Chance me for NYU, Northeastern, Brandeis and UCSD

Another option would be to apply at a university where your academics are above their average and you may have the opportunity to win a “merit” scholarship. I don’t know that any of those options are on your list. They do exists.

UCSD in a great school in your subject area.

Does your father’s status qualify you for in state CA status? Can you move to CA for one year to cover CA residency? See https://www.ucop.edu/residency/residency-requirements.html