Will a 3.95 GPA hurt me for for first-gen, test-optional Asian American?

So my daughters valedictorian - with a 36 ACT applied to US News top 20 plus NYU and U Tennesssee. Only got into NYU and TN. NYU full pay and now goes to TN.

A lot will depend on essays. Did you communicate well why you are right for that school ?

Is budget a consideration? If so, did you run net price calculators ? Are you sure you can afford where you applied or your parents want to afford ?

What are your match and safety schools ?

What is the end goal after four years ? Job. Grad school (which is more $$).