<p>I wouldn’t call many of the schools that you noted above “safeties.” However, you should add University of Cincinnati. They not only are top ranked above some of the schools that you noted, but they are the only ones that provide 1.5 years of paid coop as part of the program. You will get both a strong resume and possible job offers from the coop that you may not get from attending other schools. Just something to think about and check out.</p>
<p>Also, Cincinnati, being top ranked, isn’t a saftety either.</p>