Thanks @"Cant Get Right". I think the adding the underling in helped me focus better and retain on top of the 1-line references for the paragraphs. I appreciate the help!
Don't see anything wrong with the 4th attempt, Schools look at your best school and if you're already, use the extra time to find other ways to be a more appealing candidate. Work experience, better references, volunteer work, etc.
go with the 168 and hire a recruiter who you can get references for to help you get into any college you want... If you got a killer GPA, you can get into almost anywhere, definitely T14
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