It also seems like some kids can fit in anywhere and some are very very particular. If you look at the thread regarding why kids decide not to apply to a particular college, it can be really enlightening. One of our kids had very narrow parameters and the other could really go to many places and be happy. Knowing your kid and family is what matters. As said elsewhere, most of the schools offer top academics when compared with other options.
I was glad to find CC during the application process. It helped define what various BS’s offered and how that compared to other options.