<p>As you are in-state for Berkeley, I assume your self-assessment of your chances as being a “reach” are well-supported by your own research + GC advice considering your stats, your HS, the rigor of your curriculum, etc. </p>
<p>With both being reaches, I’d say you’ve gotta roll the dice and simply submit both! You’ll hear from Cornell by mid-Dec., and if it’s good news on a “reach” app, then thank your lucky stars! If not, then you can wait out Berkeley (and Cornell if you are deferred to RD). </p>
<p>I hope you’ll spend some time visiting and getting excited about some matches and safeties! </p>
<p>Good luck!</p>