MSF DECISION : George Washington U. or Brandeis U.

Hi,

I am admitted by two universities, the GWU and the Brandeis U..
Now, I am in a dilemma of accepting whose admission.
Could anyone give me some advice ?

Thank you so much!

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I'd personally pick GWU since I love being in DC. Brandeis might be good for you since they have an international focus. Which one is cheaper all in for you to attend?

 

The international focus that Brandeis highlights truly attracts me. However, I'd prefer being in the urban area like DC. That the reason why I cannot make the decision.

I am an international student so do not know exactly the two schools' reputation in the US. Which one has the higher reputation?

Thanks a lot!

 

If the all in price is about the same I would go with GWU. There will be tons of international groups because of the nature of DC and you'll be happier with the location. Unless cost is really different that would be my recommendation.

 

I think so. Compared with DMV area, Boston may offer more career opportunities but I reckon it's also difficult for an int. student with a MSF degree to find a job even in Boston so it is highly probable that I will come back to the Asia-Pacific region after completing my master study.

BTW, do you know what area of finance the most GW graduates work in ?

Thank you so much!

 

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