I've applied to some philosophy PhD programs, and I'm waitlisted in a couple. While being accepted for PhD is my first priority, regardless of university (out of the ones I applied to), Two programs have answered my request by inviting me to apply to their MA programs. CUNY's philosophy MA, and NYU's bioethics MA. My final goal is still to complete a philosophy PhD. What do you think? Should I accept? Will it eventually increase my odds of getting in to a PhD? Has anyone made this transition and can provide insight? I already have an MA, but it's from a much less known institution.
Thank you in advance
I've applied to some philosophy PhD programs, and I'm waitlisted in a couple. While being accepted for PhD is my first priority, regardless of university (out of the ones I applied to), Two programs have answered my request by inviting me to apply to their MA programs. CUNY's philosophy MA, and NYU's bioethics MA. My final goal is still to complete a philosophy PhD. What do you think? Should I accept? Will it eventually increase my odds of getting in to a PhD? Has anyone made this transition and can provide insight? I already have an MA, but it's from a much less known institution. Thank you in advance