DU Korbel vs. Chicago CIR vs. AU SIS

[ceid90]

Hi everyone,

 

New to the forums here and have been accepted to these schools (still waiting to hear from GW Elliott & SIPA though chances are low for the latter):

 

1. Denver Korbel School - MA in International Studies (no funding)

2. Chicago Committee on International Relations - MA in International Relations (1/3 tuition)

3. American School International Service - MA in IDEV (waiting for funding info)

4. UCSD IR/PS - Masters in Pacific Int'l Affairs (waiting for funding info)

 

Would love to get some input on the pros/cons for each and which you would choose. Any feedback from alumni greatly appreciated as well!

 

I have pretty much ruled out UCSD - not sure I will have a regional focus in the pacific arena, have lived in SD before and just want a change/new city, and the program isn't as highly ranked from what I've gathered. I do love the school and city though so have not ruled it out completely.

 

I have not fully decided whether or not I want to head into an academic or policy career, but am leaning toward the latter and would love to do development work abroad in the future.  

 

TIA!

Edited March 16, 2014 by ceid90