<p>^Echoing photomom’s suggestion about Elon–even if your son’s academic record is better than the typical Elon profile, he should apply early action (I think they do this) to be confident about it as a safety. We see highly qualified kids waitlisted or even denied by Elon every year because they applied late in the season. I’m pretty sure they have a nonbinding early option, which he should do if he really wants to be accepted. Its popularity continues to grow.</p>