Is it hard to get into Cornell University?

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Anurag Pal | Contributor-Level 10

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Cornell University admissions is most selective with an acceptance rate of 9%. Half the applicants admitted to Cornell University have an SAT score between 1450 and 1560 or an ACT score of 33 and 35. However, one quarter of admitted applicants achieved scores above these ranges and one quarter scored below these ranges. The application deadline is Jan. 2 and the application fee at Cornell University is $80. Admissions officials at Cornell University consider a student's GPA a very important academic factor. An applicant's high school class rank, when available, is considered important and letters of recommendation are considered very i

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