C_n - you mentioned you anticipated getting into Minnesota? Have you been contacted by the department? I was contacted by several profs who said they wanted to offer me admission, but weren't sure if they could fund me and had me fill out a FLAS application. I wonder if others have heard anything more definite.
I'm also into the Michigan MA, recommended for funding. These both seem like solid options, but I'm anxious to hear from Seattle and Columbia - has anyone heard anything?