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Magdalin

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    Washington, DC
  • Application Season
    2015 Fall
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    Security Studies

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  1. Congrats ajl! I've been living, working and studying in DC for a few years now. I'm in the international security field. GW has a very good reputation in the DC area. It's seen as slightly below Georgetown, but nonetheless respectable. Many people from GW work or intern with the US State dept, which is right across the street. The greatest benefit of being in DC is having the ability to attend events and network in your free time. However, if that is not your thing, and you like to concentrate on your coursework, then the location may not be as big a deal. I'm not very familiar with Tufts, but if it's faculty is well networked, it may be a good choice. Keep in mind that in DC, the cost of living will add significantly to the cost of your program. Good luck!
  2. Thanks for your input! I think I am going to go with UMD, and leave the fabulous DC lifestyle for when I am making an income.
  3. I am seeking a Master's in International Security Policy. I've been admitted into multiple Master's programs, including JHU SAIS and George Washington Elliott School. However, these were simply too expensive and I have narrowed it down to these two programs-- either an MA IR in US Foreign Policy and National Security at American University, or an MPP with a concentration in International Security and Economic Policy (ISEP) at University of Maryland. I would have an assistantship at both schools. My original inclination was to go with American, because it seems to be ranked higher for International Affairs, and has a better location, but UMD has given me a very good financial aid package-- so good, that the entire degree would be about the price of a Honda Fit. AU awarded me a stipend as well, but it's a very small portion of the private school price tag. So, in essence, should I go with the one that is a better financial decision, or with the one that seems to have a more prestigious program? Any advice would be much appreciated!! If it makes any difference, I want to focus on resource scarcity and environmental issues as they pertain to conflict, state collapse, insurgency, and other security issues. I am interested in working for the government or private sector post-graduation.
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