Previous Schools (Name, type, or tier): Syracuse, RPI, George Mason University
Previous Degrees and GPA's: Information Technology/Economics (BS), Information Technology (Masters), Computer Science (PhD)
GRE Scores (Verbal/Quantitative/Analytical Writing): Took them 7 years ago, need to retake
Previous Work Experience (Years, Type): 5 years @ the DoD (FFRDC)
Math/Econ Background: All types of Econ classes, Math up to Calc 3. Some other logic / number theory classes
Foreign Language Background: None
Intended Field of Study in Grad School: Security Studies (counter-terrorism, cyberwar)
Long Term Professional Goals: Research counter-terrrorism issues as it relates to information technology. Example, how terrorists use the Internet. Definitely work in research think tank in the defense industry. Possibly teach evening classes if given the opportunity.
Planning on applying to DC schools only since that is where I live and work.
Georgetown SSP (top choice)
JHU SAIS (2nd choice)
Maybe apply to GW and American