<p>My D had several safety/likelies because it was very important to her to be guaranteed to have a choice in the end. Most safeties don’t quite meet a person’s entire wishlist, so if you have safeties that each meet some of the desired characteristics, come spring you can choose among them - and your other acceptances - to decide just what is most important to you. Many seniors’ feelings evolve throughout the year, as they apply, visit, audition, etc. One safety seems too few, unless it is spot-on perfect for you.</p>