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  1. Thanks for your time guys! Well, I studied political science and government affairs in the most well known university in Spain (Universidad Complutense, but unfortunately has nothing tgo do with US universities) and I did most of my electives courses in the faculty of economics (one os my two references is from the economics dean, who has been teaching in the US). So I do have a strong background in quant. Actually, and as i said, my GRE result in Q is much higher than the one in Verbal section. Anyway, I know my GRE results are low, I point out in the SoP that I only had one chance and was ill during that dates. - When i refereed that I have voluntary work experience, does not have to do with punctual activities. I was the international officer (European and worldwide) of a young association, so I traveled to many different countries in order to take active place in Seminars and Congresses that were having an impact in real politics. A part from that, I was also helping in local campaigning. I'm also considering about applying to an MPP program in London, is only one year, 8,000-14,000 pounds, I can work after graduation. I'm still waiting out for an answer from Loyola University in Chicago ( I had a look to some reviews http://www.studentsreview.com/IL/LYU_u.html) and for me seems that paying/invest such a high amount of money in order to not been in a top school (considering my profile-> ¿ top20?) makes me think seriously about staying in Europe. Because afterwards this seems to not make an important impact in my future professional carrier. Waiting another year in order to do a master is not an option for me, I'm already 26 and I want to start my professional carrier as soon as possible. Thanks Matcha for the link, is very useful. At the moment, I'm interested in the MPP, rather than MPA. I'm going to do some research today and tomorrow and will post more info. Thanks again for your comments!
  2. matcha, thans for your answer. I want to start by fall 2010, because I already spent this year working in order to save money and continue with my studies. I could have improved my GRE, and other parts of my application. But because of many reasons I can't wait another year. So I'm considering getting in a competitive program in the USA or otherwise, apply to a school in Europe. (I'm from Spain and my voluntary work of 4 years has relation with the EU). Can you give me advice about schools? I'm interested in the northeast of the country. Btw, have you hear about Loyola University in Chicago? Is the one I have left. Thanks
  3. Hi everyone! After waiting out for almost 4 months, my situation is this one: I have been rejected to a Master in Public Policy in NYU, American, Georgetown, GWU, Northeastern University, University of Chicago. And I'm still waiting for the last school Loyola University in Chicago. So I would like to apply to 2 more schools by mid of May. Which school with a good MPP program will you recommend me? I will be happy if is between top 20 in the country. I’m more interested in Public Policy Analysis. Thank you in advance, I really need advice. More info about me: This is my overall profile: GPA 2.91 (The bachelor degree is 5 years long here) (Last 2 years 3.4) Got minimum require TOEFL score for all schools. GRE: 1000 in total (I know, my verbal is low ). My letters of recommendations and PS are very strong. I've been doing voluntary work for 4 year and been travelling a lot because of that, was having lots of responsability and its related to my field. I've been working since I'm 18. I'm working very hard in my Personal Statement. (not finish yet).
  4. Hi there! I haven't received news from Wagner yet. Will let you know If you want :)

  5. Just received the letter saying that the Commitrree cannot recommend acceptance . Well..., lets wait the others. But definitely it was one of my top choice.
  6. Hello! I see you're applying to Wagner... Have you heard anything yet?

  7. Bubal

    Spain

    Good luck Sheila! Yep, the application process is an odyssey (we know how spanish bureaucracyy works ) moreover for international students (GRE preparation, asking for LoR in English, ...). I've heard about the Fundación Rafael del Pino scolarships, the deadline was the 15th of Jan. Thanks anyway!
  8. Bubal

    Spain

    Well, there is many out here. If you are staying long enough, I will recommend you to visit Toledo or Segovia, which are close enough from Madrid for a day trip. In Madrid, must see places are Reina Sofia Museum, Prado, and Thyssen. If you are soccer fan you can visit Santiago Bernabeu. You should go to the Austrian and Borbonic part of Madrid: Puerta del Sol, Opera, Plaza Mayor and also visit the retiro (Sunday is better). You can have some beer with tapas in La Latina, or in the area close to Plaza Santa Ana. Gran Via is nice, Calle FUencarral is pederastrian and is nice for shopping. Night life is plenty of it, but depends which kind of places/music you prefer. Send me MP if you want to know something else . Nice to hear that! Im applying to Master in Public Policy. Where are you applying? How is funding going? What's your Major? Mines is Political and Government Science, with Major in Political Analysis in Complutense. Hi Pepe! I coulnt apply last year to the Caixa scholarhip because didn't have the TOEFL. I'm applyng Caja Madrid, Caja España, Beca-Prestamo Santander-ICO and Mutua Madrileña (para hijos de mutualistas que lleven mas de 20 años). Congrats for your fellowship! Uf, I would love to have a full coverage scholarship. Where are you applying? Do you know more ppl is our situation?
  9. Bubal

    Spain

    Hello/Hola: Just wondering if there are Spaniards in this forum applying for a Master. Haven´t met anyone yet, and I think It would be nice to exchange experiences/ideas/wories. By the way, I live in Madrid. Greets
  10. Hi guys! Good to hear there is more people applying, I finished my application the last day, the 15th of January. Btw, I’m an international student, I don’t know if that can be positive or not for my chances. Lets keep in touch, so we known when they start notifying. Crossed fingers!
  11. Hello, would like to know your opinion about this intro im workin in. I need a strong SoP, the deadline is tomorrow. So recommendations are more than welcome . (need to find the translation ofthe quote) “La vía de cada hombre es un camino hacia si mismo, el ensayo de un camino, el boceto de un sendero”(Herman Hesse). As son of an Argentinian who left his country for political reasons, I grew up in a family where politics was a real presence. This, in addition to my promiscuous interest to understand what was going on around me, to look beyond day-to-day realities resulted in that not much escaped my notice. However, in spite of my natural curiosity, when I graduated from high school I still had no idea of what I wanted to study or where I wanted to go in life. What direction towards personal growth? Study? Work? I was decided to expand my horizons, and experiment life in another country; I took a gap year. After four months working in Madrid with Cirque du Soleil and meetings with a number of embassies where I looked into various possible countries to visit, I travelled to New Zealand where I studied English, explored the islands and gave much thought about my future. I realized, twelve thousand miles away from home, that I wanted to study Policy." I also want to introduce some elements to exaplain part of my profile: "It was in third year when I could choose what I wanted to study and the professors began to take us students more into account. This was when I began to really really confortable in my studies, I began to develop my critical thinking capacities and this was reflected in my scores. What I really enjoyed was my year’s specialization in Political Analysis when I was able to take subjects such as Political Psychosociology, Political Economy, etc.. with which I developed analytical and quantitative skills. My GRE dropped a little during this period when I fell ill; I hope that my other strengths will compensate for this. In terms of your program, I am particularly interested in " Cheers
  12. So do I. But I'll be done by end of this week. But I'm still struggling with the Personal Statement. Good luck guys!
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