[ 2015. 3. 23. Rutgers University]

 

▶ School: Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy

▶ Program I: Master of City and Regional Studies (MCRS)

▶ Rank: Ranked 3^rd in the nation

▶ Location: New Brunswick

▶ Credit: 30 credit (concentrated studies 15 credits/6credits transfer)

▶ Program II: Master of Public Affairs and Politics (MPAP) 2 core courses differ from MCRS program

▶ Local Orientation, Academic Advisor, ESL, On-Campus Off-Campus Housing

▶ TOEFL: overall 83

▶ Fall Applicants: Local orientation might be limited. (one-stop full service cannot be expected)

▶ School Selection for Children: From high school ‘school curriculum’ differs. (no difference from grade 1~8)

▶ MUST NEVER leave children home alone!

▶ Spouse Program: free programs do not exist

▶ on-campus spouse english Program: PALS ($1,500 per credit *not recommended for its cost)

▶ Summer Program: either English or Individual Studies (optional)

▶ Family Dorm: not furnished

▶ Living Cost: comparatively higher than other regions

▶ Number of Applicants: 6~8 limited (flexibility not applicable)

▶ Class Hours: from morning till evening

▶ Insurance Coverage for pregnancy: Rutgers insurance might not be covered

▶ School Insurance Fee: ave. $2,300 per month

▶ Rent: $1,300 (2 bedroom)

▶ Vacation Period: Late May ~ Early September

▶ Can family members extend their stays after the course completion?

e Possible, but a spouse will then have to be a F-1 VISA holder.

 

Christine S. Leigh

saheun0313@kdischool.ac.kr