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I have to choose between two universities, Florida State University and San Jose State University. Which should I pick?

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Ashish Sethani Posted On : March 27th, 2023
Studied at Florida State University

 If you have to pick one university between Florida State University and San Jose State University, you are highly recommended to choose Florida State University. 

It is a large public university located in Tallahassee, Florida. Here are some advantages of studying at Florida State University:

  • Academic programs: FSU offers a wide range of academic programs at the undergraduate and graduate level, including highly ranked programs in law, business, social sciences, and more. The university has a strong reputation for academic excellence and is recognized as a "Research 1" university.
  • Campus: FSU has a beautiful campus with state-of-the-art facilities, including modern classrooms, research labs, and athletic facilities. The campus is also home to the Museum of Fine Arts and the FSU Circus, which is the only collegiate circus in the United States.
  • Location: Tallahassee is the capital city of Florida and offers a rich cultural experience with a variety of museums, art galleries, and theaters. The city is located near many beaches and state parks, providing students with opportunities for outdoor recreation and exploration.
  • Student life: FSU has a vibrant student life with over 700 student organizations and clubs, including fraternities and sororities, academic clubs, and cultural organizations. The university also has a strong athletic program, with teams competing in the NCAA Division I.
  • Career opportunities: FSU has a strong career services department that provides students with assistance in finding internships, job placements, and career advice. The university has a large alumni network, which can provide valuable networking opportunities for students.

Overall, studying at Florida State University can provide students with a quality education, a vibrant campus community, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

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How can I get into Florida State University?

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Olivia Morris Posted On : March 21st, 2022
studied at Florida State University

Getting into Florida State University is difficult as there are a lot of factors at play. The competition varies depending on your choice of school and the intake session. The prerequisites stay the same but the competition changes. Taking admission as a freshman during the fall semester is more difficult, due to the huge number of applications. 

The prerequisites for Florida State University international students' admission are as follows.

  • A high GPA (usually above 4.0 on a 5.0 scale).
  • An impressive entrance essay.
  • Strong LORs.
  • High scores in standardized examinations like SAT/ACT (average SAT score  - 1250-1360, average ACT score - 28-31)
  • Valid proof of financial support. 
  • As an international student, you will also need a valid IELTS or TOFEL score to prove your English proficiency.

Although they make exceptions, these are the general requirements for taking admission. They want to make sure that you are well-rounded and have a good moral character. 

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Is Ohio State University a good school for aerospace engineering?

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Cindy Greenfield Posted On : January 13th, 2021
Ph.D from The Ohio State University

Aerospace Engineering is a very specialized program not found in many universities around the world. The department of mechanical and aerospace engineering, Ohio State University offers BS, MS as well as PhD degree in aerospace engineering. While there are plenty of feats mentioned on OSU's website, you are better off visiting the university yourself and speak to recent passouts as well as the students presently studying there. This will help you understand more about their shortcomings which are conveniently hidden by their many excellent achievements. 

At the undergraduate level it offers various highly specialized electives such as turbomachinery, aeroelasticity, helicopter aerodynamics, propulsion, fluid mechanics etc.

In addition to that, the school also offers an MS as well as PhD which can also be taken up after completing your BS directly subjected to a minimum of 80 graduate credit hours at BS level.

There are professors who are top class in what they do, especially one from the Jet Propulsion Systems. So if the culture of the university fits you, then you will do great at the school. However, you should always look up to some current students or alumni to get some better insights. You may also consider going to the university directly and talk to students of the department.

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Should I choose USC, UIUC, or Syracuse University for my undergraduate study of architecture?

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Ravina Kumar Posted On : January 13th, 2021
Former Graduate Teaching Assistant at University of Southern California

The University of Southern California (USC) is a private university located in Los Angeles, California. The University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign (UIUC) is a public university located in the twin cities of Urbana and Champaign. The QS World University Rankings by subject 2020 – Architecture/Build Environment is given below –

  • University of Southern California (USC) - #51 - 100
  • University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign (UIUC) - #50
  • Syracuse University - #101 – 150

The rankings tell you one thing and the experience of the students another. The reputation and the number of graduates from the USC School of Architecture and Syracuse University School of Architecture are far more than the graduates from the Illinois School of Architecture – UIUC.

