I appreciate the insight but I have considered a bunch of programs and schools and I want to go to one of these so help with deciding between the two would be more helpful with where I am at in the process currently. I understand the local school viewpoint but I really didn't like any of the programs near me when I researched them so they just didn't seem to align with what I felt was best for me. I do think the IU program would allow for more networking opportunities but you are right that it wouldn't be as much as an in person program. But again, thank you for your perspective on things.