I want to be pursue Applied Economics and Management from Cornell University. Apart from academics and SAT, what are the other requirements?

My academics are pretty good and I am even expecting a good percentage in XII. I will give the SAT this June. However, I am concerned about keeping a good profile in front of the Admissions Officer. What are the possible ways or activities that I can indulge myself into in impressing the officer?

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Asked by Isha Sharma
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Harleen  Bedi
9 years ago
First check whether you will be required to provide IELTS or TOEFL scores or not. About activities, yes they are very important as they reflect on your overall and rounded personal growth rather than focus on only academic achievements. So can start volunteering at an NGO or could get involved in s

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