IR: Swat v. Gtown SFS

Colleges and Universities A-Z Georgetown University
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<p>I was hoping to seek an advice regarding my current dilemma.</p>

<p>I have been fortunate enough to have a choice among the two of my top choice schools - Swarthmore and Georgetown SFS. While I am dedicated to International Relations for undergraduate studies, I intend to attend law school within a few years of my graduation from college and attain a J.D. While my current intention is to work in foreign relations, my intended future occupation may most certainly change throughout the course of my further education.</p>

<p>Financial concerns are minimal, and I consider myself conservative in political interests as well as in my living style (and in general, very vocal about my personal views. I mention it only because many have mentioned Swarthmore to be a very liberal place). I do come from a metropolitan city.</p>

<p>I am now split between two very different, but great schools. Yes, I am dedicated to IR for undergraduate studies. No, I do not intend to attend graduate schools for IR. I would welcome any insight that people may be willing to share.</p>

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<p>Given your interests, proposed future path, style, etc. it seems as though Georgetown and SFS (along with being in DC) is the best option of two very excellent institutions.</p>

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<p>I have to agree with Medman. Given your interests Georgetown sounds like a better match. Also, Georgetown is more politically diverse than Swarthmore. Conservatives will feel welcome. Georgetown has speakers for both ends of the spectrum. This semester the Ann Coulter, Michael Moore, Newt Gingrich and Margaret Atwood have given talks on campus.</p>

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<p>There is no comparison. While Swarthmore is an amazing school, nothing trumps Georgetown SFS for IR.</p>

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<p>Hoya Saxa!</p>