Which Physics Schools Offer Full Rides for National Merit Scholars?

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Prospective math and physics major Josh is seeking information on universities that offer full scholarships for National Merit Scholar finalists. He mentions a peer who received a full ride at a university in Oklahoma and highlights the University of Tulsa as a strong option. Additionally, he inquires about the University of Minnesota's reputation for physics, particularly regarding its graduate school prospects. The discussion emphasizes the importance of financial aid opportunities for National Merit Scholars and the potential impact of undergraduate institution choice on graduate school admissions.
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Hello All,

I am a prospective math/physics major (for undergrad, probably just physics grad) and also a likely national merit scholar (I am a semifinalist for sure). I would like to know if any of you know of any good physics schools that offer full rides for National Merit Scholar finalists. Also a related question, how much does the school I go to for undergrad affect admissions for grad school?

Thanks for all the help,

Josh
 
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A national merit finalist from my school went Oklahoma or Oklahoma state (don't remember) with a full ride.
 
Univ of Tulsa hands down...
 
Another question related to this. How good of a school for physics is the University of Minnesota? Specifically from a grad school viewpoint.
 

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