<p>I will soon be a senior in high school in Ohio. I want to study physics (theoretical, I think), as well as music (vocal). </p>
<p>I have a 3.1 GPA and ACT average of 27. I’m a pretty normal kid, quiet but not a geek. Not really a “joiner” of clubs or a party-er.</p>
<p>I will need significant need-based financial aid, so I am thinking in-state Ohio schools are a necessity.</p>
<p>1 Does anyone have suggestions of undergraduate programs at state schools in Ohio?</p>
<li>Am I wrong in assuming that I am unlikely to qualify for admissions at more selective out-of-state schools with good physics programs like Michigan or Purdue?</li>
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<p>Now that I have better focus on my future goals, I want to make a good choice. Thanks for any help you can offer.</p>
<p>Purdue might be a possibility, depending on what's behind the 3.1 GPA (i.e., if you have consistently earned B's - good. If your transcript is scattered with D's and F's - not so good).</p>
<p>Michigan probably won't happen as an out of state applicant, but you'll never know unless you give it a shot.</p>
<p>In Ohio, your best bets for physics are probably going to be Ohio U, Ohio State, and possibly Kent State. Ohio State has gotten pickier and harder to get into, however, so not a done deal. You might also want to check out some of the smaller Ohio schools - Marietta, for instance, has a decent science program overall and can be generous with merit scholarships. Other possibilities to check out might be Muskigum, Hiram, and the College of Wooster. You might also take a look at Earlham in Indiana - their sciences are very strong, although their physics department is small.</p>
<p>Good luck!</p>
<p>Thanks so much. I appreciate the suggestions. I will check them all out. Also, what do you think about Case Western Reserve University as an option for Physics? </p>
<p>Thanks again Carolyn.</p>
<p>Any one else?</p>
<p>Case Western would be a very good choice for physics, but it will be reachy with a 3.1 GPA.</p>
<p>I don't go there, btw.</p>