On calc I get it but colleges are judging you by rigor. What you see and what they do don’t necessarily match up. Maybe for neuro science it’s not as important. Stats can be good. Bit merit goes to the top applicants so that sets you down a ■■■■■ perception wise.
All those I listed are under 3k, have neuroscience and meet your distance. I would encourage you to look at Wooster since research is important to you.
I worry about cost for you at any school. It’s why I mentioned slippery rock.