<p>Again, thanks for the input! I’m fine with staying in-state, but at the same time, I wouldn’t mind leaving for a college with strong programs and a reasonable tuition. </p>
<p>I’ve taken UCI and American University into consideration and I could see myself going to those colleges, since it has a pretty nice environment, good social sciences, etc. But…I guess I still want to keep my options open? Do I have a shot at the upper tiers (Tufts and Columbia look interesting), or are they completely out of my league?</p>