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  1. Hi all, I've heard that SAIS can tend to have a conservative outlook on things. True? Anyone taken classes there care to comment? Thanks so much!
  2. Hi all, Here's a general question: which "type" of degree gives one the skill set necessary for a successful career in international development--international relations degree (e.g. SAIS) or public policy degree (e.g. WWS, KSG)? How flexible are IR degrees in comparison to MPP/MPAs in terms of branching out to other types of jobs? i.e. say philanthropic consulting, etc. I'd love other foreign nationals to weigh in as well, as I am one and am looking to work either here in the US or outside the country.
  3. Wow, I thought I was the only one, ridiculous as that sounds. Thanks to all posters and the OP--reading this was really therapeutic. I had to turn down many programs this past week, some of which I really took a personal liking to. The worst is when a lesser program is really nice to you and really rolls out the red carpet and gives you its best in the hope of attracting you... ARGH. It felt really bad saying no to some of them. And the moment you hit the "send" button on the almost-could-have-been's...that just breaks my heart. I turned down two full-scholarship schools. The questioning that comes after is hard to deal with...wow...
  4. Hi all, So SAIS gave me a 2/3 funding fellowship but it is tied to area studies that is not my first choice. BUT...I still think I can do what I want to do at SAIS. The econ training will be really helpful for me. Plus, they guaranteed an assistantship and summer internship. Still, I feel like KSG is the best program for what I want to do (international education policy). They have great resources, great alumni and a great ed school. What concerns me is that either way I am going to end up in debt. 50K at SAIS, 100+K at KSG. Personally, I think I'd be happier in Boston than DC. HELP! I've run this through too many times in my head. Questions: --is 50K still too much debt, particularly for an international student who may work outside the US? --would i get the same sort of training that I want in program development and evaluation (public policy) at SAIS? It seems like they are very focused on macro-level trade and monetary-type studies. --i'm not super-psyched about studying a language I didn't sign up to study at SAIS, but the funding is tied to the languages in that area. All input very appreciated. good luck to everyone!
  5. Hi all, I've just gotten a pretty nice offer from the Southeast Asia program at SAIS. Does anyone know much about this program, e.g. reputation? good, well-connected profs? Is it a good idea to do an MA in area studies if you want to get into development work? Thanks very much.
  6. I'm looking at around $60K for the dream school, and am thinking that that amount seems a little unmanageable, so perhaps I will take a year to figure this all out. I am also debt free from undergrad with some savings.
  7. Desi, Congrats on your decision! I'm glad you are feeling good about Wagner. I went to visit American University, and am not sure it is the best fit for me. Their education school is not as strong and they are definitely not very quantitative in terms of the curriculum (at least, that's my impression). Also, their career services people service the whole school and not just the School of Public Affairs. They do not place as many people in the international sector, which is where I'd like to work. Now I'm really torn between American (full tuition) and Kennedy (nothing!). Am also waiting to hear back from SAIS. Have ruled most everyone else out. Suddenly, I feel like I am rushing this decision and may even take a year out to work out some of these funding issues.
  8. Hi Pesar, Thanks and good luck to you too! Maybe I'll see you at the new admits day! Hi Thunder, Thanks for the info! I am actually an international student and my govt doesn't have anywhere close a repayment program!
  9. Hi holdonhope, You're making me feel really good--thanks! I have been feeling kind of down lately because I had really want the KSG program (it's MY DREAM) and now I feel like I can't achieve it. Anyways, my stats: 3.7 GPA in sociology from top five liberal arts; GRE 740(V)/750(Q)/5.5(A). 1 yr of teaching experience, 2 years of higher ed administration experience. International student. Internships in non-profit in US and abroad. I wanted to focus my MPP on education policy. Let me know if I can help you in any way!
  10. I just know that it is not a school that is accredited by NASPAA...don't know if that matters to you. Also, full scholarship there only means they cover about $1000; you still have to pay fees and it is not cheap to live in Boston. The best deal out there for UMass is to get a full time job at the school itself (search the job postings) and then you get the whole thing for free plus you get income and can go to school in the evening...
  11. Anyone know about the possibilities for deferment at Harvard Kennedy School and American University? Thanks very much!
  12. Thanks pesar and sosh! Pesar, what other schools are you considering and is KSG at the top of your list? And are people generally unsuccessful with deferment?
  13. tough call, but is funding an issue at all? What is your dream job? I say AU as I think you will have more work opps related to what you want to do. Banking on just theUN may be tricky....
  14. Hi all, I'd appreciate people's input on this, as I've wracked/wrecked my brains too many times on my own. I am accepted at: KSG (MPP)--no funding Columbia (MIA)--no funding CMU (MSPPM)--$6000 a semester (in Pittsburgh and DC) American (MPP)--full scholarship U Conn (MPA)--full scholarship + stipend (sweet deal!) SAIS (MA)--waiting to hear on funding I don't anticipate a lucrative career and am therefore wary of debt. However, given my knowledge of the programs, I believe KSG would be the best fit (plus the partnership with the ed school will be advantageous). I want to do a concentration in international education and economic development. Also, the recognition that comes with the Harvard name will likely make it easier for me to work outside the US. Nonetheless, it is hard to turn down American--a pretty good program with full funding. I know I would also be happy at U conn--it is a small program and the profs are very accessible. The only reason I would want to go to SIPA is for the proximity and connections to the UN--my dream type of job. Is the Harvard namr and connections worth the debt? Another thought: should I wait and defer for a year, and look for funding snd/or apply to Woodrow Wilson? Didn't apply there this year b/c I couldn't get my application together in time. Then again, Princeton is mad competitive!!! ARGH!!! DECISIONS!!!! Thoughts? Thanks, everyone.
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