Suggestions for Theory MAs

[Flossy]

I am applying to PhD programs, but I'm looking in to also applying to 2-3 MA level theory programs.

I did well on the GRE, but the schools I attended for undergrad and law school have no pedigree for my interests, theory and public law.

As a result, I am looking to hedge my bets by applying to MA programs that emphasize political theory, particularly lefty and critical theory. This was advice from an advisor who went through something similar and was able to get in to PhD programs relatively easily by showing he could do the work in a more selective MA course.

I am applying to the New School. Are there other solid options that I can use if I don't make it in to some of the more competitive programs for a PhD like Chicago?

[RWBG]

For theory broadly, Toronto would have a good MA program. Lefty/critical theory, look at the MA program at York University.

[AlphabetSoup]

Try Canadian schools... nothing beats a fully funded MA! I would suggest you take a look at Toronto, UBC, McGill, McMaster etc. etc.