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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by calculator123(m): 2:14am On Mar 20, 2019
Javanian:
Doing a Ph.D. is a really big commitment. 5+ years is no joke. I am not sure I am willing to go that path yet.




GPA: 3.8/5

GRE: 320

TOEFL: 107

1 paper accepted into a Top IEEE conference (ICALT 2018) but I didn't attend because of the very expensive conference fees and travel expenses

2 Papers accepted for publication into a SCOPUS indexed journal

United Nations Online Volunteer of PEOI (Wrote a course material for "Beginning Programming in Java)

Some years of experience as a Software Engineer
Your profile looks impressive for a PhD but since you are not interested in towing that line, I wish you Success in your future endeavors.

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Time2Smile(m): 2:21am On Mar 20, 2019
Javanian:
Computer Science, Fall 19.

Admits so far.

Auburn University (MS) (Grad Coordinator said they are looking for funding for me, said they had budget cuts so nothing is sure)

Bowling Green State University (MS) In state and Out of state Tuition waiver + $10,000.00 Graduate Assistantship stipend

East Tennesse State University (MS) In state and Out of state Tuition waiver - Assistantship decisions will be made next month

University of North Texas (Ph.D) Tuition waiver + Graduate Assistantship



I am just confused right now
Congratulations. Personally I think you should choose UNT. Denton is a northern suburb of Dallas. Dallas is one of the emerging tech hubs with real good paying jobs and openings.
I would want to teach you to game the system but you can always "master out".

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Scholastica16: 2:30am On Mar 20, 2019
Time2Smile:

Congratulations. Personally I think you should choose UNT. Denton is a northern suburb of Dallas. Dallas is one of the emerging tech hubs with real good paying jobs and openings.
I would want to teach you to game the system but you can always "master out".

I was going to suggest that to him. Passions can change after 2 years. Who knows? grin

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by James89: 3:49am On Mar 20, 2019
Hmm
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by AspiringPHD: 8:33am On Mar 20, 2019
Just quoting this for reference purpose.

Thanks
solihp:
This list was provided to me when I asked sometime ago, you can check them out.

A. ROLLING ADMISSIONS -
What does "Rolling" mean - Under rolling deadlines there is no fixed application deadline declared by the university. Applications are accepted anytime till the seats for that particular semester are full.
University of Toledo
Wright State University, Dayton
California State University, Long Beach
Oklahoma City University
Rochester Institute of Technology
State University of New York, Binghamton


B. FALL SESSION ADMISSIONS -
(August-December Semester)

US Universities with Deadlines in March -
George Washington University – 15 March
Polytechnic Institute of New York University, Brooklyn – 15 March
South Dakota School of Mines & Tech – 15 March
University of Colorado, Denver – 15 March
University of Kentucky, Lexington – 15 March
University of North Texas, Denton – 15 March
Stevens Institute of Technology – 15 March
University of Pennsylvania – 15 March
California State University, Northridge – 31 March
University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa – March

US Universities with Deadlines in April -
Idaho State University – 1 April
University of Arkansas, Little Rock – 1 April
California State University, Fresno – 1 April
oregon State University, Corvallis – 1 April
University of Houston, University Park – 1 April
University of Michigan, Dearborn – 1 April
University of Texas, San Antonio – 1 April
University of Utah, Salt Lake City – 1 April
Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University – 1 April
West Virginia University, Morgantown – 1 April
Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo – 1 April
Wichita State University – 1 April
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville – 1 April
University of Houston, Clear Lake – 1 April
University of Oklahoma, Norman – 1 April
University of Memphis – 1 April
Villanova University – 1 April
California State University, Los Angeles – 15 April
Lamar University – 15 April
Old Dominion University, Norfolk – 15 April
South Dakota State University, Brookings – 15 April
University of Georgia – 15 April
University of Iowa, Iowa City – 15 April

US Universities with Deadlines in May -
City University of New York, City College – 1 May
Clarkson University – 1 May
Illinois State University, Normal – 1 May
Mississippi State University – 1 May
Northern Illinois University, Dekalb – 1 May
Oakland University, Rochester – 1 May
University of Idaho, Moscow – 1 May
University of Memphis– 1 May
University of Michigan, Dearborn – 1 May
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – 1 May
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque – 1 May
Wayne State University – 1 May
Western Illinois University – 1 May
University of North Dakota, Grand Forks – 1 May (General)
University of Texas, Dallas – 1 May (General)
Boise State University – 15 May
Southern Methodist University – 15 May
University of Louisiana, Lafayette – 15 May
University of Colorado, Denver – 15 May (Final)
Louisiana State University, Baton Rogue – 15 May (Final)
University of North Dakota, Grand Forks – 15 May (Computer Science)
Montana State University, Bozeman – 15 May (Most of Engineering Departments)
Wright State University, Dayton – 15 May (Early)
Lawrence Technological University – 22 May

