never know. But if you really don’t like it at all, then obviously don’t xD</p>
<p>They’re paying and they can DEFINITELY afford it.
In fact, they told me to apply to Princeton ED (they didn’t realize princeton didn’t have it)
I need signatures from my guidance counselor and my parents on the app so I really can’t do anything about it. </p>
<p>Can you all tell me if applying RD will kill my chances off completely? It probably will. If it will, I’ll work even harder at re-convincing my parents.
I’ll make it short. </p>
<p>CALS
GPA: 3.825 (3.6 Freshman, 3.9 soph, 3.9 junior)–only Bs in Bio in freshman year, all other Bs are in non-core classes aka art and music.
Rank: 10/50 (yeah I go to a private,college prep school) No AP classes.
SAT: 680 CR, 780 Math, 760 Writing with 12 essay: 800 math II and physics.
Loads of environmental ECs and awards. My intended major is the Science of Natural and Environmental Systems. I really do fit into the program. I’m the president of 2 enviro organizations, and a debate captain. I have tons of debate awards too.</p>
<p>If you apply online, can’t you just submit it without your parents knowing? At least for another app I did online, there was no where that required my parents’ help, other than the credit card number for the app fee.</p>
<p>Well, it would be pretty horrible for me to against their wishes.
What I really want to know is… can I convince them that Cornell is just as good for me as Harvard or Princeton could be? You guys go to Cornell, are their any major things that really stand out that I could say to convince them? </p>
<p>I’ve already explained my reasons but they seem to want more. They just want Princeton. Whereas, I’m looking towards what would be better for me.</p>
<p>P.S.
Can you all tell me if applying RD will kill my chances off completely? It probably will. If it will, I’ll work even harder at re-convincing my parents.
I’ll make it short.</p>
<p>CALS
Southwest region of America
GPA: 3.825 (3.6 Freshman, 3.9 soph, 3.9 junior)–only Bs in Bio in freshman year, all other Bs are in non-core classes aka art and music.
Rank: 10/50 (yeah I go to a private,college prep school) No AP classes.
SAT: 680 CR, 780 Math, 760 Writing with 12 essay: 800 math II and physics.
Loads of environmental ECs and awards. My intended major is the Science of Natural and Environmental Systems. I really do fit into the program. I’m the president of 2 enviro organizations, and a debate captain. I have tons of debate awards too.</p>
<p>One of the down sides of ED is that you still need to think about other applications in case you don’t get in. My daughter was rejected by Cornell and had slightly higher stats, solid ECs and leadership positions, and was a NM finalist. She did not take the essay very seriously, which I am sure you will not do.</p>
<p>If one of my children attempted a stunt like you are contemplating, I might let them attend the local community college. But in your defense, do the other two universities even offer what you want to do?</p>
<p>Okay…let’s get this straight
I am not “contemplating a stunt.” I respect my parents too much to do that.
However, I would like to know…based on my stats, is this going to be a significant blow to my chances? I personally think so. </p>
<p>Also, if it is going to be a huge blow…how do I convince my parents?</p>
<p>No. They don’t have the huge environmental/agriculture schools which are exactly what I’m looking for.</p>
<p>I would suggest for your GC to speak with your parents. I think your GC would tell your parents it’s not likely you’ll be admitted to Princeton and applying to Cornell ED would give you a slight bump, especially it appears you would be a good fit. Sometimes adults will listen to another adult and not to their own child.</p>
<p>You would definitely need your parents’ signature on your ED application because they would be obligated to pay for you to go to Cornell if accepted. If you are 18 and you forged your parents’ signature, you may have a bigger problem than trying to decided whether you should ED Cornell or not.</p>
<p>Do your parents support your career goals? If so, why isn’t the above enough of an argument for them? </p>
<p>Cornell is certainly one of the top environmental/agriculture schools in the world – is there a more prestigious agriculture school that your parents would like you to go to? There doesn’t seem to be a lot to argue about here.</p>
<p>Or do they just want you to prepare for a different career? That seems like a different discussion to me.</p>