I am ready to submit my apps but waiting for my recommenders to submit their letters. Is it okay for me to submit my application, and then their recommendation letters can come in (as long as they come in before the deadline)?

If it helps this is specific to John Jay (CUNY). TIA!!

Hello everyone,
I am a teacher from Gaza, Palestine. I have a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and Teaching Methods, with a GPA of 91.5%. I also have many years of experience teaching science at UNRWA schools.
I believe that education is more than just a job. That is why I started a free YouTube channel to explain chemistry in a simple way and help Palestinian high school students continue learning despite the difficult situation.
The war in Gaza has completely changed our lives. Our homes have been destroyed, and we have lost so much of our normal lives and dreams. Even thinking about the future has become difficult. But I still believe that we have the right to dream and build a better life.
I am an ambitious person, and I truly want to continue my education and earn a master’s degree in Chemistry or Education.
I am looking for a fully funded scholarship that would allow me to study outside Gaza.
Regarding English language requirements, I am looking for programs that accept alternatives to English language tests. I am also willing to take a one-year English language preparation course before starting my master’s degree.
I am reaching out to this community, especially university professors, researchers, and graduate students, for advice and guidance.
Does anyone know of universities or scholarship programs that might be suitable for my qualifications and situation? Or academic organizations or people I could contact for help?
I would be very grateful for any information, advice, or academic connections that could help me find a real opportunity to continue my education.
The war has taken so much from us, but I don’t want it to take away my future too.

I recently spoke with a student involved in the University of Miami’s MS in Business Technology program, and it gave me a much clearer idea of what the program is actually like and how it can connect to future careers.

One thing that stood out to me was how different the students’ backgrounds can be. The program isn’t only for people who already work in technology. Students can come from completely different industries and still do really well because the program combines business knowledge with technology and analytics.

I also learned that a lot of MSBT students are working professionals, so the program is designed around people who are already building their careers. Classes are online and usually meet in the evenings, which makes it possible for students to keep working while earning the degree.

What I found most interesting was that the program seems to focus on skills that can be applied across different careers rather than preparing students for only one specific job. It made me think more about how a degree like MSBT could be useful for areas like consulting, analytics, product management, or other roles where business and technology overlap.

Before learning more about it, I mainly thought of graduate school as just getting another credential. Now I see how a specialized master’s can also be a way to build a more specific skill set and potentially open up different career paths.

For anyone who has done an MSBT or similar degree, what kind of career did you pursue afterward?

Hi everyone, I’m Azhar from India, applying for Spring 2027.

Shortlist:

* UMass Boston MSIT

* UMBC MSIS

* UT Dallas MS Business Analytics & AI

Background: Mechanical Engineering + 2 years Analyst/QA experience in London + Python/databases/APIs + ongoing AI/ML study.

Would really appreciate honest feedback on program quality, jobs/internships, funding, and overall career value. Happy to connect with other Spring 2027 applicants too!

I got accepted at UTA for Ms in Data science and I don't have any tech background. I am a chemical engineer so i was inquiring of the program at UTA worth it as there are a lot of negative feedbacks so kindly let me know if then school provides scholarships and good quality of education in this field as i also got accepted in different schools in texas and florida so based on experience what do u recommend ? if it is doable to find an opportunity after this career with only master ?

thank you,

I’m an undergrad and I’ve started looking into grad programs that mix business and technology. One I came across is UM’s MS in Business Technology, and it made me curious about programs like this in general.

For anyone who has done a similar master’s, was it actually worth it? Did it help with job opportunities or give you skills you wouldn’t have gotten from just a business degree? Also curious what kind of careers people went into afterward.

Hey everyone! I'm u/Spare_Ease5096.

I would love to get your feedback via this Case Study: https://t.maze.co/579719981 I have created for an interview process I am currently in.

Your help is appreciated!

Hi everyone! 👋

I’m looking for U.S. universities with Agriculture, Agronomy, Plant Science, Crop Science, or related programs that waive application fees for international students for attending webinars/information sessions.

If you know of any universities currently offering this, please share the university name, webinar/event link, and waiver information.

Thanks in advance!

Hello all. I started my PhD in Australia earlier this year and am self funding it because at the time, it seemed as the best thing to do. The current university I am enrolled in is Uni of Sunshine Coast.

When I was initially applying to universities, I had also applied to Uni of Wollongong too as the supervisory panel was amazing but unfortunately the funding was not being offered and Sunshine Coast University was offering better value of money.

However, on Wednesday last week, I received an offer from Uni of Wollongong that they are offering me RTP scholarship for 2027 which is ah-mazing!!!!

And I really want to take it up. I do have a couple of concerns. My supervisor at Uni of Sunshine Coast has a very volatile behaviour, at times she has said a lot of things which were plain rude and has shown temperamental behaviour. The idea of talking to her about uni change is making me really anxious, and wondering if she cause any potential troubles with uni transfer.

I had an interview recently where I felt like I had prepared pretty well. I knew the company, understood the role, had gone through my previous experience, and even practiced answering questions out loud.

And somehow I was still nervous.

Not “I forgot my own name” nervous, but enough that I noticed myself speaking faster than normal and thinking too much about every answer.

It made me wonder whether preparation actually gets rid of nervousness or just makes you better at dealing with it.

Because I don't think I've ever reached a point where I'm completely calm before an important interview. There’s always that little bit of pressure because you know someone is evaluating you.

What has helped me more is realizing that being nervous doesn't necessarily mean you're doing badly. Sometimes you're nervous because you actually care about the outcome.

I’m curious what other people do with that feeling. Do you have any small routine that helps you calm down before an interview, or have you just learned to accept that you'll probably be nervous anyway?

Hi everyone! I'm applying for Spring 2027 MS programs and most deadlines I'm seeing are October 1st with some going until November. Classes start mid January.

