<p>Ok, @International95, as I said I’m not really attuned to the finaid situation for internationals, but I know Rochester as a great school that gives merit aid to highly qualified students. I thought that applied to internationals, but maybe not.</p>
<p>It’s also an open curriculum school.</p>
<p>Again, I personally think 15 applications is fine, but if OP is looking to reduce the list, I’ve offered my take.</p>