Chance me for ED for George Washington University (following the template this time) [NY resident, 3.6 GPA, top 22%]

Ahhh sorry - I think as you note money matters. But only 39% submitted last year.

And ED acceptance is quite high although it includes athletes, etc.

They don’t list gpa in the cds. But they show a 3 year average of 3.66 on their website.

I think if you are full pay it happens but id have safeties ready in case.

College of Charleston would be a good urban barbell - hope for GW - but have not quite an urban but very urban back up.

If you have significant need, I’d think against but if you’re paying $90k a year (full pay), I think you get in.

But, of course, only they know.

Ps - don’t worry about the admission counselor knowing who you are. You applied ED. You needn’t convince them. ED does that and more as you are bound if accepted.

Good luck.