grizzly Posted February 12, 2015 Posted February 12, 2015 Who else applied to Denver for 2015? I am really interested in the Korbel School. The course options seem great and I like that there is a big emphasis on professional development and post-grad career placement. Money is definitely my biggest concern- Denver seems so expensive! Has anyone else been invited to interview for fellowships? Any current Korbel students willing to weigh in on cost of living in the area?
Guest Posted February 13, 2015 Posted February 13, 2015 I applied to Korbel and have not herd anything yet. But, last week I reeived an email saying that my application has been forwarded to the 'International Security Department' for review. If that's the case, then I hope to know something by the end of ths month. This school is indeed the most expensive program on my list...but, I would imagine that Denver itself is cheaper to live in compared to places like DC.
deletethisname Posted February 14, 2015 Posted February 14, 2015 (edited) I received this email a couple weeks: You’ve probably heard this a lot from our emails, but thanks for your application to Korbel. I had a chance to look over your application real quick this afternoon (before sending it along to the review committee) and I’m really pleased with your background and your research interests as they fit nicely with the work/research/culture of Korbel. Language skills in a “critical language” is essential for your career goals—having Arabic is great, adding on Farsi would be even better. I wanted to highlight some Korbel Opportunities that are unique to Korbel and how they might fit with your specific interests. First off, our Center for the Study of the Middle East allows students with an interest in issues of importance to the region access to guest speakers, research and courses. We are also starting a certificate in religion and international affairs which would fit nicely with your interest in non-state actors (which you could get through the security program) and political Islam (which you could get through the certificate program). Finally, I encourage you to look at the research of Professor Nader Hashemi, our leading scholar on the Middle East. They definitely read my SOP. There was a lot more in that email but i am too lazy to edit/redact. Edited February 14, 2015 by kingthearab
deletethisname Posted February 23, 2015 Posted February 23, 2015 (edited) Based on the results from last years cohort, decisions should start trickling out this week. Anyone get anything yet? Edited February 23, 2015 by kingthearab
Guest Posted February 23, 2015 Posted February 23, 2015 I haven't heard anything yet. I hope that next week will be the designated time for a decision from there.
ZebraFinch Posted February 23, 2015 Posted February 23, 2015 Based on the results from last years cohort, decisions should start trickling out this week. Anyone get anything yet? I just got an email asking me for transcripts that don't exist (long story), but beyond that nothing. hope to hear soon.
AMNBAKER85 Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 I have not received anything yet either.
Xperto Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) Greetings I wanted to comment that I have received an acceptance letter along financial offering from Korbel a couple of hours ago. Therefore keep checking your mail for good news. Good luck to everyone! Cheers Edited February 26, 2015 by Xperto Xperto and ReinventOneself 2
Guest Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) ^Congrats! What program? And, when did you apply? Edited February 26, 2015 by Guest
deletethisname Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) Greetings I wanted to comment that I have received an acceptance letter along financial offering from Korbel a couple of hours ago. Therefore keep checking your mail for good news. Good luck to everyone! Cheers Congratulations! I have not received anything yet as well. Do you mind letting us know which program you applied to? Edited February 26, 2015 by kingthearab
grizzly Posted February 26, 2015 Author Posted February 26, 2015 I had a scholarship interview with Korbel yesterday and they said official decisions would begin coming out next week. Good luck to everyone!
Xperto Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) @kingthearab @OneLove21 I have applied and been accepted to the MA in Global Finance. Trade and Economic Integration. My admittance letter states that I am being offered the Korbel School Merit Scholarship. I submitted my application around Dec 25 Good luck to you all! Edited February 26, 2015 by Xperto
Guest Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) Oh, ok cool. I applied one day before the deadline and in a different program. So, hopefully we will know by next week as Grizzly said. Isn't Merit the biggest scholarship they have available as well? That's cool, if so. Edited February 26, 2015 by Guest
deletethisname Posted February 26, 2015 Posted February 26, 2015 @kingthearab @OneLove21 I have applied and been accepted to the MA in Global Finance. Trade and Economic Integration. My admittance letter states that I am being offered the Korbel School Merit Scholarship. I submitted my application around Dec 25 Good luck to you all! I assume you are an international student since you received your admittance letter first. I hope thats the case
Guest Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 So far, 2 acceptances have been posted for Korbel on the results page as of today. I infer that one of them were posted by Xperto. Hoping for the best....
Xperto Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 (edited) @OneLove21 Indeed one of those acceptance posts is mine. @everyone Just as a sign of encouragement for everyone that has not received anything yet. In the acceptance mail, they attach a youtube "welcome" video only accessible trough a link (as per youtube settings) and until a few minutes ago, said video has only around 40 views. Assuming that some people have seen the video, some others haven't and some others have watched it twice, I would deduce that only a small portion of the acceptances have been sent out and this is only the first batch; therefore expect good news coming to you soon!! Good luck to you all! Cheers! Edited February 27, 2015 by Xperto
Filmore22 Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 I received my acceptance by email just now. Good luck everyone!
Kalaba Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 (edited) I just received my acceptance by email, including funding notification. I applied for the Human Rights program. Anyone know when we're supposed to hear about the Updike Global Health Affairs scholarship? Edited February 28, 2015 by Kalaba
ZebraFinch Posted February 27, 2015 Posted February 27, 2015 I have buttons on the pioneer website saying "accept this offer" and "decline this offer" but no email! What does this mean?! *going insane* This is the one school I expect to get in.
Guest Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 ^ That usually signifies an acceptance based on the results search. Congrats. If anyone applied to the International Security program, please post when you get a response.Thanks.
AMNBAKER85 Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 I applied to International Security and will keep you posted when I get a response. Good luck!
NewAzazel Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 I applied to International Security and received my acceptance yesterday.
ZebraFinch Posted February 28, 2015 Posted February 28, 2015 Don't lose hope if you still haven't heard, I called yesterday and they said acceptance emails will be sent in the next couple of weeks ad well.
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