Chance/Match this student w/ average ecs but decent gpa. Looking for a college with good fit/opportunities [AZ resident, 3.89 GPA, 1540 SAT, EE or ME major]

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This kind of statement always confuses me. Either you’re willing and able to pay $400K over four years…or you’re not…and if you’re not, then how much are you willing/able to pay. Most MechE/EE schools will bring you similar outcomes.

What don’t you like about the Arizona weather? What is your preferred weather?

You’re a bit early but - every school on your list is “possible”. UCLA and if UW is Washington wont’ see your SAT (well UW may).

When you ask, if others, what do you seek? You have smaller Tufts and WPI, Urban Ohio State, etc.

There’s tons of great schools - from School of Mines since you like Colorado to UMASS since you seem to like Massachusetts. Or BU to counter GW…or if you want big city, then UMN. ASU is an odd choice since you want to leave Arizona.

I’d start with budget - yes, you likely have one (or don’t say merit would be nice and put Tufts on your list as they have none so you’ll be close to $400K..) - and then what you want - size, urban, rural, sports, etc.

Thanks