Hello! I’m planning on applying to colleges soon, however there is no way I can afford to go out of state (I’m in Florida )or to prestigious universities. After undergrad, I’m planning to go to OT school. Does it truly matter where I attend college as long as my grades keep up? Thank you.
No, just get the highest grades you can.
As long as you go to an accredited school/program for OT you should be just fine. You could also ask where graduates of the OT program you are considering get jobs after graduation.
UF and FSU are great options with Bright Futures. A lot of people in Florida don’t realize that they are actually decently well regarded nationally, particularly UF. Even UCF and USF too.