Looking for a Quantitative and Analytical Heavy MPP/MPA

[gradschoolseeker]

I am graduating this year (May 2010) and getting a Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics - Agricultural and Environmental Econ (at a Big 10 university).

Considering my Econ and Mathematics background, I was wondering if someone can help direct me to programs that are heavy in those areas?

Other topics I am interested in, (I love analysis):

-Comparative Policy and Politics

-International Policy, foreign policy

-Analysis and evaluation

-Developmental Econ

It may seem that I should get an MA in Econ; however, I'm really liking the professional degree of an MPA/MPP. Please let me know if you think it would be wise to stick with Econ vs. the MPA.

These are some schools I am thinking about, I am planning to start the application process for Spring 2011, or Fall 2011.

George Mason

UMBC

North Carolina State University

I have weak GPA of 3.2, my GREs are V: 550, Q: 620, & Writing: 4. I understand I'm not competitive. I have to try the GRE again.

Please let me know if you'd like to learn more about my situation. I'm looking forward to some feedback.