My chances at Cornell

Milka
Thu, 15 Feb 2007 00:15:37 +0000

Hi, im new to CC…but im definitely interested in going to Cornell! I think ill be applying under the Early Decision…but still…here is my overall record. Could you please tell my chances of getting in. I’ll appreciate it! Thanks.

Ok here we go…
I go to a private, international school in Europe, so we the number of students isn’t as big as in public schools—im probably in the top 10 of my class (60 students approx) By the way, I will be applying as an international student.


My high school GPA is approx 3.9 (unweighted) I also take full IB (3 High level classes, 3 standard level classes [all my classes are IB]).
My SAT scores—[SAT I] CR: 660, M: 700, W:720. SAT II (Bio M): 780, SAT II (Math L2): 770.
I do a lot of extracurriculars—I play varsity soccer and softball (was captain for both seasons), president of NHS, head of logistics in student council, a member of the Reaccredidation program (its a procedure that my school had to undergo this year), was on Habitat for Humanity… where we built refugee homes in eastern Europe ( I also did a personal project where i raised money for the organization), i’m in the jazz ensemble (trombone) and in the concert ensemble, won three 1st place awards (10th-12th grade) at the International Speech and Debate Competition, member of MUN (in St. Petersburg), High Honor awards (9th-12th grade), History Scholastic Award (9th gr), Biology Scholastic Award (11 gr).


I want to apply to the college of Human Ecology, and maybe major in Human Biology Health & Society. Eventually, i want to go to medical school and become a doctor! Or…i might do something with biology/policy/law (ish).


Oh yeah, I might apply for the Financial Aid…will that decrease my chances of getting in?


Well, there you go. Any helpful hints/suggestions would be awesome! THANK YOU!!!