All these programs are quite close in terms of rankings as well. So academically you cannot go wrong with any of these three schools. Yet USC and Syracuse University still hold a little edge.

Your choice should also depend upon the area you want to settle down after graduating. USC is located on the west coast, UIUC in the midwest and Syracuse University on the east coast. If you want to work in New York, choose Syracuse University. If you want to work in California or Los Angeles, choose USC. It is not that they are not known nationally, but most of the hiring managers, some of whom may be alumni, are located in companies closer to the university itself, thus a better chance of getting employed in that region.

Also some may prefer the quiet regions of upstate New York or Illinois while some may marvel at the architectural designs in and around the city of Los Angeles. This is strictly a personal choice. Also factor in the huge and ever growing alumni network of USC, which makes it a compelling choice.

If you combine all these factors, then University of Southern California (USC) emerges as a clear winner among the three for studying architecture.

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What are the strongest majors in terms of job prospects and what are the weakest majors at The Ohio State University?

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Ginny Hallewell Posted On : January 13th, 2021
Studied at The Ohio State University

Your job prospects or sales prospects have nothing to do where you went to study. There's a common perception that Arts are among the weakest majors- however OSU definitely provides a certain 'brand name recognition' which applies to most of its programs. The Ohio State University is a research oriented university offering 263 different programs in Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctoral as well as certificates to the students. It has 21 different schools for students to choose from according to their future prospects and interests.

The strongest majors in terms of job prospects will arguably be from the school of science and engineering. Among the engineering programs, Welding Engineering is the least known (also one of a kind) program. Yet, the graduates are very much sought after by recruiters. Apart from that the school of medicine has a cancer research facility which is also excellent. The school of veterinary and the school of nursing also offer the best job prospects after graduating from the university. There have also been instances where the hospitals have agreed to pay the loans for the students, from which you can gauge the demand for nurses.

As for the weakest majors, Art, History, French and Italian are among the courses which do not attract many jobs after graduation. In no way this suggests that these courses are bad. The industry of these courses, especially fine arts, works more as “sales” rather than “job”. Thus most bachelor degree holders in fine arts actually work in fields which are not even remotely connected to arts. Also brand recognition of the university is not as high as that of Yale University or Columbia University which hinders the chances of Master’s students while applying for teaching positions.

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How is Ohio State University for a MS in computer engineering in terms of the quality of courses and placements?

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Angie Smith Posted On : January 13th, 2021
Computer Engineering Grad, Ohio State University

It is seriously top-notch. It used to rank about USA's top 25 Engineering Schools and is presently at #30- which means it might have slipped a bit lower but is still counted among the big names. OSU offers an MS in computer engineering in two forms; research track which requires a thesis completion as well as 30 credit hours and a coursework track which requires 33 credit hours without the need of a thesis. Research is a big part of the master’s degree and with professors here conducting research in areas such as Natural Language Processing (NLP), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data etc. you are assured of a quality teaching. Also many times, the professors will also incorporate projects based on the theoretical implementations which is really beneficial for the students. Any college needs to be of excellent quality to maintain this position consistently. 

As far as placements are concerned, it will depend on the overall job market during the time of your course completion. Also how much you have accomplished and the knowledge you gained during the course play a huge role during placements. Rest assured, this is a STEM program from a very prestigious state university, so you are assured of at least entry level jobs with decent to good grades. Some of the biggest recruiters who have visited the campus include Facebook, Microsoft, Google etc.

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Which university should I go to for a master’s in Analytics, University of Cincinnati or McGill?

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Parth Patel Posted On : February 3rd, 2021
Studied MS in Business Analytics at the University of Cincinnati

The engineering and IT schools at the University of Cincinnati work alongside each other on many aspects including analytics too. The IT school has a reputation for having the fastest growth in the entire university. P&G, GE, Cincinnati Bell, Great American Insurance, Western-Southern Life, Kroger, Macy’s, are some of the companies with which the school partnered which means great placement opportunities. The Co-op program offered by the college is also the best you can get in the country.

McGill University is ranked at 51st place in Best Global Universities by US News meanwhile the University of Cincinnati is ranked at 143rd place in National universities in the US. If you wish to choose the college depending on academics, then both the schools share a good reputation in that aspect. 

