Are these Universities good enough for an International seeking low contribution? [3.78 GPA, rank 1]

What you don’t know is what scholarships you can get international.

You may be seeking non-merit prices.

If you want to come to the US, don’t give up - you can email and ask what you might receive.

Many NPCs/most even - don’t include merit. Or they have additional $$.

Maybe it’s not great hope - but it’s a hope better than Brown, etc.