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So there are no takers for SAIS? Not one? I guess my impression of SAIS was larger than reality. I have heard many stellar accolades about SAIS' program, faculty, and events - Clinton, Geithner, Cooper have all spoken there recently. So I know that it is a great school. I just didn't know how SIS compared. People have talked about SAIS being much more selective than AU too, which made me quite happy when I got the letter. At the end of the day, it sounds like I might be at a disadvantage academically with a degree from SIS and thus have to work harder, network ect. But being almost debt free seems to win the vote over paying a premium for a premium name and premium contacts. The only thing I was fishing for was a general consensus about my situation thank you very much Not really sure, but I would still be in the same situation financially.

Thanks! It does seem like a good offer from AU, but I am just wondering if everyone who got into SAIS also got or would have received similar offers. Also, I forgot to mention that I got an assistantship at AU, for what it is worth

I submitted mine on the due date and heard back early this month.

My choice is between American MBA/MA (International Development) with a generous fin aid package, or SAIS (not Int. Dev) with no fin aid. I know that SAIS has a great program and is well known here in DC, but is the difference between the degrees worth the extra $90-120k in loans? I plan to pursue a career in economic development. I am a former Peace Corps Volunteer and worked for two years developing small businesses in an emerging market. Additionally, I am interested in addressing human trafficking issues in the United States and abroad. A legal background would probably be the most beneficial for this field, but I imagine that there are policy and other non-legal positions that would not require a JD. GMAT 640, 6.0 GPA 3.75, Undergrad: University of Washington Business Administration