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| Setting: | Large Town Setting |
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| Size: | Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad) |
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| Percent of Students International: | 15% |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | No |
| Member of: | NAA, NCAA |
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| Acceptance Rate: | 27% (Most Selective) |
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| % of Students Submitting SAT Scores: | 98% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Verbal: 630, Math: 660 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Verbal: 720, Math: 760 |
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| % of Students Submitting ACT Scores: | 18% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Composite: 28, Verbal: 26, Math: 27 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Composite: 32, Verbal: 33, Math: 33 |
| Application Fee: | $ 65.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Recommended |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Recommended |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Recommended |
| High School Record: | Required |
| Recommendations: | Required |
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When i move to Ithaca, i'm gonna have to look for a "Uni" to study in.I looked on the Cornell website, and the place looks like a something out of a movie( In a good way). I was just wondering if its a good University, and if its hard to get into. I noticed that the University is really big so if i do get into Cornell will it be hard to remeber all the roads, buildings, etc.
12 months ago
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Cornell is a wonderful university, although I might be biased because I go there. It IS a selective institution, but the university looks for people from diverse backgrounds.
It is a big campus requiring lots of walking, but I learned most of the important roads (there aren't that many... sidewalks are more prevalent) and buildings within 2 weeks or so. Maps are always available online or at the bookstore.
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Question:
Suggest a university!?
Hello-
Looking for colleges and such (now a high school senior) and thought that someone might like to suggest a few for me...
Im currently in a private school in Europe. I have an unweighted GPA of 2.3 (Three year average). Before the transfer I was in your ordinary American public high school and had a GPA of 3.7 there with a few HLs (freshman). (I have an American passport). The new school, as you can deduce is much tougher..
Degree: Computer science
American Caucasian
Will take SAT Reasoning again
Critical Reading: 600
Math: 700
Writing: 610
Subjects
Math I: 710
Math II: 750
Physics: 720
Purdue, University of Mass. Amherst, Northeastern (reach)
You think any of them might accept me? If not what type of reasoning scores should I aim for (for them to accept)? And like the title states—suggest a few universities.. Thanks!
12 months ago
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You've got several things going for you. Your SATs are good, and you live in Europe (Universities love student bodies with a diverse background). All of your choices are good; you might also want to consider Cornell. Cornell is Ivy League, and has one of the best CS departments in the US.
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For the class of 2007, it was 37.2%. Don't remember where I found that, though.
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cornell university housing!?
i decided to go to cornell. school starts next week. i have been placed in hasbrook apartments. is this the house for transfer students? why is it so far? can i change my room?
12 months ago
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the people at cornell housing are very difficult. if you want to switch, you need to start acting now. i would call housing directly first thing monday morning.
the hasbrook apartments aren't specifically for transfer students. i believe the transfer center (where many transfer kids lived there first semester) was closed this summer/this coming semester for renovations so they are putting the transfers all over.
try looking into into rooms on west campus and/or north campus. you also may be able to get into one of the program houses (they generally don't fill up as quickly). both risley hall and the latino living center are on north campus, but very close to central campus. you can try contacting there directors to see if there are still rooms available. you don't have to be latino to live in the llc or an arts student to live in risley.
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Cornell University Information?
I'm really interested in going to Cornell University in New York to Major in Animal Science. Any Cornell Grads or Alumni that have any input about it? Did you like it? Any tips to get in? Thanks!
13 months ago
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From what I've heard, Cornell is the easiest of the Ivy Leagues to get into. So, you're in luck!
I guess you just have to make it clear in your application that you like to major in animal science, and if possible, explain why it is your passion. It's also good if you have some good science grades or have taken biology-related electives or have some accomplishments/extracurricular activities to reinforce this interest. But if you don't, don't fret.
Animal research is one of the more popular classes, and so you'll need to compete for spots. I had two teachers who've taken it who said they really liked it (they are biologists). The professors were a bit quirky but overall normal profs. Nothing too memorable about the class.
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Cornell, Ithaca?
Hey, does anyone here go to Cornell University on the Ithaca Campus? I've been on the official site but I'd love some opinions from actual students on what general life is like at this college. Thanks! =)
13 months ago
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I graduated a few years ago from Cornell University's engineering school. You may hear some people telling you how cold Ithaca is but don't let that scare you away. Because Cornell is in a small town and there's not much "city" stuff to do, the campus community is really tight. There are a lot of on campus activities and you'll get to know the people in your dorms and classes really well and some of them will become your life long friends. College life is really how you want to make it. The sky is the limit.
If you ever get a chance, you should go visit. Take a look at the view overlooking the West Campus and Cayuga Lake behind Uris Library and it will take your breath away.
