Colleges with High Merit Scholarships for Engineering?

I'm really passionate about engineering and I'm looking for colleges that offer high merit scholarships in this field. Which schools should I be considering if scholarship availability is a major factor for me?

If you're looking for colleges that offer strong engineering programs and substantial merit scholarships, here are a few to consider:

- The University of Alabama offers several merit scholarships to both in-state and out-of-state students who meet specific academic criteria. They also have a strong College of Engineering with a variety of disciplines to pick from.

- Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), although better known for need-based aid, also offers merit scholarships. The President’s Scholarship Program is Georgia Tech's unique scholarship program for in-state students, and provides an intense leadership development program.

- Purdue University is another noteworthy school with strong engineering programs. It offers a variety of merit scholarships with varying criteria, some specifically for engineering students. It's also noted for a high return on investment for its engineering programs.

- University of Southern California (USC) offers the extremely competitive, but high reward Trustee Scholarship, which is a full-tuition award. While not strictly targeted towards engineering majors, it's open to all undergraduate disciplines at USC, including engineering.

As you narrow down your list, check out each school's financial aid and scholarship page to get a better sense of what's available. Do keep in mind that scholarships are often quite competitive, so it's important to not just rely on them for funding your education. It might be worth also considering schools where your stats place you towards the top of admittees, as you'd be more likely to receive merit aid. Good luck with your college search!