Is anyone weighing deferring/re-applying next year for any of these programs due to the uncertainty of in-person instruction this fall? Or, is everyone thinking they'll attend regardless? I know the decision varies so much individual to individual but I'm curious to hear folks' thoughts either way.
I can't help but think that if I am shelling out lots of $$$ for an only partially-funded degree, taking out loans etc., that I'd like to "purchase" the best possible experience for myself. For me, that experience includes in-person classes, close interaction with classmates for networking/socializing, and the ability to do field-oriented courses and travel. For that reason I'm leaning deferring or reapplying, but, I run the risk of never getting my spot again or losing some of the need-based scholarship I received. I am currently employed and would hope that to remain constant as well, but who knows. Is anyone else freaking out about this?!