Thank you for the feedback. I am drawn to Cornell's curriculum, small size, and planning focus but I haven't had a chance to visit the program nor have I met anyone who has attended. So, for what it's worth, it's reassuring to hear its program lauded on this message board.
I will be attending all three open houses so, to blow my annonymous online identity, I'll see you folks there as the sole male from Boston (at least based on my experience in the fall, this will be the case). Should be an exciting and tiring next two weeks. If anyone needs a lift from Ithaca to Philly, shoot me a message.