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<p>Having the same thought for D’15 about Goucher and Clark (and McDaniel). I wouldn’t even say “safety”, they might be ideal. I’m a big fan of CTCL schools though S didn’t choose one in the end.</p>
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<p>Luckily CC is not a typical sample of students applying to college 
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<p>Absolutely one strong EC is better than lots of “shallow” ones. If she hasn’t yet, ask her to make a list of every music thing she’s ever done…school, church, just for fun, everything. My S found they added up to quite a lot and made a good case for a strong interest. None of it was state competitions or fancy summer schools, either…just a lot of time spent and some leadership roles. That list might surprise you.</p>