Hey guys,
I have been a silent lurker on this site for a long time! I've finally decided to post with the traditional "what are my chances" post! Hoping I can get some advice on here for my applications to MPP programs. I understand that no one here is an expert and can give perfect answers, but some direction about how my profile stands will be very helpful in deciding
I am looking to apply for fall 2018 for MPP/MPA programs to mid-to-top-tier colleges such as SIPA, IHEID, LSE, LKYSP, Fels', Sanford.. Still working out this list of course, but essential a course that focuses on overall development policies, good combination of theory and practice and a flexibility in courses, esp quant (ie, not quant heavy).
My application background is as follows:
Undergrad school: B.A in Economics (major) with sociology and political science majors from top 5 arts college in India
GPA: 3.6 with an undergraduate thesis
Other qualifications: Diploma in leadership and liberal arts from a competitive and renowned fellowship program
Work Experience: Currently 1.5yrs in a not-for-profit (social enterprise incubator and investor), 1 month of development consultancy work in Vietnam and 1 yr as a co-founder of a social enterprise
GRE: 160V/158Q
Volunteer/Public Service experience: none since graduating college. I was much more involved in volunteering in college (head of social action club, publications, and editor of a few department magazines) and internships in think tanks
Look forward to hearing from all of you and learning more as we go through this grueling process soon! Thanks!