Here’s a quick comparison for you to consider their pros and cons:

Content University of Cincinnati McGill University
Program MS (Business Analytics) MBA (Business Analytics)
Duration 2 Years 2 Years
Tuition Fees USD14,949/Year USD33,375/Year
Exam Scores (Average) IELTS-7.5 TOEFL-100 GMAT-737 IELTS-7 TOEFL-105 GMAT-660

However, with all its academic excellence the University of Cincinnati is not so well known outside of Ohio. So, after finishing your master's, if your goal is to look for work opportunities outside of the US, you may as well wish to pursue your education at an institute that is known around places.

Meanwhile pursuing your Master's degree at McGill University offers better future academics, as well as better employment opportunities. McGill has global recognition and it was ranked at 42nd place in World University Rankings in 2020 by Times Higher Education. The institute is well-reputed around the world which will surely ensure better job prospects for you when you finish your studies.

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What are the strongest academic programs at the University of Cincinnati?

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Himanshu Ajmera Posted On : February 3rd, 2021
M.S Information Technology & Information Retrieval, University of Cincinnati

The institute offers honors programs for students who are keen to gain academic knowledge and are also ambitious towards their goals. The engineering college at the institute is said to be good. Many of the students have said to have a great career thanks to this place as compared to other schools. My own sister went here and got a better starting salary compared to some of her friends from other higher rated schools. Overall, some of their schools provide great career opportunities and ultimately depend on your interest as well as the faculty. Here is a salary estimate for their different programs:

The campus of the institute is very large and the students have had a great experience at the college. Also, these colleges at the institute are said to be the most prestigious:

  • College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP)

The DAAP college of the university offers Bachelor's, Master's, Ph.D., UG Certificate, PG Certificate programs in the fields of design, architecture, art, and planning. The college also has a Co-op program that helps you gain practical experience in the field of your study. 

  • Conservatory of Music (CCM)

The school is for students keen to learn performing and media arts. There are nearly 120 majors for you in the college to help you gain the necessary knowledge. 

  • Business School
  • Law School

Here are the most popular majors at the University of Cincinnati:

Most Popular Majors No. of graduates
Nursing 422
Marketing 419
Psychology 277
Communications 234
Finance 233
Biology 214
Criminal Justice and Safety Studies 205
Accounting 203
Medical Laboratory Technician 181
Mechanical Engineering 180

The University of Cincinnati is ranked at 143rd place in National Universities by US News. Different universities offer different faculty, academics, experience so you must consider them and choose the one which suits your needs best. Every university has its advantages and disadvantages so make sure you take into account both. Also, take into account fees, location, placement opportunities before choosing the college.

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What are the strongest academic programs at Florida State University?

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Akriti Mishra Posted On : April 16th, 2022
LL.M Law & Business Law, Florida State University

There is no such definite yardstick to decide what are the strongest academic programs at Florida State University. However, according to the enrollment rate, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Finance, Safety Studies, Marketing, Biological Sciences, English Language and Literature, Political Sciences, International Relations, Family Studies, Social Sciences, etc. are the most opted majors. 

For 2020 graduates, the ten most popular majors at FSU are as follows.

  • Psychology, General - 8%
  • Finance, General - 6%
  • Safety Studies/Criminal Justice - 5%
  • Marketing or Marketing Management, General - 4%
  • English Language and Literature, General - 4%
  • Political Science and Government, General - 4%
  • Biology or Biological Science, General - 4%
  • International Relations and Affairs - 4%
  • Social Sciences, General - 3% 
  • Human Development and Family Studies, General - 3%

While as per the salary statistics, Financial Services Professionals are the highest-paid alumni and graduates of FSU. They earn approximately $120,000 per annum. Sales and Business Development professionals are the lowest paid among FSU graduates. They usually earn around $42,000.  

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What are the requirements to study in USA?

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Suraj Singh Posted On : December 23rd, 2022
Studied Bachelor of Arts Degrees in Economics at New York University

The general requirement for international students to study in USA are as follows:

  • Transcript
  • Copy of your valid passports
  • Essa/ Statement of Purpose
  • Letter of Recommendations
  • Standardized test scores
    • SAT or ACT- for UG
    • GMAT or GRE- for PG
    • English proficiency test scores

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Sample of Letter of Recommendations Sample of Statement of Purposes
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