My heart goes out to you, glaze0430! You sound like an exceptional person and student. Sounds like you’ve done the right thing in reaching out to the school, following up and letting them know that Tulane is your #1 choice. From reading Jeff Schiffman’s blog (http://tuadmissionjeff.blogspot.com/2017/12/spring-scholars.html) and seeing some of the communications online, this is one of the toughest, most competitive applicant pools this year; they say the median range for scores is 1440-1540. WOW! Keep the faith and know you did everything you could.
You asked what your chances are and what you can do to increase your chances. 1. Send them any award or recognition that you may get in the next six weeks. (Math student of the month, a photo club competition, Key club recognition, Employee of the month, etc.) 2. Keep your grades up for this semester – aim to get as many full A’s as possible (96 or higher?). If they check midyear grades,it might make the difference for you in the end. 3. Stay positive and balanced. Keep healthy, both body and mind, ok? Take care of your soul through all this. A year from now, you’ll be where you’re supposed to be. You have a chance – you got deferred, not rejected.
Hugs to you during this waiting time!