Byron Said:

Can I get into Columbia?

We Answered:

The Valedictorian at my High School lettered in two sports, did hundreds of hours of community service, was active in three clubs, had a job, and was turned down by Johns Hopkins, Stanford, and Columbia. She wound up going to a State University. She got a full-ride academic scholarship.

Shoot for it. Even if you miss, you'll still get a great deal. Always reach for the top!