US Universities with Deadlines in June -
Louisiana Tech University, Ruston – 1 June
Monmouth University – 1 June
California State University, Fresno – 1 June
Kent State University – 1 June
New York Institute of Technology – 1 June
Syracuse University – 1 June
Texas A & M University, Kingsville – 1 June
Texas State University – 1 June (Final)
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville – 1 June
University of Arkansas, Little Rock – 1 June
University of California, Riverside – 1 June (without Aid)
University of Detroit, Mercy – 1 June
University of Illinois, Springfield – 1 June
Florida Institute of Technology – 8 June
Drexel University – 13 June
Marist College, Poughkeepsie – 15 June
California State University, Northridge – 15 June
George Mason University, Fairfax – 15 June
Missouri University of Science & Technology, Rolla – 15 June (Final)
Tulane University – 15 June

US Universities with Deadlines in July -
Florida State University – 1 July
Lamar University – 1 July
Minnesota State University, Mankato – 1 July
Arkansas State University – 3 July
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville – 15 July
University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport – 15 July
University of South Alabama, Mobile – 15 July (Computer Science)
University of South Alabama, Mobile – 1 July (Other Engineering Departments).

US Universities with Deadlines in August -
State University of New York, Albany – 1 August (without Aid)
Villanova University – 1 August (Computer Science)
University of North Carolina, Charlotte – 15 August (Final)

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Nobody: 9:30am On Mar 20, 2019
scipy:
GUys, I just got an admit for USF
Elect/Elect

Praying funding follows
Congrats Man! Still waiting for a PhD decision in Electrical Eng. What's your profile like? When did you submit the application?
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Predstan: 9:37am On Mar 20, 2019
scipy:
GUys, I just got an admit for USF
Elect/Elect

Praying funding follows

MSC or PhD?
University of San Fransisco or University of South Florida?

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by AspiringPHD: 11:35am On Mar 20, 2019
Good afternoon...

I’m having issues with WES evaluation.

It’s in regards to to Olevel result.

So my WAEC result is not completed, I failed most of my courses (oops), my NECO as well. In short, I ended up sitting for NABTEB; now the problem is, NABTEB is not getting the verification process right, and WES keep rejecting the olevel result.

Can I use the poor WAEC result either ways? I mean does it have any effect on the overall evaluation of prerequisite and CGpA?

I have searched everywhere but I can’t find information on this.
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Javanian: 3:14pm On Mar 20, 2019
Scholastica16:


I was going to suggest that to him. Passions can change after 2 years. Who knows? grin

Time2Smile:

Congratulations. Personally I think you should choose UNT. Denton is a northern suburb of Dallas. Dallas is one of the emerging tech hubs with real good paying jobs and openings.
I would want to teach you to game the system but you can always "master out".

I think I am getting sold on the UNT option. Thank you very much both of you.

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by neahyo(m): 5:29pm On Mar 20, 2019
Javanian:




I think I am getting sold on the UNT option. Thank you very much both of you.

Hi Javanian, Congratulations on your admit. In as much as you've been convinced by others, the truth is, PhD is not for everyone. In the same US you desire to get a PhD, don't be surprised you'd compete with candidates with BSc for same jobs (though they have other certifications). Many people dropout from the PhD program, others lose motivation to continue as they already have job offers after completing two years (and they'd be awarded a MSc). If your aim for a PhD is to get jobs, I'm sorry you have to change your mindset.

Few months ago, someone here wrote about the journey to his PhD (in Chemistry), I hope you can get the link to his story on the US student visa thread. Be sincere, where do you see yourself in 4 years? Are you ready for the rigours of research? Without having any financial issues, would you still be interested in the PhD? What if you are guaranteed to get a job after the first two years in the US, will you still select the PhD program?

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by ponpon(m): 1:13pm On Mar 21, 2019
Now accepting Gre and toefl reg.

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Mikkyboy(m): 2:41pm On Mar 21, 2019
Congratulations Javanian.

As for me I have given up.I guess its until next season.
I have two rejects from Baylor and Brown Universities.
The rest are in Limbo as per admissions.I gathered they have offered the first rounds of admissions.

Good luck to you guys.
Javanian:
Computer Science, Fall 19.

Admits so far.

