USA: Universities
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This article aims to provide information about universities in the US for prospective students and those currently studying. Only a stub for now, needs input.
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Rankings
- US News (http://www.usnews.com): One of the most highly regarded sources of rankings of US universities. Includes rank by area (e.g. Computer Science, Economics, Business etc.) and in some cases rank by sub-area (e.g. within Computer Science: Systems, Theory etc.).
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Typical Admission Requirements
Requirements of most universities include the following. This is not an exhaustive list, be sure to check the exact requirements and deadlines from the university itself.
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of Purpose, also called Personal Statement
- Standardized tests such as SAT, GRE, GMAT, TOEFL etc.
- Up to 3 or 4 recommendation letters
- Academic transcripts from previous institutions attended
Given how universities operate, which of these is plays a greater role is largely a mystery and can vary from place to place. It is generally believed that for undergraduate admissions the SAT score and and academic transcripts are important, whereas for graduate admissions the statement of purpose and recommendation letters may be crucial. It should be noted that most, if not all, of the standardized tests are administered by ETS, which updates the test formats every few years. As a result, universities are often hesitant in accepting the new format, or it takes time for them to formulate policies regarding old test scores vs. new test scores.
Research vs. Coursework
See also
To see a list of students and alumni who have volunteered to offer their contact information, see List of students.
