Is it really that hard to get into engineering or am i overthinking?

You need to find an affordable school - hence you need a budget - that’s accredited depending on the field.

It doesn’t matter if it’s W Michigan or Michigan - the same companies hire grads from both.

This thread is a bit harsh but I encourage you to skim through and then near the end - I don’t know - last 50 or 100 messages read them.

It’s a cautionary tale when someone puts a name ahead of their stated budget.

Don’t be that student.

Good luck.