<p>I know I cannot afford any school, and I plan to go right to a university. I mainly have A's. I have taken a few AP courses. I do horrible at tests like SAT and ACT. I want to go to a good school. I really want to go to UMBC or UW Seattle. Is it worth the expensive price? I live in California.</p>
<p>How did you even hear about UMBC since you live in California?</p>
<p>What about UCs and CSUs?</p>
<p>Less expensive out of state schools include Minnesota, Virginia Tech, NCSU, Stony Brook, and New Mexico Tech, as well as UMBC. However, they may not be as generous with financial aid to out of state students.</p>
<p>Check net price calculators if cost is a concern.</p>