<p>In US News Graduate Biomedical Engineering rankings:</p>
<p>Johns Hopkins is ranked #1
Norhtwestern is ranked #17
Vanderbilt is ranked #19
Cornell is not in top 25</p>
<p>The most bang for your buck would be Northwestern. They have excellent engineering facilities and one of the best biomedical engineering programs. Can you ask to appeal your Johns Hopkins financial aid? You could tell them what other schools you have been accepted to and how much money they have given you, and tell Hopkins that it is your first choice but it is currently not financially viable for you. They may be able to take a second look at your financial aid package and give you more money.</p>