<p>Can someone help me out with this one? I was accepted to GW's Elliot School and JHU, where I would study International studies.</p>
<p>Which program is better? Better reputation? Better teachers?</p>
<p>HELP!!</p>
<p>Bump! Please someone respond!</p>
<p>GW certainly has the advantage because of its location, and it is unique in that it has its own undergraduate school for IR, unlike JHU. I think JHU’s strong reputation in international relations is rooted in its grad school…not sure how strong its undergrad program is. Foggy Bottom > Baltimore, in my opinion. What are you looking for in a college experience other than a good IR dept?</p>
<p>Two great programs. Academically, you can’t go wrong. But totally different feel to the two campuses. Have you visited both? GW’s main campus is urban without a defined campus, while JHU has a more traditional campus. GW boasts of making DC part of your classroom. If you think you may change majors then look at how both schools stack up in other fields, e.g. JHU is stronger in the sciences. JHU has a reputation for having a lot of very intense pre-meds. That’s not all students, of course. </p>
<p>If there’s a money difference, fold that in.</p>
<p>While Hopkins has a reputation for premeds, its programs in Lit & Hume are quite strong. The Homewood campus is beautiful and it is definitely not Foggy Bottom. Unless you really want an urban experience, for the same money Hopkins would be my vote.</p>
<p>I mean, I want to have fun at college, while participating in an intellectually active community. Obviously, the name matters to me…but I don’t particularly prefer the defined or undefined campuses.</p>
<p>Johns Hopkins does have a very good reputation for IR, and is often considered among the best programs, though George Washington has a better location for IR.</p>
<p>Have you visited both? Is cost an issue, and if so, are your costs similar at both schools?</p>
<p>I would suggest accepted student visits if possible and contacting professors from each to talk about the programs.</p>
<p>I went to GWU for grad school in International Affairs. Clearly the location was key, and was so helpful. It isn’t a typical college campus, but it’s the location and proximity to everything that you are getting. </p>
<p>I remember considering JH, but decided it was better to stay in Washington area where the jobs and opportunities are.</p>
<p>That said, JH has an excellent reputation for international studies.</p>
<p>BUMP!!
I’m so torn.</p>
<p>look, if you definitely want to have internships during the year while in college, go to GW. GW prides itself on how many of its students are able to balance academics, internships, and other extracurriculars. If you want an internship in an IR related field, there’s no question that you will most likely be able to find it in DC and work during the year. Relevant work experience is something that many college grads lack when applying for jobs, and while im sure its possible to have an internship while at JHU, it will definitely be easier if you go to GW</p>