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How to pay for Cornell and grad school?
I am an upcoming freshman at SUNY Buffalo University and I am planning to transfer to Cornell during the next fall semester of 2008. It is my dream school and I really want to attend there by trying to maintain a college GPA of atleast a 3.8. Since there is a great emphasis of consideration on recent college work during transfers I am also planning to join many clubs at my current college. My high school gpa is 3.7 + 4 APs and 6 honors + 2 clubs.
SAT scores are not considered for transfer students in Cornell.
Do you think I have a good chance? If I'm also planning to go to grad school how will I manage to pay around 45k each year for Cornell and grad school? Are loans a financial burden after you graduate? Can grants and scholarships really cover most of that amount?
13 months ago
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1) 3.7 isn't a very good GPA for a high school applicant to Cornell. 3.8 college GPA is pretty good though, altho if you're talking Cornell, it's no sure thing.
2) Joining a bunch of clubs in a year will do squat for you. Cornell isn't going to be impressed. Anyone can sign their name to a sign up sheet. You have to do something impressive in your year of college. If it's in one club or more, it doesn't matter. It just has to be an impressive accomplishment. Doesn't even have to be in a club setting.
3) School loans suck, but you don't pay until you graduate. Consolidating does make it a more manageable monthly amount. Hopefully you pick a decent paying career. I really can't understand people who choose private schools just to do a low paying career.
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Cornell University Ecology House?
I am an incoming freshman at Cornell University and have been accepted in the Ecology House for housing. Is there anything specific I should know to be prepared to live here? Pros/Cons?
14 months ago
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No , not really you just have to follow the program.
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I am applying to these three schools in the upcoming fall and was curious about the educational/social experiences of past students.
14 months ago
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I've visited Cornell and a friend of mine went there and loved it! He did physics there and thought everything was great. I'm curious about Villanova though, too, since I'm visiting there in a week.
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I am student from the San Diego. I really want to go Cornell University but I don't know I get can get in with my GPA. My GPA is 3.83, my SAT score is 1500. I am in Tennis JV, and I'm in 4 different kind of clubs. I did 200 hours community services, and I did biology assistant from UCSD during the summer.
The major problem is that I took sheltered biology and chemistry because I'm not good at science.
Do you think I can get into Cornell university?
14 months ago
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Cornell and many other top colleges in the U.S set records for the number of applicants during this past admissions cycle. The link below shows a profile of the Class of 2010, but what is doesn't show is that the overall admission rate. This has historically been about 1 in 4 or ~25% for the university as a whole. In the past 2-3 years, that number is getting closer to 1 in 5 or ~20%.
Generally Cornell and its peer institutions like to see that you took the most rigorous classes that your high school offered and did well in them. But every application is unique, so put together the best application you can and go for it.
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Hi. I plan to go to med school and was wondering if Cornell has exellent chemistry and biology courses. Is this a good college to go for pre-med? I want to double major, hopefully in Biology and History.
14 months ago
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Its an excellent school for both - many of my classmates in Cornell in the Bio program went on to be doctors at great med schools across the country (Harvard, Yale, Cornell, etc.) The Cornell website is a great place to start asking questions about being a premed at Cornell.
The one thing I'd caution you about is that Biology is one of the toughest majors at Cornell - you'll probably work harder than you could possibly imagine. Make sure its something really interests you! Also, make sure to put it down in your application that you want to be a Biology major. Because so many people want to major in Biology, if you don't start as a Biology major you may get 'locked out' of the program.
Biology at Cornell (and most colleges) is also especially difficult because you won't get a lot of individualized attention until your junior or senior year - most of my classes were large lecture halls with 300+ students. This is not to scare you off - the program is top-notch, and in your 3rd year you'll have much smaller classes (which is necessary to getting those good professor recommendations!)
As a side note, if you want to major in both those areas at Cornell, you need to apply and be accepted into their College of Arts and Sciences. While a Biology major is possible through the Ag School as well - History is a subject only available at the A&S school.
Good luck and study hard - wherever you go! And if you make it to beautiful Cornell, enjoy your time "far above Cayuga's waters".
Go Big Red!
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College Admission to ED Cornell?
Alright, so to start everything off, my mom was talking about my incompetence of getting into ED Cornell-Agricultural and Life Sciences. She suggested me to take the SAT II physics. "Oh, maybe you should take another SAT II like physics, it's so much easier for you to get into Cornell. After all, you did poorly on your SAT II world history. You're good in physics and your brother thinks so too. Besides, the engineering college in Cornell is so much easier to get into." Like what the freak?
