I've been admitted with tuition remission to sociology programs at the New School, Temple, and Bowling Green State. Only Temple and Bowling Green State are offering full-funding (18k). The New School is tuition remission only. I live in NYC with a partner of 3 years who is able to support me. The program at Bowling Green is 4 years, Temple is 4 or 5 years, and the New School will require at least 5, but probably longer.
At the moment the best choice seems to be Temple, given its that it's located near enough NYC, the fit, and the funding. But I'm heartbroken to walk away from the New School and concerned that I'm walking away from good research and publishing opportunities at Bowling Green. If anyone, especially any folks in sociology or the social sciences at large (not you, you orthodox economist) have something to offer, it would be really appreciated. I'm lost.