Is the grad program in Hartford or Storrs? Is it 100% remote, or will you need to attend any classes on campus? Living on the coast is nice but very expensive and far too long of a commute to either campus. I lived in downtown Hartford for many years and I loved it, but I also wasn’t young and looking for a social life. I think you can find one of those in Hartford and also West Hartford. The rent is about the same, but apartments in West Hartford are either in three family houses or complexes, neither of which are in great shape. I’d take my $1500-$3000/month to one of the cute boutique apartments in downtown Hartford. DM me if you’d like to chat more about options.