Apply to Duke and Vandy this year or next? Forum

[1macmac]

My two target schools are Duke and Vandy. I'm waiting on my December LSAT score before submitting my applications, but am anticipating getting a 167 +/- 2, which will most likely put me right at or below their 25%. I've got a 3.81 LSDAS GPA which puts me just below their 75%.

I've got 2 questions:

1) Would shooting for Duke's 2nd round Binding ED option compensate for my applying late in the cycle? Would I have a decent shot?
2) If I apply to both and get rejected, would it hurt my chances of applying to these same schools next year. In other words, would I be better off to wait and not risk it?

[Grizz]

You don't have an LSAT score; wrong forum.