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I am currently having a pretty tough time deciding between three programs. For what it's worth, I am very interested in IR and enjoy research. My end goals (academic vs. private) are pretty up in the air. Having said that, I would like to keep my options open. Right now, it's basically a three way tie between University of Illinois Chicago, William Beaumont, and Indiana University. The problem is I really love Beaumont, it's close to family, and it seems like the practical choice. However, Indiana has the better name, probably better research, national reputation, really like the people, etc. UIC is also pretty strong in IR and getting a huge name in IR (Charles Ray) as their next chairperson. So I was wondering if anyone could comment on whether one program is clearly better than the other, or whether it's worth uprooting myself and going to either IU or UIC. I would really appreciate any comments/advice.