For pre med a schools rank doesn’t matter. Actually for most majors, rank doesn’t matter. It’s a big flagship like many others. It’s not better for med school admissions.
Just was curious. You like it and it’s affordable, it’s all that matters.
What’s your #2?
Did you consider Purdue ? Fairly close by although not a local airport. You’d be safe there entry wise. It’s also a college town.