I am not going to be biased here. OSU is better than Michigan and Michigan State. Ok all kidding aside. As far as overall reputation and selectivity, Michigan is up there with the top schools in the country, but It is not up there with the Harvards or Princetons of the world. It is a very selective school and it is one of the top public universities in the country. But is it $120K better? I think that if you are one of those students who will shine no matter where you go, then why not take the full ride. That is a lot of money. The education will be about the same at all these schools. Both Michigan State and OSU are a tier below Michigan. But the cultures are very different at all these schools. Having said that, if money IS NOT an issue at all then Michigan will be a great choice.