I've been accepted to both the programs above (RISD +Pratt) for the MArch program this fall. So far RISD has given me a great offer, a little over half tuition. I also love the work the program is producing and the foundation in the arts, specifically hand drawing and craft.

However, it's hard to beat Pratt's location. I'm also a bit less familiar with the program.. from the work on the website, the program appears very heavy on computer use, specifically parametric and computational design. 

Thoughts from current/former students on either program? It's also worth mentioning I'll pretty much go wherever I get more money at this point, but would still love to have more information.