<p>my sons friend, an BWRK asian male, is interested in engineering. Unfortunately, he has stars in his eyes regarding schools, and only dreaming about the top tier. I say "ufortunately" bcos he has a couple of C's in english and foreign language on his transcript, which, w/o a hook, it the death knell for the top schools. Of course, his math and science are strong grades. He goes to a competitive HS, and has taken all honors/ap courses. No SAT yet, but assuming mid-1300's. He's a great kid, personable, and a good team player.</p>
<p>Does anyone have any suggestions for schools that would be matches I could subtetly suggest to him when he is visiting? He's a Cal resident, and knows the UCs, so I'd appreciate some suggestions OOS.</p>
<p>Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois has some very excellent engineering programs. Obviously it will depend on the specific interest, but this area is very strong while the overall academic environment is much less intense.</p>
<p>U of New Hampshire, Hofstra (New York City). If he's desirous of staying in California, perhaps U Santa Clara - they have received publicity re really wanting more males. He should be a match for them if the C's don't really ruin his GPA.</p>
<p>Rose-Hulman in Terre Haute, IN. Yes, he won't like the location. That's the reason he has a chance of getting in. It's hard to name any engineering school that does as good a job educating engineers than Rose-Hulman. (If you doubt that, check the US News' ratings for engineering at schools without Ph.D. programs.)</p>
<p>Rensalaer (spelling?) in Troy, New York. Excellent school too. Likes applicants from out of region. Also in a pretty lousy location. It's harder to get into than Rose-Hulman, but IMO, isn't as good a school, but is still quite good.</p>
<p>Worcester Poly or WPI in Worcester, Mass. Also not a great location, but it shares it with a few other schools, notably Holy Cross. </p>
<p>U of Rochester has a good engineering program. A good school. While Rochester isn't exactly paradise, I'd rate location as better than any others listed above.</p>
<p>Purdue...I concur with that recommendation. I would choose any of those I've listed above before it, however. Just personal opinion if there are any boilermakers on this board.</p>
<p>Worcester Polytech (WPI) is probably easier to get into than RPI (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute) or Rose-Hulman. Plus, WPI has a strong entrepreneurial program, and it's where the Segway was developed. I suspect there are a few to tool around on on campus!</p>