<p>Living close to the UIUC campus, I would vote for Grinnell College. I have heard is a great place. Maybe I am biased but the UIUC isn’t all it is cracked up to be in my opinion. I am sure others would disagree. If you choose UIUC there are scholarships and grants available if you grades and financial circumstances are within their guidelines. I know a girl that went there and found lots of aid. It just takes time and effort.</p>