<p>I am looking for safe school choices along the level of Virginia Tech. I am a nationally ranked runner - but an average student. Any suggestions?</p>
<p>How about Cal Poly or NC State?</p>
<p>Florida State. pretty easy to get in. VT is a bit better but in terms of difficulty to get in they are about the same.</p>
<p>Is NC State a decent school? I don’t know anything about it or Florida State. How about Appalachia State? Not really interested in being on the west coast.</p>
<p>NC State is a good school, I would add that your list. Also look in Maryland (if you want to consider that location).</p>