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Hi! International student here. I'm really frustrated and struggling with this decision, so your help is really appreciated. I've been admitted to Columbia SIPA with a 64k scholarship (roughly 50%) and to HKS MPP with zero funding. Taking into account just the money, the answer is obvious, but I would really love some insights about the programs and if it HKS is worth the 64k additional debt. My parents will give me a loan to pay Columbia, so the additional 64k will be the only debt I would be acquiring from a bank. FYI, I would like to focus in health policy and gender. My current pros/cons list is this one: Columbia Pros: NYC. Scholarship. The curriculum has a concentration and a specialization. Cons: Not really specialized in behavioral economics (love the topic and would like more insights). Not known in the job market as much as Harvard, at least in my country. They don't help you finding internship opportunities (that's what I've been told). HKS Pros: Alumni network Reputation (specially in Latin America) You can take MIT courses and meet students from other universities. Behavioral classes. Cons: Additional 64k debt. Thanks!!!!!