gokuu:


Rutgers University - Quantitative Finance
Fordham University
Carnegie Mellon University - Computational Finance
Columbia University - MFE
There are many others...

Most of these programmes hardly provide financial support. They consider it an investment on the part of the applicant.
I somehow agree with them but I don't think I want to take a student loan for it.

profem1:

Most of these programmes hardly provide financial support. They consider it an investment on the part of the applicant.
I somehow agree with them but I don't think I want to take a student loan for it.

Yeah. That's what I was telling, it'll extremely hard to get funding for them.

But if not for them, what kind of programs can one take student loans?

For instance, the MFE programme at Baruch costs about 35k - but they have a first year pay average of 110k (excluding sign-on bonuses). And they have a 100% placement rate.

TBH, If I had a background in computer programming, I'd do it in a heart beat.

A former fellow intern went to the Columbia MFE programme right after our internship; and let's just say we're no longer on the same planet.

Naturally, Nigerians do not like debt; at all.

hybeenoni:
@ Paul beta and scholastics 16 I used the link for converting to WES evaluation, or I used a wrong link?

Could you plz give me a link to convert my cgpa to the WES scale.

Also how can what states are known to be generous with funding so I could narrow my search there, I wish to know how to link up with graduate students in Actuarial or Data Analytics masters program.

Thanks

Oh okay you used the free online calculator?
That's to give you rough estimate.
When you do the actual conversion with WES ICAP, your Nigerian GPA of 4.22/5.00 will definitely come out above the USA 3.52/4.00.

gokuu:
Naturally, Nigerians do not like debt; at all.

Lol. You're write though.

Apart from the loan, I don't think an MFE programme really suit my taste. A quant analyst would require more than the course work of an MFE.

Nevertheless, I might still opt for an MFE. I'm also considering the 5 years of doing a PhD on the other hand.
You're applying strictly to MFE programmes?

profem1:

Lol. You're write though.

Apart from the loan, I don't think an MFE programme really suit my taste. A quant analyst would require more than the course work of an MFE.

Nevertheless, I might still opt for an MFE. I'm also considering the 5 years of doing a PhD on the other hand.
You're applying strictly to MFE programmes?

Nope. I am not applying to them.

profem1:

I also did math in my undergrad and applying to a mix of MSc and PhD, however, I'm concentrating on stochastic process/probability theory/financial mathematics.
I might not be able to recommend schools as regards your specialization. But you can check https://www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools/top-science-schools/mathematics-rankings/page+1
You should focus on middle tier schools (<4.0) and their specific research areas.
All the best.

You can start with:
https://sciences.ucf.edu/statistics/graduate/ - I think they provide funding. You can confirm.
http://www.utdallas.edu/admissions/graduate/degrees/detail.php?d=1771

gokuu:

Nope. I am not applying to them.

You are applying to finance or what?

profem1:

You are applying to finance or what?

Regular finance programmes, not the super quanty type.

gokuu:


Immediately after? Yikes.
I reported only two.

Anyways, actual application now is the main thing.
I'm in the works of trying to articulate my fit for the program.

Awwww,then you'll have to pay for the other scores to be sent, but honestly most of the scores we choose on that day we end up not applying there. At least for most cases I've seen here.

hybeenoni:
@ Paul beta and scholastics 16 I used the link for converting to WES evaluation, or I used a wrong link?

Could you plz give me a link to convert my cgpa to the WES scale.

Also how can what states are known to be generous with funding so I could narrow my search there, I wish to know how to link up with graduate students in Actuarial or Data Analytics masters program.

Thanks

Some schools have names of students in the department but some others don't.

Your best bet is to use LinkedIn.

Type the name of school and course. The searchbox will bring out profiles of people doing such courses in the school. You can add them up and ask questions via email or otherwise.

Yildiz, you owe us your 2nd GRE experience.

Nastydamus, we see you lurking in the shadows.

Bless us with your experience thus far over there and any tips you can give to prospective testtakers and school applicants.

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Scholastica16:


N8000? It is not a promo and I used it to send some of my score reports to atleast 5 or 6 schools. The rate was better for me because ETS charges $27 to send each score report which is still N8100 at N300/$ and I doubt banks charge that low.

That's really good to hear, the last time I checked, banks still charge N360/$ (if anyone knows a cheaper source, biko, do tell). Thanks a bunch Scholastica16.

RexCheeng:

That's really good to hear, the last time I checked, banks still charge N360/$ (if anyone knows a cheaper source, biko, do tell). Thanks a bunch Scholastica16.

RexCheeng

Sup
Bro

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How's it going over there? Any good news for the house?

tescoman90:


RexCheeng

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Bro

Scholastica16:


1. Google your program and append PhD to it.
2. Check out schools that offer it.
3. Look for a ranking of such schools (if you care about such)
4. Visit schools' websites and check for thesis interests that match your spec.
5. Take email of grad coord of the dept as well as names and email ads of persons of interest (that you may like to work with)
6. Most schools would already have it stated; if they offer full tuition waivers to all or some of their PhD applicants and even the size of the stipend per annum.
7. In any case you could then email the grad coords asking them about the funding policies of the school for PhDs, GRE/TOEFL requirements, if you need to contact POIs on your own, GPA requirements etc.
8. Based on above, you would know whether to proceed with the school or abandon it.
9. Subsequent to 1-8, you would have a list of schools to apply to. Fin.

Thanks a lot for the detailed feedback.
God Bless No Less.

hirschfelder:


Hello.. Your best bet will be to carry out the research by yourself. You can try gradcafe, type in your course and you can get a rough estimate of schools that fund and their general admission requirements based on past results posted. I don't know much about your program, but you can check schools in the MidWest like Iowa State U, Michigan State U and Kansas State U among many others. They usually have big agriculture related programs...

