<p>WashU sounds like a good fit for you. WashU is especially known for bio, but is also very strong in poli sci. </p>
<p>Make sure you apply to schools with a range of selectivity levels, including some safety schools. A few of the schools on your list have EA, so consider applying EA to those that offer it. An early acceptance in hand is the best safety. Some students are able to limit the schools that they apply to in the RD round if they already have an acceptance in hand, e.g. won’t apply to any schools that are less preferred to their current acceptance.</p>