<p>The problem with Cal Poly is that it takes hardly any internationals. </p>
<p>I think you will have a VERY hard time finding a college in the US , private or public, that will cost you less than $30k, all included, without substantial financial aid. And that is on the LOW side!</p>
<p>Financial aid for internationals is extremely limited and virtually non-existent at public colleges and universities. Private colleges may offer merit or need-based aid, but those that are generous are typically very selective. </p>
<p>You may also want to look into some of the Canadian universities such as McGill or U. Toronto, which are really excellent, especially in engineering. McGill typically charges very little tuition and fees for Quebec residents (around $4K) but a lot more for internationals ($15K-$30K). They do have a limited number of merit scholarships for students from India that allow you to pay in-province rates as opposed to the much higher international rates. You should check into it.</p>