Q&A : How Do I Get into Top 20 Universities With GPA 3.0?
By HSB
Ashruta Asks
Hello, I have my GPA around 3. If i were to choose 1 among the top 20 universities, what should be my probable GRE score. I’m Planning for Fall 2010, which would complete 2 years of my work experience. I want to specialize in Computer Science, and I have completed my BE in computer Science.
I wanted your suggestion about GMAT. For my profile what do you think would help me Master’s in Technology or in Management. Im even interested in management, but i want to go into a field which will give me a good lift up in my company.
GPA Around 3.0
I would definitely like to know how you calculated GPA with degree from India. Unless you have GPA system, its impossible to convert Percentage to GPA. Having said that, universities have their own GPA Converter formula.
Admission in Top 20 Schools
To get college admission into top 20 schools for Masters, you will need to have research experience, which students from IIT, NIT,..along with recommendation letter from professor who is renowned and known about professors in U.S. schools, strong resume, innovative project implemetation, out of the box thinking and proof for that.
GRE Scored required for Top 20 Schools
I would say, GRE Score above 1300. Since GRE Score is considered along with other factors, like paper presentation, projects, statement of purpose, resume, .. it’s ahrd to say how much minimum GRE score is required. But, you can find the minimum GRE Score required to get admission within the Computer Science department admisison page.
GRE or GMAT
There are many schools in US accepting GRE for admission into MBA program. For instance, Stanford University is accepting GRE Scores for MBA admission. So, find the schools that accept GRE for MBA, if in case you want to do MBA. Check how to find GMAT Score form GRE Score.
MBA or MS?
Well, all I know about you is above 4 lines in your question. Each person is unique and it would be mistake from my part to suggest, MBA is good for you or Masters in Technology is good for you. At end of the day, you are going to work and earn money. If you are not happy with your job, then life will be difficult. So, take time to decide, which fields will be your best fit. Also, you can come to US for MBA and if you don’t like it, change to MS or vice versa. So, I will let you decide MBA or MS, but I gave all the options you have.
Minimum Admission Requirements
All the schools have minimum admission requirements. If all the minimum admission requirements are not satisfied, then student will be given conditional admission.
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Hello,
I want to take admission in one of the top 20 universities and want to pursue my MS in Renewable Energy Engineering. Apart from that i want to join a univ in fall season of 2010. I have already taken GRE and my score was 1250. My aggregate is 71% and my profile includes training in solar, hydro energy, and clean development mechanism in which i’ve done a project too. I have other certificates as well. What are my chances of getting admission? Please reply to me.
Aditi
I am a BE(CSE)graduate with 75% what is the chance for me to get in MBA university like Harvard business school,Stanford business school,Columbia Business school.And how much should I require in my GMAT and how many experience I need to show for getting the these business school.
And Do they see the 10 and 12 marks also?
what will happen if i have low % in 10 and 12.Will I be able to make into these schools?
Its all overhyped.
It doesnt matter what you have done or how much percentage you had or if you have work Ex. or no ….and even if your college is reputed or Not.
JUST give GRE get arnd a 1300 or plus.
Easily ull make it to the top 20’s Im saying this with experience so dont worry.
hey dude thats the coolest comment i’ve read of over 200 comments on this blog ..it really gives me immense confidence….as i did my b.e.(mechanical)with 58% ,that too in 5 years ….now i aim at a gre score of about 1350+ ……………u said that u r writting from ur personal experience …..so can u please let me know that do i stand a good enough chance in a top 20 university (for m.s. )……
i know that this is too much to ask with marks that i have but is there any possibility of financial aid for me ??
Top 20 university with 1350 is tough, unless you have few International papers or projects.
hey thanks buddy for ur advice …. as per the final year project i did a very good one as it was aicte approved project …paper presentation – none , well as u said that top 20 is tough …can u advice a good enough gre score for top 20 as now that is the only thing that i can work hard for … nd can i think of some financial assistance after that undergrad. marks ?? i can get some very good recommendation letters if required ….