MS in Global Affairs at NYU (SPS)?

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Anyone here an alumni, current student, or has applied to the Master's in Global Affairs at SPS? I have a couple questions which I would greatly appreciate if anyone answered:

 

1. Can the program be finished in one year instead of the two it usually takes?

2. How much are tuition costs for a regular student (American citizen, unfunded)?

3. Is it possible to transfer gracefully into an academic PhD program after? I know it's very much a professional school and degree, so I was curious if it was possible to use this as a stepping stone along your way into an academic career. Any anecdotal stories or data-driven stuff appreciated!

Thank you so much! It's remarkable how rarely I've seen this program discussed online, so apologies in advance for the baby-tier questions!