The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?

“[work place], may I help you?” I say into the phone.  “Una costilla sin hueso con arroz.” I pause, and my brain begins the process of translating the words from Spanish to English, to Fuzhounese, t

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What is one activity, club, team, organization, work/volunteer experience or family responsibility that is especially meaningful to you?* Please briefly tell us about its significance for you. (100 words)

Through the debate club, I took part in an Ethics Bowl. I felt immense joy competing with scholars from other schools and learning from them, seeing where I needed to improve while gaining an understa

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What is one award you have received or achievement you have attained that has meant the most to you? * Please briefly tell us about its significance for you. (100 words)

I was given the opportunity at Northeastern full paid with a scholarship for the program engineering innovation and design. During the program there were lots of things that I haven’t experienced. Dur

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We all contribute to, and are influenced by, the communities that are meaningful to us. Share how you’ve been shaped by one of the communities you belong to. Remember that this essay is about you and your lived experience. Define community in the way that is most meaningful to you. Some examples of communities you might choose from are: family, school, shared interest, virtual, local, global, cultural. * (350 words)

The limitation of educational resources and teachers is a struggle that we frequently deal with at my high school, [School name] . My school is considered an intentionally diverse school, which means

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Fundamentally, engineering is the application of math, science, and technology to solve complex problems. Why do you want to study engineering?* (200 word count)

When I was six, my parents bought me a huge box of Legos. I was overwhelmed with joy. I built all sorts of things, and I loved that I could take them apart and start over. In fifth grade, a teacher n

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Why do you think you would love to study at Cornell Engineering?* (200 words )

Scrolling through Instagram, I came across a reel about microscale kirigami robots. This piqued my curiosity. What were they? How were they created? Researching, I came across “Cornell’s Chronicle”. T

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What brings you joy?* (100 words)

Owning five dogs may seem excessive, but they’re truly a blessing. My first dog, Meme, a Chihuahua-Pug mix, lived to 16; we were heartbroken when she passed. Later, we got Tudou, an Aussie, who joyful

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What do you believe you will contribute to the Cornell Engineering community beyond what you've already detailed in your application? What unique voice will you bring? * (100 words)

As an Asian woman from a low-income background, I grew up in an environment where I worked to help my parents, limiting my ability to pursue other activities. I hope to use my creativity to support so

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