Thoughts on Drexel's MPH (vs.Columbia)

[jsMPH]

I was wondering what people's thoughts are about Drexel's MPH. I've received a substantial scholarship from Drexel which is a huge help as I am an international student. However, I've also been accepted to Columbia. A lot of forums talk about the pros and cons of Columbia and thinking about the debt I'll accumulate going there is daunting whereas, with Drexel I'll graduate with a lot less debt but from a lower ranked school.

Will graduating from a school like Drexel over Columbia make a huge difference in ability to get a job after? Is one school worth going to over the other?

Any thoughts on Drexel's program, job availability in Philadelphia after, internship etc. would be appreciated.
Thanks!

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[Pdesai8]

Go with the less debt option. I think you'll be fine at Drexel as long as you make an effort into networking and making connections. My friend graduated from their program and got a great job at the CDC afterwards. Accumulating a lot of debt is not a great idea in our field.

 

[jsMPH]

Thanks for the advice
Do you know if your friend liked the community based masters project Drexel requires?

 

[Pdesai8]

Sorry no idea, but I think she enjoyed the program overall!