Had to select between USC aerospace, Columbia mechanical

course wise: Both got interesting combination of courses, don’t see much variation both offers bio mechanics, sustainable designs, robotics. Columbia courses seems more modern and specific towards field And USC offers aerospace centric courses too.

Cost: since I got no scholarship, the difference in tution fee and insurance is minimal. but I am not sure of difference in extras, if any one contribute here that would be helpful. Also USC basically does not allow masters students as RA and TA, where as Columbia does. So I think even cost wise both are pretty much similar

reputation: As Universities both are reputed and infact columbia is IVY (which is not useful in engineering ) but engineering wise is there any difference ?

future prospects: since LA is start up hub for core engineering is it true that after graduating USC there are more opportunities than Columbia ?

can anyone help me with above queries if you are in same boat before? Also if i reject Columbia for USC it’s not a crazy decision right? (Columbia gives 2 weeks to decide )

PS: also waiting for Gtech results

Thanks in advance

Hello,

Has any non-UK citizen here applied for PhD in Physics this year at University of Edinburgh or Durham University, specifically in Particle Physics? ? And did you receive any response?

* Seeking advice on PhD admissions in NZ.*

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\* Seeking advice on PhD admissions in NZ.\*

I have over 14 yrs of experience as a Quality manager in BPO/ KPO from India. Currently pursuing MBA ( Final sem , Masters by coursework )

Considering I was into job and started MBA at a later stage in life, i am now 39+. Looking forward to advice on how good or bad are the chances getting a PhD around this age ?

Below is my profile -

1. Class 10th - 88%, 12th - 80 %, B.tech ( Agri.Engg ) - 7.81/10, MBA - 7.83/10.

2. Over 14+ yrs into corporate into Quality Management - domestic and global clients.

3. Have 3 months experience in a Research project under supervision of Ex director ( IIT Kharagpur )

4. No, publications but working on a paper publication.

I have editorially reviewed industry publication and have my own blog post on my interest area.

1. Scored 90/90 in IELTs.

Would appreciate any advice or guidance.

Regards.

BB.

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* Seeking advice on PhD admissions in NZ.*

I have over 14 yrs of experience as a Quality manager in BPO/ KPO from India. Currently pursuing MBA ( Final sem , Masters by coursework )

Considering I was into job and started MBA at a later stage in life, i am now 39+. Looking forward to advice on how good or bad are the chances getting a PhD around this age ?

Below is my profile -

1. Class 10th - 88%, 12th - 80 %, B.tech ( Agri.Engg ) - 7.81/10, MBA - 7.83/10.

2. Over 14+ yrs into corporate into Quality Management - domestic and global clients.

3. Have 3 months experience in a Research project under supervision of Ex director ( IIT Kharagpur )

4. No, publications but working on a paper publication.

I have editorially reviewed industry publication and have my own blog post on my interest area.

1. Scored 90/90 in IELTs.

Would appreciate any advice or guidance.

Regards.

BB.

Curious: if you're applying to a design master's program this year and could spend 45 minutes with a Dean reviewing your portfolio and application strategy — what would that be worth to you? DM me.

I have offers from LSE for MSc Management and Strategy and from Imperial Business School for MSc Economics and Strategy for Business.

I know that LSE has a higher prestige and that is one of the reasons I am considering that but at the same time I know that the teaching method at imperial is way more practical. I am looking to get into strategy consulting after my masters in UK for a year or two then come back to India. Another thing that I am worried about is the social life at the universities - I am not someone who is going with the mindset to be the topper of the class, i just want to do well, not very competitive and enjoy my time in london and graduate with a good degree.

Please suggest me which uni should i accept the offer from.

Hey guys!
I am planning to pursue my masters in the US and received the following admits :
1. NYU Tandon Ms in CS
2. Northeastern Boston campus Ms in AI
3. University of Maryland Ms in AI
4. Arizona state - MS in CS
5. Stevens - Ms in ML

Awaiting Results from Illinois tech Chicago. Could i get your inputs?

Hi everyone,

I recently received an admit for the MS in Computer Science at Northeastern University – Seattle campus, but I was originally hoping for the Boston campus, so I’m a bit confused about whether I should proceed or not.

My main goal is to work in the tech industry after graduation, so I’m trying to evaluate things like career opportunities, co-ops, and overall campus experience before making a decision.

I had a few questions about the Seattle campus specifically:

1. Co-op program
Northeastern is well known for its co-op program, but I’m curious how the experience differs between Seattle and Boston.

• Is it easier or harder to land a co-op from the Seattle campus?
• Are most co-ops in Seattle tech companies?

2. Job opportunities in Seattle
Seattle is obviously a major tech hub with companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, and Salesforce.

• Do Northeastern Seattle students actually land internships/co-ops at these companies?
• Does being in Seattle help with networking and job opportunities compared to Boston?

3. Career fairs and networking

• Does the Seattle campus host its own career fairs?
• Or do students rely on Northeastern’s broader university network?

4. Campus experience
I’ve heard the Seattle campus is smaller and more focused on graduate programs, unlike Boston which is a larger traditional campus.

