Chreen

The current plan is to work after I get my master's. I could see myself getting a PhD at some point, but I think I'm gonna want to be in the industry for a bit first.

This year, I applied to a handful of Master's degrees in Media Studies (and related fields) and I've managed to bring it down to two choices. Now, however, I am at an impasse. University of Denver Pros: In my hometown, so I have the option of living at home to lower costs GREAT funding package, looking at less than $10,000 in debt total, possibly none if I work my ass off over the summers The program seems really excited to have me Cons: This will only be the program's second year. No reputation within the field, and the university itself is well known for the region, but not nationally More emphasis on practice and skill acquisition than on media /communications theory, which I'm more interested in Located far away from LA, NYC, and all other hubs of media activity, so might be difficult to network The New School Pros: Located in NYC, so great networking opportunities Well known, well respected program Very flexible curriculum with much more opportunity to study theory AND emerging media practices Cons: NYC is a super expensive place to live Not as much funding, at least $40,000 in debt total I should also mention that I currently have no student debt from undergrad. I appreciate how good it feels not having debt over my head, but I also think that it makes it a bit more feasible to take some on for grad school. I greatly appreciate any thoughts or advice!

Hey guys, I've been accepted to the CCT program, but due to some form bungling on my part, I won't be getting my financial aid letter for about a week or so. For everyone who DIDN'T get one of the scholarships, what sort of package were you offered? Is it pretty much just bunches of loans? Just trying to get an idea of what I can expect. Thanks!

I got essentially the same package. None of my programs seem to be offering me much better, though. So probably I'm just gonna go into debt for a bit.

Also accepted, also in dire need of funding. Yay for us all!

I'm still waiting on 3/5 schools to get back to me, one of which is NYU MCC. It's been thrilling.