Thank you for your concern. I share that concern about the Novus Ordo seminaries, and I have considered that myself when applying. I believe that the USCCB has instructions that mandate 2 years of philosophy prior to theology. In practice, I believe that it is only one year. Personally, I would like the stronger philosophical foundation.
And I hear ya all the way on the formation programs. But I think that some traditional seminarians might go a long way in contradicting the culture in seminaries. I am hopeful, and I think we have a good bishop here who has a reputation of transforming seminaries for the better.
God speed. May you know you are in my prayers.