1. How did you decide to apply to SIPA? Did you always see yourself here? Or, did going to Columbia…
“What are my chances if I have a bad grade?”
Years ago, I remember getting back to my apartment after meeting up with a friend for dinner. I was in…
What Do All the Deadlines Mean?
If you are applying to start during the fall semester, you may have noticed that there are several options for…
Calling all HBCU Grads: Jasmine McClam MPA ’22 on how her HBCU led her to SIPA
Originally from Houston, TX, Jasmine McClam is a second-year MPA student concentrating in Urban and Social Policy (USP) and specializing in…
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Don’t let imposter syndrome stop you from applying – here’s my advice.
The graduate school application process, no doubt, involves a lot of physical, mental, and emotional energy. It’s also fair to…
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Four Questions to Ask Yourself Before Applying to an International Dual Degree Program
As an international dual degree student between Sciences Po Paris and SIPA, I can attest that these programs present a…
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Common Application Questions: Types of Recommenders
As a Program Assistant at SIPA Admissions, I’ve noticed several concerns regarding recommenders for the MIA/MPA application. Below are answers…
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Advice on this year’s Personal Statement vs. Second Essay
Today I’m here to talk to you about the second essay for the MPA/MIA application this year. Also note that…
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Roundup: The application advice posts that helped me when I was applying
Following up on my last post with tips for strengthening your application (which you can find here), here are some…
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Tips for Strengthening Your Application
While graduate school applications can be a stressful process, we are here to help. Having been through the application process…