Massachusetts, USA

How do i get colleges to notice me in a small, lesser known school

I'm looking for an engineering field that isn't completely a desk job. Aerospace, electrical, mechanical, and industrial engineering stand out to me. I'd appreciate any insights into the type of work each field has and how they compare.

I am currently a senior in highschool, looking to major in Elementary-Education. Is there any helpful tips to be successful in that major, or any recommendations of the job it's self?

How should I get involved in political campaigns when I get to college. I am a senior in high school and I am looking to pursue the political science field and want to become a lawyer. I love my AP Government class and learning about our history and the Constitution.

How do I know which scholarships I have been chosen for? I've applied to so many on multiple websites, how do I know if and when I am awarded one?

How does college life differ at big schools compared to smaller schools?

Accounting major?

Just interested, I wish to have opportunities to work with animals.

What are some good, affordable architectural programs?

I've been researching good areas and schools where the programs are affordable for high school students, and some schools are far and expensive. If there are any good recommendations, preferably online, that would be amazing!

I really enjoy my physics class and I want to major in astronomy, but am not sure what I want to do with it after college. I'm afraid it will be difficult for me to find a career that I will really love.

Is it worth?

Should I take a gap year before going into nursing?

Can I get a bachelor's degree in 3 years?

I am interested in teaching, something likely involving music, but I don't know how to get involved.

I have about 20 colleges left on my list and I could use some advice as to how I should go about narrowing down my list to find the few I should apply to.