admitmetokollege

how selective is the woodrow wilson school taking its class of juniors and seniors every year? is it really tough to get into or not so much?

ICargirl

I think the acceptance rate is around 50 %. If you have it in mind when you enter and show a focus on politics, you will have a better chance.

cball05

The 50% rate is correct - I've heard that they generally accept people with GPAs above 3.6, but I don't know much the application process.

thefootscrubber

I'm not sure if focusing too much on politics is a guarantee for getting in. They're looking to see, from what I understand, a clear passion for policy - whether it be from an economic, political, historical or sociological aspect. 50% is pretty competitive, considering that Princeton is already 9% admissions rate selective. ICargirl is right though, if you have it mind and are interested in policy courses, then your chances should be slightly better. Does anyone know how much languages count? Is taking a foreign language like arabic or chinese extremely helpful?

thefootscrubber

Is the 3.6 GPA 'requirement' before or after the grade deflation kicked in? I've heard of people with not so great grades getting in, if they had the language aspect.

cball05

Since I don't have personal experience with the topic, I would direct you to the WW website: http://www.wws.princeton.edu/degree/...admission.html

"Each class is limited to 90 students. Applicants are accepted on the basis of their background and interests in public affairs, capacity to benefit from the School's program, and academic record.

There are no fixed course prerequisites for admission to the School. The Admissions Committee looks for candidates whose prior academic and nonacademic experience give evidence of interest in public affairs and the ability to do well in the courses and independent work comprising the School's curriculum. Before applying, a student should take social science, humanities, natural science, or engineering courses focusing on public concerns. Some knowledge of economics, and of the working of American political and social institutions, together with an acquaintance with the history of the United States and other nations, is strongly recommended. Applicants with interests in policy problems that demand technological expertise should demonstrate a strong background in science, engineering and mathematics. While a student must fulfill the normal language requirement for graduation from the university, there is no language requirement for admission to the School. The study of public and international affairs, however, will be more productive if a student has knowledge of at least one foreign language. "