In less than 100 words, why do you want to attend Cornell? Please avoid any information that could be used at another school of our caliber, with just a simple name change.
"I wish to attend Cornell because of all that it offers. If enrolled, I will be devoted to becoming as submerged in activities I am most passionate about. I find that Cornell possesses many that would be of great interest to me. I would take part in these activities both as a leader and a member with the unified interest of sharing all I know and learning what I don’t.
I also hope to use the knowledge gained at Cornell to pursue a career, and hope to employ this motive - one of sharing - in the process of doing so."
I’ve had no experience writing college essays, but I imagine my written rationale for seeking admission could look something like that.