Hey all, hope everybody is getting through the application processes somewhat painlessly. Looking to see what my chances may be for MPA programs.
Programs: LSE MPA International Development, SAIS MA International Development, Columbia SIPA Economic and Political Development, Tufts MALD
Undergaduate institution: University of California, Berkeley
Undergraduate Degree: BS Environmental Economics and Policy
Undergraduate GPA: 3.67 (3.8-3.9 Major GPA)
GRE: Verbal: 162; Quant: 162 (AW 4.0)
Years out of Undergrad: 2 years (at time of enrollment)
Years of Work Experience: 2 years full-time (at time of enrollment)
Describe Relevant Work Experience:
- consultant at agricultural research institute in Bangladesh
- researcher (including project design) for non-profit in East Africa
- intern with group that provides legal representation for groups affected by international financial institutions
Languages: English (native), Bengali (working), French (basic), Kiswahili (basic)
Quantitative: math up to multivariable (but received C+ in MV Calc), concepts of probability
SOP: probably nothing special, but solid
LORs: 1 former professor of economics, 1 project supervisor, and 1 who was both
Questions: WE substantial enough for entry into top programs? How do not-the-greatest math scores affect chances into quantitative programs? Which are better programs to enter for quant study? Should I address my C scores in MV Calc in optional essays?
Thanks!