<p>I think it would be wise to apply to maybe a few of your “dream” schools, but wouldn’t spend much of my time composing different essays and working my behind off for schools that I have a low chance of acceptance to.</p>
<p>I would include a few “likelies” (SP?) and “safeties” into the mix. If you dream of going to a top undergraduate program, I would advise going to Comm. College for two years then transferring over. But, you will miss out on the college experience, such as dorm life, and all that good Freshman stuff. So use your time wisely. Maybe apply to 2 dreams schools (early, before October), then apply to the other schools before January, the regular admissions deadline and you should be fine. </p>
<p>GOOD LUCK!</p>