Okay, seriously, I have a moderately high GPA (high 95) but ranked low, 70~80 out of 1000 kids in my year, 2130 on the SAT, 600 for World History, 780 for Math 2C, Model UN club, Bumblebee club (don't ask), leadership (national honor society and leaders), S.O. Senate, extracurricular activities, sports activities, musical and artistic talent, etc. Not to mention, my college adviser will write a brilliant recommendation.
Should I take the SAT II Physics or is it enough for me to get into ED Cornell?
14 months ago
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Your qualification is good enough for Cornell. Early Decision is even easier. In addition, since the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences is partially public, it's requirements are lower than the other privately endowed colleges at Cornell. I don't think you need to take the SAT II physics; you only need two SAT subject test scores.
Best of luck to you.
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Cornell University Looked Down Upon??
Has anybody else found that Cornell is looked down upon by grad schools and businesses? I graduated this last year and applied to several top law schools with very competitive numbers (LSAT: 169, GPA 3.69). However, I have not been accepted to any of the "Top 14" (waitlisted at a few but some of those seem very unlikely). I have friends from other colleges such as Haverford and Michigan with comparable numbers who have been accepted and received scholarships from several of the top schools. I also have several friends who are starting their careers from other schools who have been given great jobs despite mediocre credentials while several of my friends from Cornell continue to struggle getting jobs. Am I the only one who has noticed this disrespect for a school that is considered one of the top 15 in the country?
15 months ago
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Certainly, Cornell generally is not regarded as high as Harvard/Yale/Princeton, but not many people heard about it outside of immediate NYC area or academic community, but to say that is looked down upon is overstating. Most likely your and your friends' credentials were not as outstanding as you might think. Most of my friends are brilliant and had no problem landing a job.
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Im currently studying in a local polytechnic and Im interested in Cornell's hotel administration programme. Is it possible for me to enter Cornell with a diploma? How high are my chance?
15 months ago
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Because you are applying to enter a specific major, you should speak with the program director or an admissions officer.
Generally, if you have decent 'O' level scores, decent results in your diploma program, and have decent scores in the TOEFL (test of english as a foreign language), you are eligible to apply. You will also need 2 to 3 letters of recommendation from previous teachers and professors who can attest to your academic ability and success at the university level.
Depending on the number of modules/courses and credits you can transfer from the Dip to the Cornell program, you may need to spend 3 years completing the degree. Because the US educational system is different from the Commonwealth system, you are also required to take liberal arts, humanities and science modules/courses to meet the requirement to graduate with a Bachelor's degree from a US university.
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Emory has a 2-year college named Oxford, where a student can go for two years for undergrad and then finish up at Emory, with a degree from Emory. I have heard that Cornell has a similar program, but can't find it anywhere. Does anyone know if this is myth or does this college really exist?
15 months ago
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i'm pretty sure it doesn't exist. cornell is primarily a four year college, and although it has a few five year programs (architecture, etc.), i've never heard of any two year program.
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I am a current high school sophomore and am considering applying to you Cornell. I was wondering if I could realistically gain admission to your college with my current information.
My Average is 94 overall unweighted.
I am about 20 in class ranking currently
My Sat I scores are around 2100 but probably get to 2200 by the time I take the real one.
My Sat subject test scores are around 700 in two tests
I am on the track team and joining the football team (Varsity)
I am in the Pre-Med club, Key Club, Model Congress
I am also going to be in Science Honors society, Spanish Honors society, and National Honors society
I volunteer regularly at my local hospital and also help provide marathon runners with water and other community service acts.
I Babysit and work at a Pizza place
All my courses are honors and I plan on taking all available Ap classes in junior and senior year. I've taken Ap-Euro this year.
I am a hard working student and want to know if I can get into Cornell with this info
15 months ago
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You need at least 2250 to have a really good chance. I got 2 perfect scores in math and reading, but my writing score was only 720, for a total of 2320. I only read this SAT guide, and that is how I got such high scores:
http://www.guideparadise.com/index.php?option=com_guides&task=buy&id=10
I recommend this guide to anyone seeking to get a higher score to get into a first choice college.
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UC Berkeley or Cornell?
I'm undecided as to whether I should go to UCB or Cornell. I'm a biochemistry major (w/ an emphasis in genetics), so I would like to go to a school that offers great opportunities for undergrad research. I know UCB has URAP. Also, UCB seems more involved in the community w/ the suitcase clinic and has many student-run organ. that publish scientific. articles. I don't know much about Cornell (i live in CA, but i plan to visit), but I get the feeling that they truly care for their students. Plus, it's not as congested as UCB so I might have a greater chance of talking to prof. in upper div. classes. Thing is, I'm a transfer student from a small SoCal college so I'm going to enter in as a junior. I might also want to apply of prof. school (MD) and UCB has hospitals near the campus (& UCSF across the bay) while Cornell is situated in a small city. I am not an overly outgoing person, so I would like attend the school that best benefits me. What should I ask when visiting the campus? Thanks!
