<p>First off, an SAT of 1800-1900s is NOT very low. Don’t let all the uber achievers of CC let you believe otherwise. That’s easily high enough to indicate engineering potential.</p>
<p>Typically, an LAC doesn’t offer engineering or other pre-professional degrees (essentially meaning those leading more directly to a trade). However, some small universities which might otherwise qualify as LACs have engineering schools attached, which is what I think you’re looking for (as opposed to either Mega U or Geeky Tech, the other typical options for engineering students).</p>
<p>When I read your post, Evansville immediately came to mind. It’s about 2500 students and offers the basic flavors of engineering. DS and I were VERY impressed with the school when we visited - even more so than when we stopped at Rose-Hulman the next day. It also has it’s own college in England for study abroad opportunities. The COA is also relatively low for a private university.</p>
<p>[University</a> of Evansville](<a href=“University of Evansville”>University of Evansville)</p>
<p>As for study abroad options, I think you’ll find that most places have decent opportunities available. If you concentrate your search on the other factors which are important to you - size, location, cost, etc. - I think you’ll find that nearly all places which meet your other criteria will also meet your overseas study desire, too.</p>
<p>If you can tell us more about your wants, we can give you more suggestions to check out. For instance, do you want to be one of the top students at a less selective college, or would getting into the “best” (i.e., most selective) place possible be more of what you’re looking for. Urban/suburban/rural? Area of the country? Need for financial aid? Type of engineering wanted? Other potential majors you’re considering? Social desires? M/F ratio?</p>
<p>Lots to consider, and while you don’t need all the answers now, it helps a lot to figure out as much as you can to narrow your search.</p>