I love your list of schools! Yes, GLB is the rockstar I mentioned and she is so warm and kind!! Everyone in Curriculum & Instruction was helpful. Plus, people in Madison were nice in general. It seems like a wonderful city. I think you should visit! The thought never crossed my mind until my former advisor suggested that I visit prior to applying or being accepted, just to get a better feel for the programs. Since you have so many schools, maybe you would reserve your visits for your top choices(?) since it can add up. And, even if we don't get accepted, at least we got a fun trip out of the deal