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<p>Obviously, the original topic is now being discussed in two different threads, which makes it harder for people looking for the same answers to find them.</p>
<p>Also, Whateverhappens is partially right. By name, most programs don’t mean much; however, it’s not how “prestigious” a program is, but what you get out of it. If you go to a small, obscure program that is not like RSI or anything, but you become motivated/inspired/educated/etc., and then develop something out of that experience, then that’s what adcoms look for.</p>