@Mooshi22 - are you trying to learn which programs are “cut” programs (they have potential “cuts” after juries or reflection of faculty on student progress and potential) or are you looking for a more collaborative, nurturing school environment? Your post seems like the latter, but some people hear about “cut” programs and think it may be the same thing.
I can tell you that both of the kids I worked with in the last year chose their programs based on the supportive school environment that they observed online and offline. After reaching out to a lot of students in those programs, they got a very good sense of not only the content and curriculum, but also the faculty and their leadership…and the student cohorts as well. Some really amazing programs that are highly touted were crossed off their list because of this (and that made me incredibly proud!!).
The young man ended up at Texas Tech MT (he leaves today!) and the young woman at Samford MT (she also leaves today!!). Other schools that gave them good vibes were University of Central Oklahoma, Millikin, Ball State, Wright State, Western Michigan, University of Alabama and University of Alabama Birmingham, Temple, Ohio Northern and Nebraska Wesleyan. I am sure there are others they encountered as well. I can poll them and see! There is a lot of great info on here from parents. I was worried they might see “cut throat” and assume you are talking about “cut” programs…