<p>Hey guys,
So, I spent 3 years at UC Santa Cruz and got a whole bunch of really bad grades. My GPA is about 2.0 with a fair number of D's and F's. Long story short, turns out I'm not dumb or unmotivated; I have ADD. I've changed how I do things, and I've learned a bit how to deal with it. Anyway, I have always intended to transfer elsewhere since UC Santa Cruz does not offer mechanical engineering. I've completed ALL of the lower division requirements for most UCs (Math, Physics, Chem, Engr courses, and some GEs), but I'm stuck trying to get in somewhere with a dismal GPA. </p>
<p>I've never really put any thought into schools outside of CA, but I'm trying to get an idea of schools anywhere that may be easier to get in that are still respectable and offer a quality overall experience. </p>
<p>Are there schools out there that may understand my situation?
Where could I get in?</p>
<p>Obviously, its kind of a long shot, and I'm trying to get the most as possible, so I'm open to radical ideas...</p>
<p>..and Naysayers, bring it on.</p>