<p>I have always loved BU and it is definitely my top choice. This past month or so I have heard that about 10 other kids from my high school will be applying there this year. In the past, we have only had 3 per year at the most. I would consider BU a “good fit” for me as far as admissions standards go, but the 10 other kids are applying there as a safety. I am wondering if this will hurt my chances for admission. I know colleges say they don’t compare applicants, but is it going to be harder to get in with so many other, “better” kids from my high school applying? Will it help to apply ED? The only problem with that is I might not get as much financial aid as I would applying RD. Will it help to apply to a “lesser known” college? I’m strongly considering SAR, whereas the other kids from my high school are applying to CAS.</p>
<p>thanks!</p>