Welcome to the final post of our two-part series introducing the International Fellows Program (IFP)! This post will provide insights…
Intro to International Fellows Program Pt. 1: Meet Prof. Sestanovich
Welcome to the first of our two-part series introducing the International Fellows Program (IFP)! This post will provide insights from…
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Application Tip: Things to Avoid if Writing about the COVID-19 Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has affected us all in various ways. For some of you, it may have prompted your decision…
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A common mistake with Personal Statements: Being Overly Romantic
I was listening to an experienced colleague, who has served on various Admissions Committees around Columbia University, talk about a…
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The 2021 Columbia SIPA Application is Open
We are excited to announce that SIPA's 2021 Application is officially live. We strongly recommend providing yourself with ample time…
Columbia SIPA Spring 2021 Application Now Live
We are happy to announce that our Spring 2021 application is live for our MIA, MPA, and MPA-DP programs. For…
Roundup: Final reminders before the January 5th deadline
For those of you applying for the January 5th Fellowship Consideration deadline, you're almost at the finish line! If you're…
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The Personal Statement: What We Look For
The personal statement is a common source of anxiety for applicants. We understand it can be difficult to articulate your…
Surviving (and thriving) the Video Essay
Photo Credit Remember: The video essay is available after you submit your application and pay the application fee. The Video…
Studying Cybersecurity at SIPA: A Course Guide
Photo: SIPA students and recent graduates traveled to Washington, D.C., to meet with senior industry professionals and SIPA alumni working in…