<p>I have an opportunity to study a fully funded MA in Queensland University, Australia (through rotary fellowship), and I also have an offer from Upenn for a two years MA. The UQ is funded generously (fully covered). Upenn offered me a FLAS fellowship, which will cover my first year plus $15000 in stipend. There is no assurance that I might get the FLAS fellowship for the second year. Now the question is this: Should I accept the rotary peace fellowship (an 18 months program in Queensland) or should I accept the Upenn's two year MA (the first year of which is already financially guaranteed? Before the Upenn option was available, I was all excited about going to Australia, but now I am a little concerned as to which one to accept. Both programs are exactly what I want to study. I love to live abroad and study abroad. But I also love the name Ivy associated with my MA. So, truly confused. </p>
<p>Why would you turn down what is likely to be a once in a lifetime and very likely a life changing opportunity? Plan to succeed in your first year at Penn.</p>
<p>Thank you. </p>