Thanks for the response, Robert!
I’ve looked at the DI rankings for MLA schools and certain trends do emerge, like you mentioned. I’m looking for some Land8ers to chime in about their alma maters if those appear on this list and give an insider’s opinion. Things I can’t get from online materials or the schools’ recruiting (read: marketing) departments are very valuable. Or if I am missing great programs that could help in finding LA work in the northeast, their alums could comment.
Small note: I’ve been working in architecture, not landscape architecture since graduation, but several sources indicate that NCARB experience can qualify toward ASLA licensing in most states.