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Thanks for the replies! I began to consider the MPA after having difficulty securing an internship or staff assistant job on the Hill. I don't have any connections and have tried reaching out to strangers on LinkedIn, but no one has really offered to help or give me any advice. I'm also applying to almost everything on Tom Manatos, but have yet to get any responses. I figure the MPA will give me time to intern and network, but I agree that it isn't necessary. Does anyone have any advice or leads to share? I'd sincerely appreciate it. Definitely willing to start at the bottom so I can watch and learn everything I possibly can.

Graduated in 2013 and was planning on attending law school, but decided that I ultimately do not want to practice law. Instead, I'd like to work in congressional politics. What MPA (or similar) programs would be recommended for someone with: 3.7 GPA Years of teaching experience abroad Interest in working on the Hill My top choice so far is GWU's MPA. I'm also considering taking the GRE to expand my options, but after months of studying for the LSAT the thought of studying for an entirely new test is daunting. Thanks!