If you can have a solid app prepared by Jan 15, I would definitely go for it if I was in your shoes. The wording on their website wouldn't dissuade me:
"International applicants:
You are encouraged to apply by the November 15 deadline to facilitate visa arrangements and to have priority consideration for off-site interviews, if desired. You may also apply for the January 15 and March 15 deadlines."
They're clearly open to internationals applying in R2 -- go for it! I'll meet you in Sosnoff lounge for a coffee in August