In terms of finances, if that's an issue, then you should really sit down and dissect everything. I was having issues with my own schools, b/c I always thought I'd choose cheapest cost. However, after visiting, some schools were just a better fit than others.
Also, if you applied to a public school, some of these in-state schools are not being entirely truthful. If you're thinking of cost in terms of expecting instate tuition after living in the state for a year, re-think it. Call the the bodies that deal with tuition eligibility b/c it is VERY tough in some states. The 1 year rule that you hear about usually applies a year before you even ATTEND the institution. After talking with a school, the lady was very honest and she said that you basically have to prove that you're going to stay in the state for a reason other than school (i.e. you have kids, get married, etc.). Not to say that it's impossible but you'd really have to work at it.
So my point?: I've read that the Hopkins program is a year? So in terms of tuition and all, it seems that it would have a similar price point to some of these other 2 year public schools. This is also something that people should consider when looking at the 1.5 year programs too. Just sitting down and really breaking down cost and what you expect to do.
Sorry this has gone on, but I know people peruse these forums and I thought I'd put this out there as a "warning".