I have a difficult decision to make about my future and would be very grateful for any and all honest opinions about six universities, even if it meant a private PM.
I'm curious about the balance between creative/critical work, what "styles" universities are known for (example: South Dakota, hybrid), the general reputation/prestige of the program, which is more likely to land me a job in academia after graduation, as well as the social atmosphere, the city lifestyle, and anything else. These are things that aren't immediately apparent on their websites, and I can't visit six+ universities.
Currently, I am considering the following programs for fiction: University of Missouri (full funding), Georgia State (full funding, but with $4,000 fees/semester), University of South Dakota (full funding), University of North Texas (full funding), Oklahoma State (stipend, 2/3 tuition), and Tennessee (unknown as of yet.) I still have yet to hear back from several schools.