<p>Thank you both. @M’s mom: As for the setting, I’m open to any, except for a large city. As of now, I’m not looking at financial aid as a factor. I’d like to go to a university which has much diversity. I definitely want it to be co-ed. School size–no more than about 16,000.
@tk Thank you for the suggestions. I will look into those schools.</p>
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<p>I wasn’t even going to bother with the thread anymore, but then I saw these posts. Let me just say, I am aware that these schools are selective and that even people with perfect (or so it seems) statistics do not get in. We do not know, though, if their essays showed the applicant’s voice well enough. We also aren’t aware of their EC’s, since I have read so many statements from the presidents of schools saying it is not all about academics. They want to see you lead a normal life outside of school. I never said I KNEW I could get into those schools. They are my DREAM schools. They are called that for a reason, but I am determined to remain optimistic. I appreciate everyones help and input.</p>