<p>I decided that I'd like to go into biomechanical engineering. I am the valedictorian of my high school class with a 5.5 weighted gpa, 4.0 non-weighted, My SAT is a 1960/2400 (720 math, 640 reading, 600 writing)(I'd like to break 2000 on my next try and believe I can)),I have a lot of valuable extracurricular activities and leadership positions.. As of now I will probably go to the University of Maryland college park, but feel that I am just "settling" there because it is in-state tuition. If anyone knows of well respected biomechanical engineering schools that are either 1. Elite universities that I might be able to attend as reach schools 2. smaller schools, with a nice community vibe, a scenic campus, and some amount of social life 3. will provide a good amount of scholarship money to a student like me or any combination of the three I would love to hear your recommendations!</p>
<p>Ever think of posting this query on the engineering forum?</p>
<p>You can find some merit aid options here: <a href=“http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/financial-aid-scholarships/1348012-automatic-full-tuition-full-ride-scholarships.html[/url]”>http://talk.collegeconfidential.com/financial-aid-scholarships/1348012-automatic-full-tuition-full-ride-scholarships.html</a>. I think UMCP is a very good school, though.</p>