Humphrey vs. Trachtenberg (Masters, Public Policy)

[shivaacsharma]

Hello,

I have been accepted to Humphrey School of Public Policy, University of Minnesota with a Humphrey Scholarship, and George Washington University with a Global initiative scholarship for a Masters in Public Policy. Both are covering about 67% of my tuition (GW is a more expensive school, though). After talking, to various faculty and students, I get a sense that DC is a better place  to study public policy. However, some people are also of the opinion that Humphrey is one of the very well-connected schools. 

Given the more expensive tuition of GW and higher cost of living in DC, my question is if it is worth paying about 20,000 extra/per year to be inGeorge Washington University over University of Minnesota. 

I would really really appreciate the feedback.

Thanks