Has anyone attended the UCI MPP program and can tell me about their experiences? It seems that the program is incredibly new and even though I have been accepted, I am doubtful of the reputation of the program itself. As of now, the program is not ranked among the top MPP programs, and I am assuming this is because of the limited history of the program itself. I really didn't consider myself a strong applicant, and wonder if I should put in some effort to enter a more reputable school.
My reasons for this are because of a study I read from the Georgetown review stating that, unlike other fields, entering government and law relies heavily on school pedigree (the top 5 Pol Sci programs supply 50% of gov't jobs). While I plan on applying to law school after my MPP, it seems like getting admitted to a more reputable MPP program will help me "cross-over" to a law program with a higher amount of job security.
I am finding it difficult to find current information on former or current graduates' experiences at the university. Any information would be lovely.
