Public Policy / International Relations Master Programs

[Panorama]

Hi there, I've gotten accepted to Yale's MA in International Relations, Stanford's MA in International Policy Studies, SAIS, SIPA, Georgetown and U of Chicago MA in International Relations.. I want to work in non-profit world which seems to require a Master's but as I havne't gotten any funding I'm not sure if I will just get myself stuck with a burden of debt by enrolling. Any advice? And which of these programs is best regarded internationally? Thank you!

[matcha]

I asked one of my favorite undergrad professors the same question. His response was "never take out money for a Masters." Now, I think getting farther in a field takes a masters, at the very least. So the question is: is that program worth the price? You have some fabulous programs on your accepted list! I would take time to make sure the program and career services department are worth the price. After all, with the right connections and opportunities, you will have not only a fantastic career but a salary that can handle some student loans.