MobileRelief

@GradSchoolGrad @prokem Thank you both for the inputs! I appreciate it. I have another question if you don't mind: is a high GPA in undergrad crucial to getting more $$$ from MPP programs later on? Or is experience, SOP, GRE, etc. equally if not more important?

Currently attending UCLA as an undergrad and have my sights on going for an MPP (or something like it) down the line after gaining a couple years' work experience (looking at Peace Corps). Obviously I am a bit early to this whole process, but have mainly been looking at Political Science and Public Affairs as majors. Generally speaking, I'm interested in public policy, international relations, and government affairs, and hope to eventually enter a career at gov agency, nonprofit, or think tank. However, lately I've been curious as to whether the analytical tools obtained in an Economics Major (perhaps paired with a major such as Intl Development) may prove more useful for grad school. My only reservations are that perhaps the Major gets a bit more in depth than what would be relevant/necessary for those careers, and I would not be able to get as high of a GPA in it. Any thoughts or advice would be greatly appreciated! ?