<p>You obviously have what it takes from an objective stand point. Remember as you go into this application season that the admissions process is also very subjective. Lots of “building the best class”. They may have their Indian NJ male student slots filled and may think that you would pass on them anyway and thus not offer you a slot. Your essay will be key or an ED would take care of that. The subjective nature of the process amazes me as in our school, one of the top students was accepted to Harvard and Yale, but rejected (not even wait listed) to Washington Univ. and Duke. Bottom line, apply to many and keep your fingers crossed.</p>