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Yeah I just got waitlisted too. Chances are I won't have any new grades, recommendations or employment before the end of April so do you think its even worth being on the list? I definitely won't get any funding either. Dammit, U of M waitlisted me for undergrad too and I really thought I'd have a good shot this year.

I'm looking for some advice. I'm looking to study international nuclear weapons policy and arms control and maybe work for an overseas NGO. For that reason I've applied to programs that are more broadly focused instead of those solely concerned with security policy. Basically, I want to study nuclear weapons policy within the broader framework of international relations, and to have career options other than working for the US Government. I've applied to these programs: Woodrow Wilson School (MPA) - International Security Studies Columbia SIPA (MIA) - International Conflict Resolution Chicago CIR (MA-IR) Michigan Ford School (MPP) Georgetown Walsh SFS (MSFS) - Conflict Resolution GWU Elliott School (MIA) For instance, both Washington DC schools offer a Master's in Security Studies. While it seems like that might be a good program for nuclear policy, I feel as though the only people who do it want to work for the Defense Department. Am I correct, or should I consider transferring if I get accepted? Thanks and good luck with admissions.

I heard back on Thursday night and I'm pretty psyched about getting in with a 1/3 tuition scholarship. I thought I wouldn't have a chance to get in such a small program since I go to a state school and my GRE Verbal was pretty mediocre. I guess I must have had good letters of rec and a good personal statement. I go to school about 2 1/2 hours from U of C, so I'll definitely attend the open house in April. Good luck and I hope to meet you all soon.