Auburn University (MS) (Grad Coordinator said they are looking for funding for me, said they had budget cuts so nothing is sure)

Bowling Green State University (MS) In state and Out of state Tuition waiver + $10,000.00 Graduate Assistantship stipend

East Tennesse State University (MS) In state and Out of state Tuition waiver - Assistantship decisions will be made next month

University of North Texas (Ph.D) Tuition waiver + Graduate Assistantship



I am just confused right now

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Nobody: 2:49pm On Mar 21, 2019
soar10:
Hello, please I have been trying to reach @ponpon for sometime now for GRE test registration on his WhatsApp, but he has not been responding well enough. Please help a sister

ponpon:
Now accepting Gre and toefl reg.

cc: ponpon
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by solihp(f): 3:34pm On Mar 21, 2019
Mikkyboy:
Congratulations Javanian.

As for me I have given up.I guess its until next season.
I have two rejects from Baylor and Brown Universities.
The rest are in Limbo as per admissions.I gathered they have offered the first rounds of admissions.

Good luck to you guys.

Hello, how are you doing today?

Don't give up just yet, even if the first round of admission has been sent out, some people decline their offers early and they move to the waitlist, some schools also offer some admission after April 15th. So hang in there, I am hopeful for you. Fall 2019,yes we can.

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by invinzible1: 9:11pm On Mar 21, 2019
Good evening all. I need you guys help. I'm preparing for GRE, but I plan applying next year April to Youngstown stàte uni Ohio.
The issue is that after my bsc which was in Finance/banking, I grew interest in another career entirely (Agriculture which I'm presently into). My question is that is there a way a can switch to a Masters program in Agriculture or should I just continue on the path of finance Accounting and Economics. And if there is a way I can also get equipped in agriculture while studying other course
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Mikkyboy(m): 9:39pm On Mar 21, 2019
Thanks Solihp for the encouragement.
I am hanging there now. wink cheesy
solihp:


Hello, how are you doing today?

Don't give up just yet, even if the first round of admission has been sent out, some people decline their offers early and they move to the waitlist, some schools also offer some admission after April 15th. So hang in there, I am hopeful for you. Fall 2019,yes we can.

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by mtope: 6:22am On Mar 22, 2019
Please is there anyone currently preparing for the GRE? Or anyone who can give me useful tips. I have more than one month before my exam date, I understand all the verbal and Quantitative concepts but based on my practice test scores it seems I am not improving. I review my error too. I do better in Quantitative and not in verbal and sometimes vice versa. If you have taken this test before, kindly advise. Thank you. The highest I got in Quant is 155 and verbal 151. All suggestions are welcome.
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Nobody: 7:33am On Mar 22, 2019
Predstan:


MSC or PhD?
University of San Fransisco or University of South Florida?
He said its MSC. We are not sure which of the schools it is albeit i think its that of South Florida
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 7:59am On Mar 22, 2019
Mikkyboy:
Congratulations Javanian.

As for me I have given up.I guess its until next season.
I have two rejects from Baylor and Brown Universities.
The rest are in Limbo as per admissions.I gathered they have offered the first rounds of admissions.

Good luck to you guys.
Don’t give up yet,a friend of mine has 4 admissions and is yet to decide. There are many more like him,go on gradcafe and they are in their hundreds. Once they start declining in April,spaces will open up.

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 8:00am On Mar 22, 2019
frostsc:


Congrats! It's the beginning of a new life with new possibilities. Just one final hurdle and you're there.
Thank you!
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 8:00am On Mar 22, 2019
chiboy429:


congratulations sire. I tap into your success
Thank you.
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 8:01am On Mar 22, 2019
Sherlock5577:

Congrats on your admit and funding!!
Thank you

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 8:01am On Mar 22, 2019
BikeMan:
A big congratulation
Thank you
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 8:06am On Mar 22, 2019
Scholastica16:
Congrats Pierre92, As you can see, you did not need to retake the GRE to secure full funding. Washington State is a good school. A lot of Uni of Washington rejects which are also MIT, Stanford etc rejects go there...lol.
.
As a Harvard reject , I concur. Lol. Harvard waited till March to send a nicely worded rejection letter. Now comes the eternal debate whether I am ready to spend 5 years pursuing a degree as against going for a masters.

