ArcherSterling Posted April 1, 2014 Share Posted April 1, 2014 (edited) @Inka dreams Adding to what limmerz has posted, Twin Cities has two campuses: one in Minneapolis and one in St. Paul. The Minneapolis campus is broken down into the East Bank and West Bank. Carlson School of Management (where the majority of our classes will be held) is located in the West Bank. @limmerz Stacy actually mentioned that the school was going to start a Facebook group for us in the following weeks. We should receive an email for that soon, look out of it! Edited April 1, 2014 by ArcherSterling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inka dreams Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 @Inka dreams Adding to what limmerz has posted, Twin Cities has two campuses: one in Minneapolis and one in St. Paul. The Minneapolis campus is broken down into the East Bank and West Bank. Carlson School of Management (where the majority of our classes will be held) is located in the West Bank. @limmerz Stacy actually mentioned that the school was going to start a Facebook group for us in the following weeks. We should receive an email for that soon, look out of it! Thanks @ ArcherSterling @ Katia_Chan @ Limmerz I was a little confused initially cuz on of my friends in Minnesota said there are many unis that are called university of Minnesota. It is understandable cuz we also have a similar system of unis in my country that are treated as separate based on their location, faculty, departmental strength, pedigree etc. even though they share the same name. Can anyone help me with choosing accom? As in I am an international student, and I have absolutely no clue where to look or how. How much should I budget for accom, food, inet + miscellaneous per month? (Living expenses) I would preferably look for something cheap but safe and neat and maybe around students nearby... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
limmerz Posted April 2, 2014 Share Posted April 2, 2014 @ArcherSterling Oh sweet! i will definitely look out for that email. Thank you @InkaDreams I posted some information about neighborhoods where you can look for housing options, one of the 1st year students right now sent it to me so it should sort of guide you. If you are looking for something that is affordable, you might want to get a 2 or more bedroom so you can have a roommate/roommates. You can check out Grandmarc apartments, they are really nice and really close to Carlson(according to @ArcherSterling) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Easy-joy Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 @Inka dreams West bank Seven corners probably is the closest one to Carlson. East bank has more options from my point of view . Several areas, Dinkey town, stadium area,etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Easy-joy Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 It is a good change to find roomate in here, huh ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcherSterling Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 @Inka dreams Here are some links to help you with housing. Some places offer furnished apartments and roommate matching. I just signed my lease with Grandmarc (the first link) since it's the closest, and seems to be the cheapest of all options I was looking at. Near West Bank (Near Carlson): http://go4studenthousing.com/ http://liveat7west.com/ Near East Bank: http://www.metroparkeast.com/ http://stadiumviewapts.info/ http://www.stadiumvillageflats.com/ In terms of budgeting, it's hard to say. If it's any consolation, there's so sales tax on clothing or unprepared foods (groceries) in Minnesota. Hope this helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inka dreams Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 @Inka dreams West bank Seven corners probably is the closest one to Carlson. East bank has more options from my point of view . Several areas, Dinkey town, stadium area,etc. Hmm... I did check out GrandMarc apartments... looks neat. But no detail on rents etc. What I am looking at is, I do not know how much to budget for a decent living. I am not keen on in campus living. So, I need to give my banks an estimate on rents, food, books and all. I have an estimate on the uni website, but I would rather hear it from people who know MN. People say that off campus is generally cheaper and better but you need to look around. I am fine with it. But I would really appreciate if someone can post an estimate for a single guy in a shared accom or a non shared single room in a decent place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inka dreams Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 Oh and did any of you guys check the "10 cool things abt UMN" video?? Anyone thrilled about the Tate telescope like me?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inka dreams Posted April 3, 2014 Share Posted April 3, 2014 @Inka dreams Here are some links to help you with housing. Some places offer furnished apartments and roommate matching. I just signed my lease with Grandmarc (the first link) since it's the closest, and seems to be the cheapest of all options I was looking at. Near West Bank (Near Carlson): http://go4studenthousing.com/ http://liveat7west.com/ Near East Bank: http://www.metroparkeast.com/ http://stadiumviewapts.info/ http://www.stadiumvillageflats.com/ In terms of budgeting, it's hard to say. If it's any consolation, there's so sales tax on clothing or unprepared foods (groceries) in Minnesota. Hope this helps! Oops... I saw this after I posted!! Cool, will have a look.... Thanks @ Archer Sterling!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winterbaby Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 Feels good to see people who are going to join the MA HRIR program. I'm most likely to join the program as well this Fall Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inka dreams Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 https://www.facebook.com/groups/635065386559721/ FB group link for the Class of 2016 - MA HRIR program!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Easy-joy Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 Welcome ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Easy-joy Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 I see one group in facebook "UMN MA-HRIR Class of 2016" with studying graduates who are willing to answer questions for new comers. FYI. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Easy-joy Posted April 8, 2014 Share Posted April 8, 2014 I did not see you post it already. Are you in ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inka dreams Posted April 9, 2014 Share Posted April 9, 2014 I did not see you post it already. Are you in ? Not yet Easy-Joy. But I will! Spoke to Chang Shi, a chinese first year student. Very very helpful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Easy-joy Posted April 10, 2014 Share Posted April 10, 2014 Oh really. He is a nice guy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArcherSterling Posted April 11, 2014 Share Posted April 11, 2014 Remember, the deposit to hold your spot is due on April 15th! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeographyOSU Posted April 14, 2014 Author Share Posted April 14, 2014 Still no decision from UMD..i contacted a PoI in the department, and he seemed frustrated that the admissions committee had not met yet, and it sounds like this Friday might be the next available day. I assume this department doesn't have to follow the April 15th deadline. :/ I just want to find out soon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeographyOSU Posted April 22, 2014 Author Share Posted April 22, 2014 Got an e-mail from the graduate director congratulating me on my acceptance!!! I'm so happy. Is there any other UMD-bound students here? Katia_chan and Jokenberry 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sakethchecka Posted April 28, 2014 Share Posted April 28, 2014 Anyone for Masters in Industrial Engineering around here?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bakalamba Posted May 5, 2014 Share Posted May 5, 2014 Any future Education grad students? I'll be attending in the Fall for the OLPD PhD program. Looking forward to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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