I applied to each of these schools (among others), each for different reasons. I have searched through Archinect and other sources, but I still find it difficult to determine my order of preference. It is difficult to say exactly what my career goals are at this point, but I am interested in research and teaching.

RISD - Being in an art/design school setting is very attractive to me - I was a sculpture minor when working toward my BS Arch (often considered pursuing a teaching career in art). I can't find many examples of student work, and the MArch program is taught within the undergrad courses - can't find much about the graduate program's reputation.

Syracuse - from what I can tell, a strong program and balanced curriculum, with great study abroad programs. Seems to have numerous aid opportunities, but again, haven't found much on the graduate program's reputation. 

UC Berkeley - was suggested by a previous professor after reviewing my work. According to him, a great school, very competitive. The program is less expensive and only two years in length. A dual degree, MArch + M(5 options), is possible with only one additional year of study... but, also haven't  haven't found much on the reputation. 

thoughts on these MArch programs?