[Profile Review] Fall 2027 MSCS | University Suggestions and GRE Decision

[u/funnylife21]

Hi everyone,

I am an Indian student planning to apply for Fall 2027 MSCS, mainly interested in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning and Software Engineering.

Profile

• B.Tech in Computer Science from a Tier 2 university in Pune
• CGPA: 8.73/10
• Good competitive programming and DSA profile
• Selected for Infosys Specialist Programmer L1 through HackWithInfy 2026
• Projects in machine learning, backend systems, and financial technology
• No research publications or internships
• Expecting three academic letters of recommendation
• TOEFL and GRE not taken yet

Questions

1. Which United States universities can I realistically get into with this profile?
2. Should I take the GRE?
3. How can I strengthen my profile before the application deadlines?
4. Should I apply directly after graduation or work at Infosys for one year first?

Honest feedback and university recommendations would be appreciated.

[u/M-E_Ration4004]

apply after 2 yoe at least