<p>Hi all,</p>
<p>I'm new to this forum, thought it might help as I'm in my senior year of undergraduate studies and trying to figure out where I should apply to grad school. Here's the breakdown:</p>
<p>Majored in International/Middle Eastern Studies. Looking for a Masters in International security or conflict resolution.</p>
<p>GPA: 3.89, Major GPA: 3.95</p>
<p>GRE: 560 (V), 680 (Q) 5 (A/W)</p>
<p>Internships: World Affairs Council of Oregon, Afghan Embassy in DC, Hudson Institute (DC), Department of State, U.S. Senator's state office</p>
<p>++Plus involved in student newspaper, some volunteer work here and there....</p>
<p>I know my GRE score is pretty low, especially the verbal which is considered more by IR programs, but I wanted your opinion of where I might be a good fit for grad school?? I'm think about applying to a few right now [Korbel, American, Monetary Institute...] and putting off some apps (to schools like Fletcher, SAIS, Georgetown, SIPA, Elliott...) till I can re-take the GREs.</p>
<p>Aside from my low GRE score, two other problem areas: I'm only 21 (and I know a lot of these programs favor older students due to work experience etc,) and I haven't had the chance to study abroad (though I have traveled abroad, not extensively). </p>
<p>Would love input from current MA students in various IR programs!! Thanks in advance :)</p>