Heinz DC vs. Sanford (Duke) vs. Harvard GSE

[troysmith]

Hi everyone,

 

As someone who wants to work in education policy in either North Carolina or DC going forward, I am really struggling with this decision.  Both Heinz DC and Duke offered me decent scholarship money, though with Heinz I have the option of earning a salary as I work in DC my second year.  Duke has amazing NC connections and I would have the opportunity to take classes full-time for the two years, which may give me a more thorough skill set.  With Harvard EPM (Education Policy and Management), I would save money with a one year program, but the degree wouldn't be an MPP, only an M.Ed.

 

Thoughts???