i was wondering the same thing about this time, last year and i saw the thread titled something like "what schools should i apply to/what are my chances", which is now a sticky at the top of this thread. It really helped me narrow it down and learn about the different schools. I'd also suggest buying the ADEA guide.
thanks everyone! i did buy the book and have been reading it, but its just so hard to decide where to apply! i never thought picking somewhere to live would be this complicated lol