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Thanks @loveglove ! Unfortunately what I have with my local school is already an extended deadline...so not much room for bargaining But thanks for your suggestion in the 1st part tho!

Hi there, I'm trying to make my decision on which school to attend...not like I have super pro offers, but I do need more suggestions! My background: B.A. in International Relations from UBC (Canada), worked in media for 3 yrs, speaks 3 languages fluently and basic knowledge in 2 other languages/dialects; plan to return to Vancouver after graduation and work on Asia-pacific trade policies at intl. org. / non-profit / MNC. So here are the pros and cons of each offer I've got: Columbia (SIPA) MIA: Pros - Highly matched program (emphasis on language abilities, global perspective etc.) - The network, yes, the network! - Internship opportunities at places like UN - Dream school! Cons - super HIGH tuition and living costs - completely new environment + safety concern - Will the network still be applicable if I eventually come back to Canada? Georgetown (McCourt) MPP: Pros - Good reputation - Closer to the political center - $10,000 USD scholarship for the 2016-17 academic year Cons - Good relation with US government might be less relevant to my future career direction - Again, the new environment and network concerns UBC MPPGA: Pros - $10,000 CAD scholarship for the coming academic year; possibility to get another $5,000 CAD for the 2017-18 academic year - Very familiar environment, no need to move and no long-D relationship (happier BF ) - Local connections (?) - relatively low tuition and living costs (considering Canadian dollar is weaker) (happier mom and dad ) Cons - program itself is very new (less than 2 years old), meaning it is probably not as established and the connections might not even be there - ranking isn't as high - pressing deadline! need to reply this week Thanks loads for helping!