How to Get into Cornell

by Debra Carder

You have searched online for the best institutions and have settled on Cornell, and now you’re thinking, how to get into Cornell? Here are some few tips to help you know what Cornell specifically looks for in prospective students and how you can write and present and impressive and thorough admission application.

How to get into Cornell – What does Cornell Look for?

Its very important to know from the beginning as you ponder over how to get into Cornell, that there is no miraculous modus operandi of grade-point average and standardized test scores that will give you 100% guarantee that you’ll be admitted into Cornell. The school’s personnel will look at your academic transcript as well as your curriculum.

Another thing that will help you know how to get into Cornell is to know that the school also looks at your strength of character, intellectual potential, your passion and love for learning, achievements, ability, leadership, motivation, integrity, diligence, and your compassion and fairness. All the above will be revealed in your recommendations and essays, hobbies, extracurricular activities, summer and after-school jobs, and of course any volunteer work.

Hints and tips to present an organized and thorough college admissions application

  • Start your application early enough so that you can proofread and get enough time to prepare and perfect the application.
  • Meet a college career counselor and discuss any admissions questions you may have before starting your application
  • If you can, speak to an alumnus as they have provide invaluable insider information that can help in the application process.
  • Watch the admission deadlines and apply on time.
  • Make sure you enclose all the necessary admission application fees
  • About admissions essays, you have to write about something you’re passionate about, and make sure you’ve proofread it.
  • Get letters of recommendation from your best teachers and employer(s)

The final thing that will help you know how to get into Cornell is be able to demonstrate that you have utilized all opportunities that have come your way e.g. in special talents such as in writing, music, politics, science, theater, athletics etc. While Cornell is an equal opportunity institution, you have to thoroughly work on your application.