Love this post, I appreciate all the advice you're giving! However, I would disagree with the first point. People with an MPH from Emory and Hopkins work all over the world. Yes, it's
easier to find jobs local to that area, but it's not like you're in a binding contract to "stay" in that city post-graduation, and it's definitely possible to find a job elsewhere. Emory posts
a report with where all their alumni end up working and while a lot do stay in the Atlanta area, there's also quite a few all over the US. Plus fed government agencies have offices all over the country, so if someone wanted to, they could still work for the CDC in DC or NY if they don't wanna stay in Atlanta. You don't have to turn down good schools
solely off the basis that you don't wanna live in that location after graduation. Sorry just my two cents haha, I really appreciate your input!