■ Application deadline: Early action, Nov. 15; regular, Feb. 15

■ Undergraduates: 9,832

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■ Students graduating within six years: 54 percent

■ Tuition and fees: $12,097 in-state, $26,146 out-of-state

■ Room and board: $11,243

■ Average financial aid package: $14,261

■ Highlights: In the past six years, the university has invested $600 million in construction and acquisition, including a health and social sciences building, a scientific and academic research building, parking garages, and residence halls. The university has a strong focus on hands-on learning, including research and co-op programs.