<p>You might be right in general but last year some students were surprised when they applied late. I know of a few students who got admitted to Cornell, Northwestern, Chicago, UCB/UCLA and other top privates but found themselved on waitlist at Michigan. I also know some students put on waitlist who would normally be a sure-in.</p>
<p>I realize that it was the first year for ER and they should be able to handle it much better this year. But why take the risk?</p>
<p>MiPerson,
I meant to say that your son should make sure to send in his application before the Early Response deadline; and that includes his test scores, transcript and recommendations. Unlike rolling admission in the past, ER is a real deadline. Btw, I like his chances.</p>