<p>Write a good supplement/essay and get some good recs.
A fair shot at NYU, but careful they’re not so good with aid.
Can’t tell for NYUAD. With 15000 people vying for 150 spots, it’s hard to predict. I myself am applying for NYUAD ED2, nervous as hell.
As for aid in NYUAD, it’s usually more generous. Just be careful though, you might want to apply RD. You don’t want to get stuck with paying that kind of tuition.</p>