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  1. Hi there, I could use some perspective on choosing a program from those already undertaking a phd. I've narrowed down my choices to two schools (history programs). Both are well regarded with strong faculty and in livable areas. I think much of this decision is going to come down to student financial and research support, so here are the basics: School A: State university fellowship for 28k/ 5 yrs guaranteed, with three years of service. Fellowship would give me a lift in the graduate school but additional travel/ research funding harder to come by and large class sizes. Excellent access to relevant archives and nearby major cities. School B: Private university fellowship 26k/ 5 yrs guaranteed, with two years of service (fairly standard package). Abundant departmental and graduate school support for travel and research and smaller class sizes. In a city but somewhat remote otherwise and far from relevant archives. I think both are great offers, and I could be successful in either place. However, any outside perspective on how to weigh these factors would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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    Baltimore, MD

    Thanks! Yeah, I'm thinking it could be a pain. I was looking at the Camden line that goes to College Park but could still be a costly commute and rather long. Really not a fan of the burbs around DC, which i why I was looking at moving to a more affordable city.
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    Baltimore, MD

    Hi comrades, First time posting here. Wondering if any of you fine people have any experience commuting from Baltimore to UMD College Park. I was accepted to UMD and currently live in DC. My partner and I are considering a move to Baltimore to make up for my reduction in income and to perhaps buy property (which is basically impossible for us in DC). How bad is the commute (car or rail)? Further, is it possible to arrange course/ TA schedules to limit the amount of time needed on campus? Any thoughts/ guidance would be much appreciated. Thanks!
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