@Mimi31, Look into McDaniel College in Maryland if you think you could stretch the budget a tiny bit. The website said that international students must be ready to pay at least $20,000-$40,000 per year, with internationals typically paying $25,000-$40,000. I think your stats may make you competitive there for merit (and it’s test-optional, but I think your SAT is probably OK for McDaniel). It has the qualities you mentioned above. I have personally visited and know people who have gone there. It has a very pretty campus with friendly students and a caring environment. It’s located in a small town only about an hour’s drive from Washington DC. It has an active study-abroad program, which means it may also welcome international students as a means to provide a diverse atmosphere on campus.
What do you plan to major in?