<p>UMich - Ann Arbor is a common one, as are the other top-flight state schools (UNC, UCLA and UVA come to mind). The Claremont Colleges also seem popular as a safety.</p>
<p>That being said the term “safety school” should be a misnomer, as one should only apply to those school which one would be more than ecstatic to attend. The term “safety school” really just doesn’t give off any vibe of excitement…</p>