Admission decisions for SIPA’s MIA, MPA, and MPA-DP programs will begin rolling out next week. We thank all the patiently waiting candidates sitting by their computers. It was a tough year reviewing application in terms of volume and system changes but we got through it and now we’re almost ready to release decisions — just…
SIPA Fun Facts
Think you know everything about Columbia’s esteemed School of International and Public Affairs? So did we, until we decided to compile a list of fun facts about our beloved graduate institution. Here are some things we bet you didn’t know about SIPA and its storied history. SIPA was originally named the School of International Affairs….
A California versus New York Comparison…
Things Southern California SIPA students notice right away… 1. The weather difference! Anyone who grew up in Southern California will notice when the temperature drops below 55 degrees…In California, we call it the “arctic chill” Arctic Chill: This year the east coast experienced the POLAR VORTEX. Polar Vortex in NYC: 2. the importance of a…
It’s back… TEDxColumbiaSIPA
TEDx was created in the spirit of TED’s mission, “ideas worth spreading.” The program is designed to give communities, organizations and individuals the opportunity to stimulate dialogue through TED-like experiences at the local level. TEDxColumbiaSIPA is a locally-organized, student-led event designed to spark authentic, impassioned, and open-minded dialogue in our community. It is organized by…
My Application is Complete – Now What?
So your application is submitted and all materials have been received (i.e. complete), now you have some free time to start preparing for school in the fall. What should I do? Good question! We have compiled a list of things you can do while you wait for an admissions decision from SIPA and other policy…
Office Working Remotely
Please note, due to COVID-19, the SIPA Admissions and Financial Aid office are working remotely starting March 16, 2020, until further notice.
We will continue to respond to emails as promptly as possible. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Important Dates
October 15, 2020: MIA/MPA/MPA-DP Spring Application Deadline
November 1, 2020: MIA/MPA/MPA-DP Fall Application Early Action Deadline
November 3, 2020: U.S. Election Day
January 5, 2021: MIA/MPA/MPA-DP Fall Fellowship Consideration Deadline
Recent Posts
- Applying in Quarantine: What does a productive application schedule look like in a pandemic?
- Program Assistant Introduction: Tenzin Dawa Thargay MIA ’21
- Program Assistant Introduction: Monica Vega Herrera MIA ’21
- Program Assistant Introduction: Sevita Rama MPA-DP ’21
- Program Assistant Introduction: Zawadia LeFang MPA ’21
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