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 8:07am On Mar 22, 2019
Yildiz:
congratulations
Thank you
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 8:08am On Mar 22, 2019
4gunners:


Congrats!!!!!
Thank you
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 8:08am On Mar 22, 2019
CptCharlesVane:
Congrats Monsieur Pierre grin
Thank you

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by pierre92(m): 8:35am On Mar 22, 2019
pierre92:
Applied to a mix of programs for PhD since masters in health/life sciences are barely fully funded
Harvard University (Had to be done grin)- PhD Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Emory University-PhD Cancer Biology
Washington State University-PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences
Purdue University- PhD Medicinal Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology
Purdue University- PhD Interdisciplinary Biomedical Sciences
University of Illinois UC-PhD Biopharmaceutical Sciences
University of Kentucky- PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Profile:
GPA:3.75/4(Unofficial WES)
GRE: 315 (Q-157, V-158)/4
TOFEL: 109

Started work on back-up schools though. No time cheesy
Update:
Harvard-Rejected-Not surprised.
Washington State-Accepted(fully funded)
Emory University-Rejected. Something to do with insufficient research experience.
Purdue Medicinal Chemistry- Rejected
Purdue Interdisciplinary biomedical Sciences- Waitlist
University of Kentucky- Waitlist
UIC- Rejected. This particular decision was infuriating as I submitted my application before the priority deadline.The office of graduate admissions asked for official transcripts to be mailed to them around the end of December after reviewing my application containing the unofficial transcripts. I did not know that this meant my application was on hold and therefore was not reviewed by the department till February,as my transcripts were delayed due to strike actions in my university.

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by Mikkyboy(m): 10:13am On Mar 22, 2019
Thanks bro and congrats.
pierre92:

Don’t give up yet,a friend of mine has 4 admissions and is yet to decide. There are many more like him,go on gradcafe and they are in their hundreds. Once they start declining in April,spaces will open up.
Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by 4gunners(m): 11:09am On Mar 22, 2019
Hello scholars!!! After waiting endlessly for the update on my PHd application to UA- Fayetteville. I sent an enquiry mail to the grad co-ord Civil dept. He replied that I've been granted admission and will be officially notified very soon. However, they're still searching for funding for me. No one has decided to fund me yet.

This morning, I received a mail from a prof in the dep. who I I sent mail to several months ago on the possibility of securing RA with him. The mail reads: "

Are you still looking for a place for graduate school? Have you published any papers, conference or journal articles? If so, I would be interested in reading them. If not, do you have any technical writing you could share with me? Perhaps something on the brachiopod shell research.

I have attached a paper of mine. Would you mind reading it and giving me your thoughts? I would be interested to know what questions you have after reading it. Either about our methods or future work you think it promotes.

Thank you,

I need your advice on the best way to go, as I do not want to take a wrong step. Pls, I know the mail is not vague but still, I need input from "elders"

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by CptCharlesVane: 1:40pm On Mar 22, 2019
Very positive development, I think you're being evaluated for critical thinking and ability to pose research questions. Perhaps, someone else with more research exp in also being considered. Anyway, whatever you decide to send, make sure the plagiarized content is at the barest minimum.

For the paper you will read, you might want to identify gaps and talk about possible options to test and explore those ideas you found. You should thoroughly understand the paper.

You're in already so good luck and congratulations in advance.
4gunners:
Hello scholars!!! After waiting endlessly for the update on my PHd application to UA- Fayetteville. I sent an enquiry mail to the grad co-ord Civil dept. He replied that I've been granted admission and will be officially notified very soon. However, they're still searching for funding for me. No one has decided to fund me yet.

This morning, I received a mail from a prof in the dep. who I I sent mail to several months ago on the possibility of securing RA with him. The mail reads: "

Are you still looking for a place for graduate school? Have you published any papers, conference or journal articles? If so, I would be interested in reading them. If not, do you have any technical writing you could share with me? Perhaps something on the brachiopod shell research.

I have attached a paper of mine. Would you mind reading it and giving me your thoughts? I would be interested to know what questions you have after reading it. Either about our methods or future work you think it promotes.

Thank you,

I need your advice on the best way to go, as I do not want to take a wrong step. Pls, I know the mail is not vague but still, I need input from "elders"

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Re: How To Achieve High Scores On The GRE by 4gunners(m): 2:29pm On Mar 22, 2019
CptCharlesVane:
Very positive development, I think you're being evaluated for critical thinking and ability to pose research questions. Perhaps, someone else with more research exp in also being considered. Anyway, whatever you decide to send, make sure the plagiarized content is at the barest minimum.

For the paper you will read, you might want to identify gaps and talk about possible options to test and explore those ideas you found. You should thoroughly understand the paper.

You're in already so good luck and congratulations in advance.
Thanks for taking your time to reply. Do you think my final year project thesis will suffice as a technical paper? I've not written nor published any journal.

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