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Minnesota would be even better. Arguably the best Chem E program in the Midwest, super cheap relative to other universities ($27K for tuition + room/board), and in one of the largest metro areas in the country.</p>
<p>It may be too cold for the OP, admittedly. Wisconsin might be as well. Anywhere that has lakes freezing over for 2-3 months at a time is definitely “too cold” in my book!</p>