1. SAIS Bologna Information Session

2. Who are we? Nelson Graves Amina Abdiuahab

3. Special guest: Ian Muir

4. Our Task Today : - What is SAIS Bologna? - Why are we unique, relevant and a good investment? - Tips on letters of recommendations - Answer your questions

5. A taste of Bologna

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7. What is SAIS Bologna? Part of The Johns Hopkins University The School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) Master’s programs in International Relations Courses in Global Themes Regions of the World International Economics Languages

8. A snapshot of SAIS Bologna Around 200 students from 34 countries34 countries Four degrees 50% U.S., 50% non-U.S. All continents represented Almost all will be studying in SAIS Washington for 2 nd and final year

11. What makes SAIS unique? Locations Faculty and speakers Students Curriculum - Broad and specialized -Economics -Languages Career choices

15. A worthwhile investment A global alumni network for career guidance Learn about internship and career opportunities you never knew existed – and make a credible pitch Prepare yourself to tackle a range of challenges around the world

17. Statement of Purpose Tell us: Why SAIS is right for you Why you are right for SAIS How you would take advantage of a SAIS education Be true to yourself

18. Mid 50% TOEFL106-114 GRE Verbal158-165 GRE Quantitative154-161 GMAT Verbal 34-42 GMAT Quantitative38-49

19. A checklist  English proficiency exam  GRE or GMAT  Statement of purpose  Letters of recommendation  Analytical essay

20. Online application https://app.applyyoursel f.com/AYApplicantLogi n/ApplicantConnectLo gin.asp?id=saisjhu

21. www.jhubc.it www.saisbolognaadmissions.blogspot.com (or search “SAIS Bologna blog”) Twitter: @SAISBolognaBlog Email: admissions@jhubc.itadmissions@jhubc.it Skype handle: jhubc.admissions Phone: +39 051 29 17 811

22. Answering your questions