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Applying for graduate school? Things you can start doing now.

You’re thinking about going back to graduate school? Graduate school can be a rewarding experience where you can explore, engage and think… while establishing yourself for career advancement or job opportunities in your chosen path of study. But keep in mind graduate school is a huge commitment and it does not guarantee that you will…

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Columbia SIPA

PLUS Loan information

Some SIPA students find that they need additional resources beyond the $20,500 annual limit of an Unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan and other aid they have received. The loan most SIPA students turn to is the Federal Graduate PLUS Loan. This loan (which is credit-based) can be borrowed up to the full cost of attendance, including…

Posted on July 8, 2014 by Columbia SIPA

July 4th office hours

In celebration of Independence Day in the U.S., our offices will be closed tomorrow July 4. We will resume regular office hours from 9:00am to 5:00pm on Monday, July 7. Have a happy and safe weekend.

Posted on July 3, 2014 by Columbia SIPA

New SIPA Student Photo Series #2

Today’s submission comes from Karen Mustiga, MPA 2016. Karen was born in Lima, Peru and immigrated to the U.S. in the 1990s. Her disposition for public service and helping out the less fortunate comes from her roots and keen awareness to third-world poverty, political turmoil, and immigrant experience. She plans to concentrate her studies in…

Posted on June 24, 2014 by Columbia SIPA

New SIPA Student Photo/Story Series #1

We kick off the 2014 new student summer photo (and story) series today with a photo submission from incoming MIA student, Supriya Kumar. Ms. Kumar, a global nomad who has lived in five countries on three continents will be joining SIPA this fall. Here is a photo of my friend Susan and I at…

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Columbia SIPA