<p>Don’t waste your time applying to Penn State or WVU or Pitt or any out-of-state public school. You were more likely to get into Rutgers than any of those because it is in-state, and OOS admissions are more difficult. Stick with those previously mentioned small schools in NJ, like Kean, Ramapo, Farleigh Dickinson, Montclair, etc. They’re good, you’ll have a good time, and most importantly will GO to college. If you work hard you can go to Rutgers someday.</p>