The coronavirus pandemic has affected us all in various ways. For some of you, it may have prompted your decision…
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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…
Application submitted! What now?
So you’ve just submitted your application and, like I was, you’re probably dreading the thought of waiting for decisions to…
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…
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…
Applying to SIPA as a Veteran or Active Duty Service Member
The transition from military service to graduate school can be intimidating, and veterans may have many concerns including how to…
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Struggling to plan for applications? Here’s my timeline.
Applying to graduate school can be daunting especially if you have work and personal commitments that make it hard to…
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Start early! Four things applicants should do now
The 2020 application is open, and we encourage all applicants to get an early start! While the deadlines for regular…
The Waiting Game
The people who all knowingly state patience is a virtue must have never felt the acute anxiety that accompanies waiting…
4 Tips to Ace the GRE
Julia Chung is born and raised in New Jersey, but hopes to be considered an honorary New Yorker. She is…