<p>^Yes, that would be much better. I suppose they did that so that more kids stay in-state, kind of clever for them. Too bad! I also wonder if your D. can take just writing seciton by itself, I kind of doubt it though. Well, my own D. has limited herself to in-state anyway (it was 5 years ago), it worked out just fine.<br>
I would research on each Big Ten website and/or contact adcoms. Knowing exact requirements will clarify everything and help with the plan. D. has applied to OSU and MSU, but as I said she had ACT with writing ans SAT with writing and it was 5 years ago. Good luck!</p>