| I believe that the University of South Dakota is under-rated and overlooked. They are a small-sized university with a liberal arts focus. Excellent journalism program, pre-med is good, social sciences are strong. Costs are very reasonable for out of state students, they're generous with merit aid and financial aid, and they are really trying to attract out of state students.
Another public school that I think is most definitely under-rated is St. Mary's College of Maryland - It is about as close as you can get to a private liberal arts school and still pay public school tuition (very reasonable even if you're out of state). It has a beautiful water-front campus with stunning red brick buildings. Sciences, English, psychology, history, even art programs are strong. Lots of personal attention. Really, a bargain when you consider the level and quality of academics provided. |