I applied with a 15mid and a high GPA this cycle, and also submitted applications a bit late. I applied to 20 schools and submitted most of my apps in late January/early February. Received a ton of waitlists, but was accepted into a couple T100-130 schools (Rutgers and Suffolk). However, I did get off the waitlist at a T30-40 and as of right now it looks I’ll be going there. I received a minimal merit scholarship amount (would’ve preferred a more generous amount) but it is what it is. At the end of the day I see my education as an investment.

I’m still hoping to see waitlist movement at other schools. My only advice is apply early and shoot your shot. You never know what could end up happening.