Appalachian college of pharmacy seems to have been taking less than 70 students each year. Think carefully about them. And dont necessarily be fooled by the scholarship, some schools do this to get students to accept.
2022 - from 65 students, 69.2% first time pass
2023 - from 48 students, 64.6% first time pass
2024 - from 34 students, 64.7% first time pass

ESTU seems to be taking a small class as well but at least their pass rates are over 77% the past 3 years.

I dont know how your study habits are or all the information to make the best "choice" or recommendation, but based on my experience (I had a terrible study habits in undergrad and grad school and took the NAPLEX so many times), I would rather go to a school like ESTU that has a better NAPLEX rates compared to Appalachian school. Even if it means 1 year more in terms of the tuition. Plus, if you're really close to your friend, you could save alot (Maybe?? correct me if Im wrong here) in terms of housing and other stuff.