The following is a greeting to recently admitted applicants from the MIA Class President, Brian Greer. First, congratulations on being admitted to SIPA. I am honored that I have the opportunity to share with you some of the experiences I have had at one of the premier international relations/policy schools in the world. Since January…
The Pro-Con List
If you have yet to do so, you are bound to eventually. Old school or digital, you will sit down with a blank piece of paper and draw a couple of columns or open up an Excel spreadsheet. You will then label the columns “Pro” and “Con.” Perhaps you have a separate sheet of paper…
Graduate Assistant Positions
Our office was recently made aware of some graduate assistant positions available through the Office of Multicultural Affairs. The deadline to apply for these positions is Friday, May 6th. Details and contact information can be found by clicking here. We have been receiving many great questions concerning expenses and financial aid and I will author…
SIPA Follies – Are You Chicken?
First a quick update on decisions . . . still 5% to go so hang in there if you are still waiting. We are rolling them out as they are made. New York City and SIPA students share something in common – vibrant energy. You never know what you might see in NYC, or in…
Official Transcripts and Test Scores
We have started to get some emails about receipt of official transcripts and test scores so let me provide a bit of guidance. We receive some test reports electronically and others via mail. The vast majority are sent to us as electronic files and they are downloaded into a centralized Columbia University computer system. We…
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
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