<p>I'm not even going to start ranking these universities. Many of them are fantastic and have great things to offer, academically and otherwise. I just want to say that if you're considering state universities for undergrad, make sure to look at rankings for all the majors in which you're possibly interested and then apply. Strength of program is incredibly important for undergrad state programs because it's reflective of the attention, funding, classes and research opportunities you will actually receive at the university. Schools and departments within state schools tend to vary wildly in terms of how they treat undergrads. They're also a lot less forgiving of indecision and a lot more difficult about accommodating individual needs. I wouldn't even recommend applying to any aside from your own state school unless you have a definite course of study in mind.</p>