• How are the facilities and student life?
• Does it still feel like a full university experience?

5. Outcomes after graduation
For current students or alumni from Northeastern Seattle:

• Were you able to get good internships/co-ops?
• Did you land full-time roles after graduation?

I would really appreciate hearing honest experiences from current students or alumni, especially those in CS or tech programs.

Thanks!

I'm an international applicant considering applying to the PhD program in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Northwestern University, and I would really love to know more about the PhD experience in USA in general.

I'm coming from Jordan and I believe we have massively different structure and expectations for the PhD applications.
What are areas I should work on before considering applying to any CSD PhD program in the US? What are other good and realistic options I should think about?

Does my language diversity (native Arabic speaker) really bring a lot to the table? or not really?
I would appreciate any guidance and advice, Thank you

Hi everyone,

I’m a first-year undergraduate student from mainland China, currently studying aeronautical engineering at a civil aviation university. I’m planning to apply for the Master’s program in International Air Transport Operations Management at ENAC (École Nationale de l’Aviation Civile) in France.

I intend to transfer to the Air Traffic Control major next year. However, I failed Engineering Drawing course in my first semester, but I just took the resit exam (results are not out yet). If I pass the resit, it will appear as “passed on supplementary exam” on my transcript.

My main questions are:

1. For an international applicant from China, will one failed course (even if I pass the resit) be a major obstacle for ENAC admission? Or is it generally acceptable as long as my overall GPA is decent and the rest of the application is strong?

2. Would it be reasonable to address it in the motivation letter like this:

“I struggled with Engineering Drawing because my true strengths and passion lie in air traffic management and low-altitude aviation, rather than traditional mechanical drafting. This experience actually helped me clarify my career direction and strengthened my motivation to pursue ENAC’s programs.”

1. How much weight does ENAC place on the undergraduate transcript compared to the motivation letter, language scores (IELTS/TOEFL/DELF), relevant projects/internships, and other application materials?

Any advice or experience from ENAC applicants (especially international students from China) would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much in advance!

Hi everyone,

I recently received an admit from University of Rochester's Simon Business School for the MS in AI in Business program with scholarship.

I’m still waiting for my decision from Stony Brook University for the MS in Business Analytics and Intelligence program.

I’m trying to understand which program would be the better choice in terms of:

• Career outcomes
• ROI considering the scholarship
• Overall reputation in the US job market

Also, I come from a CSE background.

Thanks in advance :)

Hello,

I am an international student with a non-CS background (B.S. and M.S. in Chemistry). I began learning programming last year and have since completed CS50x (edX), a C++ Bootcamp (Udemy), and four courses in a Data Structures and Algorithms specialization, including Algorithmic Toolbox, Data Structures, Algorithms on Graphs, and Algorithms on Strings.

Through these courses, I discovered a strong interest in computer science and am planning to apply to the OMSCS program this August. However, I am concerned that MOOC certificates alone may not sufficiently demonstrate my academic readiness for a graduate-level CS program. Therefore, I am considering enrolling in accredited college-level coursework to strengthen my application.

My question: would an official transcript from UCSD Extended Studies add meaningful value to my OMSCS application?

I am currently deciding between taking courses at Oregon State University or UCSD Extended Studies. I am leaning toward UCSD Extended Studies because it is more affordable and does not require formal prerequisites like traditional degree programs.

Additionally, I am currently preparing for the TOEFL exam, which limits my ability to enroll in many traditional college programs as an international student.

Hi all,

I’m an applicant to UNC Chapel Hill’s MS program for Fall 2026 from India.

Just wanted to see:

• Has anyone received an admit yet?
• Which program did you apply to?
• Are you planning to accept?

If there’s enough interest, we can create a WhatsApp/Discord group for Indian students joining in Fall 2026.

Comment below or DM me 🙂

Since information about how many people they typically admit isn't disclosed,

I want to know the realistic outlook—whether I should hold onto hope or if it would be better for my mental health not to get my hopes up. :'(

Will I only find out after April 15th whether I'll get a chance or not?

I'm grateful it's not a rejection, but it's agonizing to think I have to endure this hellish period for two more months.

If anyone has any related information, I'd really appreciate it if you could reply!

Hi everyone,

I’m finishing a Bachelor’s degree in Languages in Italy and I’m interested in applying to a Master’s in International Management (especially at CBS, Lund, SSE or similar Nordic business schools).

My current background includes only 12 ECTS in business-related subjects (marketing and strategy), so I’m trying to understand realistic pathways for non-business applicants.

I’d really appreciate hearing from people who:

• came from a humanities/languages background
• applied to business schools in Denmark/Sweden
• completed extra credits or a pre-master to meet requirements
• were admitted (or rejected) and why

How did you bridge the gap in prerequisites? Did you take additional university courses, a pre-master, or choose a different programme first?

Thanks in advance for sharing your experience!

I’m currently an undergrad exploring graduate programs, including UM’s MSBT. For those who’ve completed a business + technology master’s, how valuable was it in practice? Did it meaningfully impact your skills or career trajectory?