How to pick an ivy...?

<p>Hi all :)</p>

<p>I have scores that make me competitive for an ivy, and I’ll be starting my college apps soon. My number one pick is by far stanford, but past that, I can’t rank any of the schools I’m looking for. I haven’t visited any schools outside of Texas (can’t afford it) so my perceptions of the ivies/top 20 are based on what I’ve read.</p>

<p>I know on CC it’s looked down upon to apply to all the ivies, but 1) the more I read about them the more I fall in love with all of them and 2) I’m scared if I only apply to a few I’ll be rejected from all of them.</p>

<p>Tips? I have about 20 colleges that I really like on my list but I don’t think I have the time or money to apply to all of them… Thanks!</p>