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I have been wondering this as well. At the moment I'm trying to decide between Portland State and the University of Sheffield, the former of which is in-state. But the total cost of PSU is only slightly cheaper than Sheffield, and I am very interested in studying abroad. UBC is my first choice. Haven't heard anything since the interview.

Just dropping in to advise anyone interested in WRGP tuition to check in with each school. I was under the impression that all eligible students who request WRGP on an application would receive the discount upon admission. That is definitely not the case! It works just like funding. Also, does anyone have advice on choosing programs that do offer more focus on theory? How would you go about looking for this? (For example, identifying programs with thesis routes.) I am undecided on a career in planning vs. academia, but I would like the option to pursue a path in research, so I'm hoping to narrow down some choices with that in mind.

Hi everyone! I am hoping to get advice on graduate programs in urban planning. I am an American with a Bachelor's degree in geography. (I've also posted this question on Reddit, in case anyone is seeing it again...) I've received acceptances from a few schools in the US, as well as Sheffield in the UK. (I'm waiting on a decision from a Canadian university.) Since I haven't received funding anywhere, Sheffield is the 2nd cheapest option as a one year program. The cheaper option would be an in-state university. However, I am very interested in starting a career abroad. I spent a semester abroad in Europe as an undergraduate student, and I have been itching to take more comparative planning courses ever since. I'm not 100% decided on a career in planning after graduation -- I would like to remain open to a career in planning or research. But I'm nervous that, in terms of a career in planning, studying in the UK will close doors rather than open them. It doesn't seem like there is a shortage of planners there, so I'd imagine finding a job would be difficult, and then I'd be at a disadvantage returning to the states... right? Anyone have advice for reaching a decision? I'd really like to travel and step outside of my comfort zone (again!), but I'm not sure grad school is the best time to do it, especially in a location-specific field like planning. P.S. I'd love to hear anybody's experiences studying overseas, regardless of field!