Schools Mid-tier US gradschools with strong math focussed theoretical physics programs

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The discussion centers on seeking advice for applying to graduate schools in the U.S., specifically targeting programs in theoretical physics with a strong emphasis on mathematics. The individual is interested in top 10-15 schools but is also looking for mid-tier universities that excel in current hot topics such as amplitudes, AdS/CFT, string compactification, and topological condensed matter. They express difficulty in identifying these mid-tier institutions due to a lack of guidance from their current university and seek recommendations for schools with faculty who have a strong publishing record in these areas. The aim is to make informed decisions about applications while managing costs effectively.
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Hey all,

I'm looking to apply for gradschool in the US at the end of this year and I'm currently struggling to figure something out I was hoping someone here might be able to assist me with.

I intend to apply to the top 10-15 schools, but given the cost of applications, for universities further down the list I want to discriminate a bit more. Currently I see my research focus as theoretical physics with a lot of math and from talking to people/reading around I've heard some current hot topics on this front include amplitudes (especially twistor theory), Ads/CFT, string compactification, topological condensed matter, etc and then the really mathsy topics like topological QFT/string theory, ...

What I'm trying to figure out is what are the good mid-tier (i.e. not top 10-15) schools with strong programs in these sorts of areas? I've found this very difficult to determine as no one at my current university works in these fields and it's hard to know who are the leaders in the field when you're not even in the field!

I'm sure I can figure this out somewhat by scouring the web myself, but I thought there would be some people here who would know. If so I'd love to hear from you.

Thanks!
 
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I should clarify that by strong program I really mean has an academic with a strong publishing record in the area.

If anyone feels they can't answer as I haven't provided enough information or the question is too vague, please let me know.
 

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