There are certainly no definites, but you seem in the range of what Cornell would be looking for. It may depend somewhat on whether that 3.6 is based on AP/Honors classes, or “regular” classes. The SAT score is good, though. What about SAT Subject Tests? Anyway, if you’re SURE you want Cornell, think about early decision (assuming they haven’t gotten rid of it) as it would boost your chances somewhat. Go visit the school, too, if you can. If not Cornell, yes, I’d think Carnegie Mellon is within reach. But again, there are no guarantees. These schools all receive many, many applicants from qualified students and who’s to say how they pick the way they do?

You sound like a well-rounded student. Your GPA is a little low, but not dreadful. The fact that you have lots of activities (including charitable ones) is a plus.

By all means, retake the SAT and apply to Cornell.

Cornell? HAHAHAHAHA. I have a sister that got into Cornell who makes your application look like a choir boy. A CHOIR BOY!!!

Try a local community college.

EDIT: Ask pixie, below, what major universities she attended

EDIT 2: HA HA HA pixie deleted her answer!

you can definetely get in