Hey guys!
I'm new to this forum, so if I get anything wrong, please bear with me.
All of you have such extensive and exciting backgrounds and experiences, it's humbling!
So I wanted some advice/suggestions regarding the MA in International Affairs at NPSIA.
I have just returned to Canada following a Fellowship with Teach for India, an NGO aiming to improve the quality of education in low-income schools in India.
I hold a BA (Hons) in Sociology (graduated May 2013) from The University of Western Ontario, with a CGPA of 3.0, while my GPA of the last 2 years is 3.7.
My undergrad qualitative thesis was on the role of social media (particularly YouTube) in facilitating the Occupy Movement based on reactions of protestors.
I was a recipient of the Rotary Global Grant in 2013 (formerly Ambassadorial Scholarship), which is a $30,000 award that be used in any country where Rotary Clubs are located, and provides $30,000 for tuition, fees, travel, living expenses, and service project expenses. However, I decided to forgo this award to pursue the Fellowship with Teach for India.
I have moved a lot as a child; have lived in 3 countries - India, UAE, Canada, and speak 6 languages - English, Hindi, Urdu (fluent), and Spanish, Arabic, French (basic), and therefore have volunteer/internship (minor/ unrelated) experience in these regions.
I am very interested in the MA in International Affairs, in the International Economic Policy; am aware that the deadline for Fall 2014 was January 31, and second round offers are made before the August 31 deadline.
Would you recommend applying to the program for this fall? or Should I wait till next year?
What do you think the chances of me getting in are?
Would appreciate any/every insight! Thank you!!
Gluck to everyone