<p>This is extremely pessimistic. He has a very good chance. One does not need to win the Intel STS to get into Cornell, especially considering they take several thousand applicants every year and only 300 people nationwide become semi finalists. </p>
<p>While I respect your opinion, I must advise destinichild to consider the fact that you are an intolerable pessimist and concerning himself with your advise is really a waste of time.</p>