<p>Applying late is not a problem. I know a few students applying the day before the deadline last year and got in. In your case, you would probably be ‘deferred’ even if you had applied in October as you are not a clear admit.</p>
<p>Look, I’m not saying you have no chance. I believe you are borderline and you do have a few things going for you.</p>
<p>I just think that you should consider applying to Purdue engineering as it is more like a safe match. The application is simple. It shouldn’t take you more than an hour to complete it online. And usually you hear back in 4-6 weeks.</p>