BTW, Cornell actually helps pre-prof. students while Berkeley advisors seem to discourage students from being pre-med (b/c there's so many and all of them are Molec/Cell Bio).
I was also thinking about doing a double major in public health.
Because I'm from the West Coast, is the East Coast really all that different? Socially, I might be more comfortable at Berekley b/c I already have social connections (high school friends, etc) and my family is a Cal family (sister/dad are alums). Since my sister graduated from there, I can catch up on what's available to me to be as competitive as other students. My sister moved to Cambridge,MA for grad school at harvard and didn't really like it. I know I'm not my sister, but I'd like to create the best college experience for myself.
15 months ago
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if you're transferring in, and you're not overly outgoing, i would suggest cornell. berkeley is a good school, and they have a great biochemistry program, but it's enormous. absolutely huge. i've known plenty of people who just disappear. you'll come out with a degree, sure, but there's a good chance you won't enjoy yourself, whereas at cornell you're more likely to get a good college experience as well as a diploma.
the proximity of hospitals to the campus doesn't really mean much, unless you're banking on getting an internship, which is unlikely for an undergrad. the biggest disadvantage of cornell is that it's in the middle of nowhere ("small city" is generous), but their faculty are great, the students are engaged, and there's a lot more support for new and confused students than there is at berkely.
that said, the program itself might make all the difference, if you're really looking at pre-med and serious biochem. be sure to make an educated decision, but i would opt for cornell, given that choice.
ask both places about their counseling and post-grad career services.
best of luck.
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I'm being accepted by Cornell ILR for Fall 2007. Heard that 1/3 of courses are about your own major, and you can take the other 2/3 of the total courses at some other majors, say you can take classes at the school of Art and Science or at Hotel Management.
Is that true? And is "Internal Transfer" in Cornell popular, and do they let you change your major easily? How's the reputation of ILR in Cornell? Is it really competitive or what?
Cause I'm planning to take some business-related classes at its school of Applied Economics and some finance classes at school of Hotel Management. If they don't let me do it, then I'm simply go for Business school (Marshall) at USC.
15 months ago
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The ILR will have its own classes for each semester, but you also need to take electives. These electives can be from pretty much any school, like finance or business if you want. You will also need humanities like a language or an art class in order to fill your distributive electives. I know some internal transfers, but not many, and it's not too hard to change a major, unless you are applying to a different school within Cornell. Not sure about much of ILR reputation, all I know is they do a lot of reading (I Love Reading?). Most of the ILR classes are business oriented anyway.
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Can I get into Cornell?
Hi, I'm a freshman at Burbank High School. It may be a little early, but I just want to get some basic information on Cornell University. My class rank is 1 out of 699, and my GPA is 4.0 (unweighted). I'm taking 2 honors classes (Bio & Eng) I'm going to take AP Euro, Honors Chem, and Honors Eng. next year. I should have 6 APs during my senior year. I'm going to take the PSAT and the SAT2's (korean, math, bio) next year. I'm in Key Club, California Scholarship Federation, and Academic Decathlon. I'm also in our school's advanced VMA. I'm also looking to start a new club at our school in my sophomore year. I want to major in hotel management, thus the reason I want to to go to Cornell. It's been my dream ever since I was little; Cornell is the only college I've really given thought to. Please advise me on what I can do to get in. Also, please give me some background info on what the University is like. The Cornell website is very broad and vague. Thanks!
15 months ago
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Obviously you're a competitive candidate based on your class rank and classes. However, your extra-curriculars may be a little lacking--is California Scholarship Federation something you actually participate in or just fill out a form for? Also, as you move along in high school, you may want to seek out leadership positions in the clubs you belong to.
One of the most important things you can do to enter the Hotel School at Cornell is have experience in the hospitality industry. Getting a job at a restaurant or a hotel (or other hospitality-related job, such as working at a country club or something similar) is crucial. Of last year's entering class, 85% had work experience in the hospitality industry!
You may also want to look into Cornell's Hotel School summer program for high school students. http://www.hotelschool.cornell.edu/prospective/hop/
It's a good idea to start looking into other schools as well. Hitching your wagon to one star (Cornell) can lead you to disappointment extreme if you don't get in. Having a list of schools you can be happy at and thrive at is id |
