Chris,
I invite you to read about my experiences, I started the program July 6, 2020 with Credit Private in Trenton, NJ, completed January 21, 2021 with all the ratings ATP offered and 100% pass rate. I also recommend to check out a local training center that is near you and get some first-hand interaction with current students and instructors. Since you said Rutgers, it sounds like you have Morristown and Trenton nearby (that’s where I am instructing) at. You are always welcome to down this way and do a walk-in tour, someone is always at the training center (most of the time me, ha).
Program Completion - 220 Days & 7 Passes Later - Student Experiences - Airline Pilot Life
Checking In Ground Level! - Student Experiences - Airline Pilot Life
Brady