<p>Since she’s a top student - GPA-wise - at her school, then her chances for one of the better UCs is probably very good. So, that’s good news. </p>
<p>She can’t really compare where other “top students” got in, because her current test scores may not be where theirs were (and admittance to NYU isn’t impressive since a couple of its colleges don’t demand high stats get in…we’ve seen modest stats get into Tisch every year). However, with a retest and a 1460+ SAT, her chances can change a lot at her reaches. 
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<p>You may need to have two lists…one list based on getting M+CR SAT scores in the 1450+ range…and another list based on M+CR SAT scores under 1450. Much will depend on scores.</p>
<p>BTW…does your D really understand how much time each app takes (with the exception of the UC apps)? If I recall, she’s a super busy young lady…she may find that she won’t have time to apply to 10+ non-UC schools.</p>