Private universities with similar vibe to UPitt and UMass Amherst? [mechanical engineering, northeast or mid Atlantic]

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There was an article yesterday someone published about SU - noting the discount rate could hit 40%. @CC_Sorin posted this from the Daily Orange.

Syracuse Plans ‘Much Stronger,’ Earlier Aid Packages after Spring’s Late-Cycle Offers

Earlier this year, Syracuse University made national news for offering families late-cycle financial aid packages. The university has different plans this year, said Ryan Williams, SU’s vice president for enrollment services. “We’re planning to go out with a much stronger discount rate off the bat,” he said at Wednesday’s University Senate meeting. “We’re making sure that the families know that we’re putting forth an effort to understand where they are economically.” This year, the university’s discount rate will remain lower than peer institutions but “increase over historical percentages.” SU’s shift has moved the overall undergraduate discount rate to 40%, Williams said. https://dailyorange.com/2025/11/su-plans-stronger-aid-package-after-springs-late-cycle/