<p>Indeed. A selective school is good, but it’s not required in the same sense a humanity of liberal arts need very good schools. You should go to a good school with a strong physics program, but it doesn’t have to be an ivy league or anything. That’s not to say don’t go to an ivy if its full ride; however like xraymancs stated, undergraduate coursework is similar across the board (assuming the school has its appropriate accreditation), so its wise to choose the less expensive option. Research as an undergrad will help you get a good fellowship and get a job. </p>