DreezyDrake

Boulder Wait Listers, Ive heard from the Graduate Director that he is not expecting to take any more people off the waitlist; hope this helps you with your decision.

That is what Ive heard about Boulder too, but they dont seem to place at R1s while Iowa is pretty stellar at placing in R1s (not sure if I want to go Elite LIb or R1 yet, so I need a flexible program). And yes, I did tell Iowa about my other signing bonuses, and my POI said she is working on getting me one, I figure whats the harm in asking!

Hi Everyone! I just started using Grad Cafe so I'm not sure if I'm in the right place, but I'm just looking for some advice about the two programs that I am between. I'm looking to study American and Comparative with a third (non tested field) in methods. I am interested in public opinion, representation, civic engagement, and particpation. I'm currently between UC Boulder and University of Iowa. I've toured both, have a strong POI at each, and I am funded at both (Boulder 17,500 + $1,000 signing bonus, Iowa 18,500 + signing bonus to come) I toured both and had an awful time at Boulder's recruitment, mostly due to the planning of events and rides to/from the airport, and am trying to equally compare the two schools but its hard when I had an amazing experience at Iowa and an awful one at Boulder. What are people's thoughts on placement and on the programs as a whole. I know Iowa has higher rates of publications, but am unsure about the REAL stats on placements. Which school do you all already in academia think is better at american politics, especially the more poli psych area? Thank you all in advance! I really need some help!