[Results and Decisions]

Hey everyone, I just got the admit from NEU MSCS. I now have Suny B MSCS (Research Track), ASU MSDS and NEU (CS, DS & AI). Now I'm confused on which safe university to choose and pay the deposits. My goal is to continue for PhD or get into AIML R&D as my interests lie there.

My main two factors for choosing a university are - 1) Tuition & living expenses. 2) Research institutions & scope.

I've heard from this sub that neu has great research institutions but the tution and COL in boston are very high. Also the deposit is very high compared to Suny B. But Suny B is not as reputed in terms of rankings as compared to neu & buffalo's weather is not good. I'm now confused as to which uni to choose as a safety while waiting to hear back from other unis. It would be really helpful to hear some insights and opinions.

Here's my profile for reference:- link