MS in Public Relations, NYU or BU or Northwestern IMC?

[Huiqianpeng]

Hello! I've received offers from NYU and Boston University, both programs are master in Piblic Relations. Meanwhile I am waiting for the IMC program of Northwestern U. 

As a graduate student majoring in foreign languages and without PR related working experience, I intent to gain some professional experience while studying.

Personally I don't think Northwestern wants me because they usually require experience; and I am not confident enough to choose its IMC program because a lot of courses are about finance and statistics. 

Boston U is good, but when talking about internships and job opportunities as well as related industries in the city, isn't NYC a better place? I guess BU is more academic. 

As for NYU, I really want to go there but I worry a little about the name of the school to which the program belongs. School of continuing and professional studies... Will it cause some misunderstanding? Another concern is the quality of the program. Some say it is highly practice-based, which is exactly what I want; but others say that it accepts too many students so it becomes less valuable. 

 

Could you guys share share some experience and give me some advice? Thanks a lot!

[monicaaaa20]

Hi! I was wondering what you ended up choosing and if you have any insights for me! I am also between BU and NYU for the same program. I would appreciate any advice you have and what made you finally choose your decision!