<p>Hey guys,
I recently got accepted to NYU-SCPS for a M.S in Global Affairs. I really liked the program, curriculum, and faculty. But I heard so much stuff about SCPS being an older adult school. Does anyone have any info on the Center for Global Affairs specifically? I've heard it is ranked nationally. Anyone gone there or planning to attend?</p>
<p>Got accepted there as well! Like you, I share your concerns about SCPS being an adult school and the like. I’ll be straight out of undergrad, so I’d be interested in learning more about the student composition. The MSGA program itself is recognized by the Foreign Policy Association, not sure if it is accredited by other international relations publications. Though the idea of having NYU on the resume should, in theory, supersede the individual program designation. The program itself seems nice and obviously, the NYC area is great for internships, networking, etc. in the field. But again, I’d like to hear more about the Center and students. They have an open house for admitted students next month, I’ll probably attend to try and get a feel of it.</p>
<p>I live in California, so if you do attend the info session any information would be great!</p>
<p>Just thought I would update based on my open house experience here - Honestly, I was blown away by how well the program looked. Like you, I read the mixed online reviews about the reputation of the school, as far as being more of an ‘adult’ school and less prestigious, etc. From what I saw, basically everyone (current students and prospective ones) were all in their mid 20s. Most of them have work experience, but were still only a couple of years out of undergrad, rather than people in their 30s with 5-10 years experience like I had thought. Considering the more prestigious schools like SIPA, SFS, SAIS, SIS, etc. all mention how work experience is strongly recommended, I imagine the average age of students in those programs are roughly the same or more than this program anyway, so at least from what I saw, the “adult” school reputation was way overblown - which was my primary concern going in.</p>
<p>Very diverse student body, very laid-back, professors were laid-back, everyone was highly engaging and made students feel welcome - which again, surprised me based on the things I read prior to the open house and the general perception of students/faculty in NYC schools in general being more reclusive/reserved. The students themselves were very impressive - intellectual, yet approachable and engaging and laid-back. Many of the students mentioned they turned down better names like LSE, SIPA, SFS, etc. for this program after visiting it and seeing how eye-opening it was. The building itself is very nice also, sleek and very professional looking (I honestly preferred the lower Manhattan location of the building to the WSP NYU Main Campus area).</p>
<p>The program/curriculum wasn’t really my concern since I was impressed with the diversity of courses and the opportunities (i.e. study abroad/internships) as well. From talking to people, it sounds like professors really take a vested interest in helping students receive scholarships, fellowships, internships, etc. </p>
<p>As someone who was highly skeptical of the program coming in, I couldn’t have been more impressed and highly surprised by how it differed from the online reviews. It should be a lesson though that online reviews, reputations, rumors, etc. should be taken with a grain of salt (for any program) and the only way to really get a good feel of a program is to visit it. Anymore questions, feel free to ask 
Good luck with your decision!</p>
<p>Wow!! Thank you so much for your update! Reading your first hand experience with the students and the faculty of the school is really pushing my decision towards NYU. Like you I loved the program itself, which is why I applied. The lack of information makes sense since it is a new school compared to the more established. And I suppose the more negative reviews tend to stand out in our minds. I am waiting for more information on NYU’s financial aid, however I really hope to call this my school. Once again many thanks for your update! It was incredibly informative and very helpful!</p>
<p>As a student there, I can say the M.S. in Global Affairs is a joke. There is no GRE requirement and program is a cash cow for NYU–they accept anyone! While most of the instructors are good, the quality of the students is not. The majority of the people enrolled already work in their respective fields, so it does not accurately represent the effectiveness of the program in helping graduates gain meaningful employment.</p>
<p>Do you think NYU SCPS HR Management is similar? (accept anyone, subpar quality of students)
Please let me know if you have any insight into the HR dept.</p>
<p>This is directed to theuglytruth and any current or past MS Global Affairs students: I’m in my mid-20s, working in my field, and really anxious on getting into NYU SCPS. I figured it’s nationally ranked high enough for me to ignore better schools I might get into for International Security studies because I’m really trying to get to New York already (I live and work in DC, not a huge fan of it). But I don’t want to screw myself if that degree and that program isn’t taken seriously; I’m trying to find another job in New York before starting school up there. So good and bad experiences, please lay 'em on me.
Thanks</p>