febreze Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 I'm just wondering about people's thoughts on Tufts. I got an offer from them and am seriously considering going. They offered me a good amount of funding but I'm concerned about the cost of living up there. Any opinions on whether it's worth it? My goal is a PhD so I'm taking that into account when deciding where to get my MA.Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddingScholar Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 I'm just wondering about people's thoughts on Tufts. I got an offer from them and am seriously considering going. They offered me a good amount of funding but I'm concerned about the cost of living up there. Any opinions on whether it's worth it? My goal is a PhD so I'm taking that into account when deciding where to get my MA.Thanks. I am in the same position! Any advice would help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hegel's Bagels Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 Tufts has a great placement record in PhD programs. Message me if you want to talk more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atdunkin Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 (edited) Congratulations! I am very interested in the program. If you don't mind, could you please let me know how much funding you get? Edited March 10, 2014 by atdunkin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChurchLover Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 (edited) Don't have anything to contribute, but I too would like to get an idea for Tufts' reputation. They gave me a decent amount of funding and I'm seriously considering attending. Edited March 11, 2014 by ChurchLover Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddingScholar Posted March 11, 2014 Share Posted March 11, 2014 Would any of the Tufts admits be willing to speak with me regarding the school, program and funding? I would love to compare notes, share thoughts, impressions, etc, but of course completely understand if you are not comfortable doing that. If you would like to talk, please PM me. Thank you and congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArtHistoryandMuseum Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 In general, Boston is pretty pricey, and it can be a challenge to secure good, affordable, convenient housing. From my experience: Medford is in proximity to hip Somerville, which I like a lot. I have also walked to Tufts University from the T. It's not bad, but it does get chilly in winter! For more specifics, I'd recommend checking out "Boston & Cambridge, MA" on GradCafe. Ask there about the realities of funding and housing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
febreze Posted March 12, 2014 Author Share Posted March 12, 2014 (edited) Yea Tufts seems great but it's so expensive to live there even though they offered funding (but no stipend). I've heard nothing but great things about its reputation as well (from people on this forum and professors). I feel at this point I'm leaning towards Penn even though the tuition is more because after doing research and talking to faculty at both it's (in my opinion - not trying to offend) a better school/program and it will give me the best opportunity when I apply for the phd. Philadelphia also seems way more reasonable as far as cost of living. Just my two cents. Also, sorry but I'm not comfortable sharing the details about finances on the internet but congrats to everyone else who got in and I hope the funding works out for you. Edited March 12, 2014 by Yce3f7c BuddingScholar 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddingScholar Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Yea Tufts seems great but it's so expensive to live there even though they offered funding (but no stipend). I've heard nothing but great things about its reputation as well (from people on this forum and professors). I feel at this point I'm leaning towards Penn even though the tuition is more because after doing research and talking to faculty at both it's (in my opinion - not trying to offend) a better school/program and it will give me the best opportunity when I apply for the phd. Philadelphia also seems way more reasonable as far as cost of living. Just my two cents. Also, sorry but I'm not comfortable sharing the details about finances on the internet but congrats to everyone else who got in and I hope the funding works out for you. I will second what you said. I would love to go to Tufts, but I am starting to realize that it is becoming more and more difficult due to financial reasons. I thought I would let everyone know about what I found on financial aid (i.e. student loans) also. I called their financial aid office this morning and they told me that you are allowed to borrow a maximum of $20,500/year. So... subtract the part of the tuition that you are responsible for, and whatever is left is what you will have as stipend for the year; and voila! One of the things that I am now left wondering is if students have any time to work given the amount of classes one is supposed to take each semester. This is becoming increasingly untenable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddingScholar Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Just turned down my offer from Tufts. I hope that it will open up a spot for someone who can actually afford to go there. Best of luck to all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
febreze Posted March 13, 2014 Author Share Posted March 13, 2014 (edited) I'm probably going to have to do it too. Penn's a better fit anyways. Where did you accept? Congratulations! Edited March 13, 2014 by Yce3f7c Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddingScholar Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I haven't made a final decision yet, but started to decline offers. I am trying to narrow down my list while also waiting to see if Williams will come through by some miracle. : / Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChurchLover Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Just as an update, I'm about 99% sure I'll be heading to Tufts. Sounds like we'll all end up at some pretty prestigious programs, though. Good luck with Williams, BuddingScholar! BuddingScholar 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuddingScholar Posted March 24, 2014 Share Posted March 24, 2014 Just as an update, I'm about 99% sure I'll be heading to Tufts. Sounds like we'll all end up at some pretty prestigious programs, though. Good luck with Williams, BuddingScholar! Thank you, ChurchLover!!!! All the best at Tufts! ChurchLover 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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