Noted bro. Many thanks. I will do as you have advised. Stay tops.

Good morning everyone, I have written the gre twice now with my scores not greater than 300, But I still believe I can do better than that. Initially, I thought I would be able to convince my sponsor to believe in me a third time, so I can reschedule again for a date in November( Nov 2). But instead I got a text from him this morning that he isn't sure he can gather 50k from now till December for me. I don't know if anyone here can help me actualize my dream. I know it isn't encouraging to have taken the exam twice and not still scoring 300+. If I give it a trial again the third time and didn't get close to what will be sufficient for admission then I will give up. I will be forever grateful to anyone that helps me.

Scholastica16:
Yildiz, you owe us your 2nd GRE experience.

Nastydamus, we see you lurking in the shadows.

Bless us with your experience thus far over there and any tips you can give to prospective testtakers and school applicants.

Well I didn't write yet. Am planning on writing on 5th Nov. So far I have read Manhattan 1-6. Practiced with Magoosh android app. Vocabulary builder, Nova math bible and of course ETS materials. I haven't done any full test so far

profem1:

Lol. You're write though.

Apart from the loan, I don't think an MFE programme really suit my taste. A quant analyst would require more than the course work of an MFE.

Nevertheless, I might still opt for an MFE. I'm also considering the 5 years of doing a PhD on the other hand.
You're applying strictly to MFE programmes?

You are very right. It take more than MFE to be a sought after Quant.

Even with influx of PhDs into wall street lately especially those in STEM notably in Physics. They were hired for their rigorous research skills which can be deployed in finding Alpha or correct investment MODEL. Renaissance Technology comes to mind.

It's very rare finding funding for that kind course related field.

gokuu:

Regular finance programmes, not the super quanty type.

Just try and apply for PhD in your choosing career and do well, that will position you well for quant related job later. Is not necessarily have to be even in finance, but at least in STEM field.

If you're looking at long term prospect along this career path,then you need to get your hands dirty with lots of programming especially with modern languages use in data analytics like R, Python, Matlab etc.

What is that your friend in Columbia first degree, if I may ask?

TheZed:
Good morning everyone, I have written the gre twice now with my scores not greater than 300, But I still believe I can do better than that. Initially, I thought I would be able to convince my sponsor to believe in me a third time, so I can reschedule again for a date in November( Nov 2). But instead I got a text from him this morning that he isn't sure he can gather 50k from now till December for me. I don't know if anyone here can help me actualize my dream. I know it isn't encouraging to have taken the exam twice and not still scoring 300+. If I give it a trial again the third time and didn't get close to what will be sufficient for admission then I will give up. I will be forever grateful to anyone that helps me.

Hello,

Are you keen on studying in USA only? If no, then why don't you apply to Canadian Universities? Most Canadian Universities do not require GRE and with your low GRE score, it will still go a long way in strengthening your application. If you have a high CGPA, I feel there is no need for you to retake GRE. The exam is only a part of your application. You can work on other parts like LOR, SOP and co. I got an admission offer with partial funding despite my low exam score (Though, I intend to retake the exam because I want full funding). @Ndawe was also admitted with full funding in two schools despite her low GRE score.


Anyway, you can send a PM to me. I can only support you with the part payment (if you can get someone to pay the rest).




@Scholastica16 (your good news is around the corner ) and DreManuel, you are both doing a great job on this thread.

_{N.B: I'm an old member with a new username}

GlitteringStar:


Hello,

Are you keen on studying in USA only? If no, then why don't you apply to Canadian Universities? Most Canadian Universities do not require GRE and with your low GRE score, it will still go a long way in strengthening your application. If you have a high CGPA, I feel there is no need for you to retake GRE. The exam is only a part of your application. You can work on other parts like LOR, SOP and co. I got an admission offer with partial funding despite my low exam score (Though, I intend to retake the exam because I want full funding). @Ndawe was also admitted with full funding in two schools despite her low GRE score.

Anyway, you can send a PM to me. I can only support you with the part payment (if you can get someone to pay the rest).

I wish you the best!


@Scholastica16 (your good news is around the corner ) and DreManuel, you are both doing a great job on this thread.

_{N.B: I'm an old member with a new username}

You are a great person. Thanks for the compliments.
Ultimately, iron sharpens iron. And we cannot hold a torch to light another's path without brightening our own.

GlitteringStar:


Hello,

Are you keen on studying in USA only? If no, then why don't you apply to Canadian Universities? Most Canadian Universities do not require GRE and with your low GRE score, it will still go a long way in strengthening your application. If you have a high CGPA, I feel there is no need for you to retake GRE. The exam is only a part of your application. You can work on other parts like LOR, SOP and co. I got an admission offer with partial funding despite my low exam score (Though, I intend to retake the exam because I want full funding). @Ndawe was also admitted with full funding in two schools despite her low GRE score.

Anyway, you can send a PM to me. I can only support you with the part payment (if you can get someone to pay the rest).

I wish you the best!


@Scholastica16 (your good news is around the corner ) and DreManuel, you are both doing a great job on this thread.

_{N.B: I'm an old member with a new username}

I am so grateful sir. Have sent you a pm

TheZed:

I am so grateful sir sis. Have sent you a pm

Lol @sir. I'm a lady oo. I've replied.

profem1:

You can start with:
https://sciences.ucf.edu/statistics/graduate/ - I think they provide funding. You can confirm.
http://www.utdallas.edu/admissions/graduate/degrees/detail.php?d=1771

At last.

Mathematics, here I come.
I sent you an email sir.

Does anyone knows about the Millers Analogies Test(MAT)? I think is less mathematical for non science student

GlitteringStar

Amen and thanks.

What was your GRE score?