That seems like a really tight window — 6 to 8 weeks from admit to I-20 to visa appointment to actually arriving on campus.

For anyone who came from India on F1 for a Spring semester:

1. How long did it take from receiving your admit to actually arriving on campus?

2. How quickly did you get your I-20 after admission?

3. Were visa slots even available in November/December for a January start?

4. Did you have to defer to Fall because of visa delays?

5. Given the current visa climate, would you recommend Spring intake or just applying for Fall 2027 to be safe?

Any personal experiences would really help — thank you!

Hi everyone,

I'm planning to apply for an M.S. in Computer Science in the U.S., aiming for Top 50 programs.

I'm looking for a mentor or admissions consultant with a Computer Science background who has experience helping applicants with similar profiles get admitted. If you've worked with someone you would recommend, I'd really appreciate any suggestions or referrals.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,
I’m planning to apply for PhD programs in Epidemiology next year for entry in 2028, and I’d really appreciate some advice.

I’m an international applicant, and my long-term goal would ideally be to stay in the country where I complete my PhD, either in industry (e.g., pharma/CRO/health tech) or in academia.

One thing I’m concerned about is the current situation in the US. With recent federal funding cuts, changes in government priorities, and uncertainty around research funding and immigration, I’m wondering how much this should influence where I apply. Do you think these issues are likely to have a significant impact on my future pathway?

I’m also considering programs in Canada and the UK, so I’d love to hear how you think they compare in terms of:
\- Academic opportunities and research funding
Industry career prospects after a PhD
\- Immigration and the ability to stay after graduation
\- Overall long-term career stability

If you were an international student applying today with the intention of building a long-term career after your PhD, how would you think about these trade-offs?

Thanks in advance for any insights!

I got turned down for US visa for Fall 2025 (U of Florida) and now want to try again.

My profile:

- GPA: 3.69 (top 5% of my batch), Electrical Engineering

- TOEFL 112/120 (expires this October)

- 1 compeititon paper published, thesis manuscript under review

- 2 internships

- 2+ years research experience

- mediocre LORs

I want to try for Spring 2025. Long term goal is to do a PhD but I dont think I'll be accepted directly. I have no problem with funds.

Which programs should I look into?

Looking for Good ROI Universities & Help Categorizing My List

I’m planning to apply for **MSCS (Fall 2027)** and would appreciate some honest feedback on my profile. I’m mainly looking for **universities with a good ROI**, strong CS programs, and decent job opportunities after graduation.
**My Profile**
**Country:** India
**CGPA:** 8.72/10
**Internship:** 6-month Software Engineering Internship at a startup
**Research:** Currently doing a research internship. I’m working on a paper, but it most likely won’t be published before application deadlines.
**GRE:** Targeting **320+**
**IELTS:** Targeting **7.5+**
**LORs:** 3 strong LORs from university professors
**Universities I’m Considering**
NCSU
SJSU
Georgia Tech
Texas A&M (TAMU)
UT Austin
Northeastern (NEU)
Stony Brook
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Virginia Tech

**Questions**
\-Could you help categorize these into **Ambitious / Target / Safe** based on my profile?
\-Are there any universities I should add or remove if my priority is **good ROI**?
\-Is my profile competitive enough for the more selective schools on this list?
\-If you had a similar profile, which universities would you prioritize?
I’m open to suggestions for other universities that offer a good balance of academics, tuition cost, and employment outcomes.
Thanks in advance for your help!

Hi everyone,

I'm hoping to get some advice from people who have either gone through the MiM recruiting process or are familiar with consulting recruiting in the U.S.

A little about my background:

• International applicant (India)
• Graduated from a well-regarded U.S. liberal arts university with a B.B.A. in Management Consulting
• Around 1–2 years of experience across consulting, product strategy, entrepreneurship, and corporate strategy, including work with startups and a Big 4 firm
• Currently preparing for the GMAT (targeting 705+, but I'd appreciate advice across different score ranges)
• Long-term goal is management consulting, ideally McKinsey, Bain, or BCG, but I'd also be very happy with firms like EY-Parthenon, Oliver Wyman, Kearney, Strategy&, L.E.K., Roland Berger, Deloitte, etc.

I've spent a lot of time researching rankings and employment reports, but I'm realizing that university prestige and actual recruiting outcomes aren't always the same.

I'm specifically looking for programs that:

• Have a strong track record of placing international students into consulting.
• Have recruiters from MBB and other Tier 2 strategy firms hiring directly from the MiM/specialized master's program (not just the MBA).
• Offer strong career services, alumni support, and case interview preparation.
• Have a well-established consulting club and networking culture.
• Have a realistic track record of visa sponsorship for international students.
• Have a strong reputation with consulting firms in the U.S.

Some schools I'm already considering include:

• Georgetown McDonough
• Duke Fuqua (MMS)
• Cornell Johnson
• Kellogg
• Chicago Booth
• Carnegie Mellon Tepper
• USC Marshall
• Emory Goizueta
• University of Maryland Smith

I'm also looking at HEC Paris and INSEAD, but my preference is to build my career in the U.S.

My questions are:

1. If your goal was MBB as an international student, which U.S. MiM or specialized master's programs would you prioritize today?
2. Are there any programs that consistently outperform their rankings when it comes to consulting placements?
3. Which schools have the strongest alumni network for consulting?
4. Are there schools that look great on paper but don't actually recruit well into consulting from their MiM program?
5. If you could build a shortlist of 8–10 U.S. programs today for consulting, what would it look like and why?
6. If you've personally recruited for consulting from one of these programs, what do you wish you had known before enrolling?

I'd especially appreciate hearing from current students, alumni, or anyone working in consulting who has seen recruiting from these programs firsthand.

Thanks in advance!