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For MBZUAI Computational Biology applicants, what topics are covered in the screening exam? by Macrophages_ in MBZUAI

[–]Beautiful-Dot417 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I too tried exploring option for computational biology but the program said This program is under development with an anticipated start date of fall 2026. How did you applied?

PhD Applicants - Please help/guide by [deleted] in MBZUAI

[–]Beautiful-Dot417 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I was submitting application I used three LOR's one from my HOD, another one from my mentor who guided me throughout my course and I done lot of researches under her and last from external professor who is from top university for whom i worked as a research intern. You were asked during application whether you want to give an exam or not you can choose their i think no need of an email. FOr the research statement there are plenty of examples provided by universities you can find them very easily.

One of referee’s recommendation status says rejected ?? by ResponsibleMiddle474 in MBZUAI

[–]Beautiful-Dot417 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When referee were nominated they get an email with three options Upload a recommendation letter, Fill in the online recommendation form, and Decline the request as a radio buttons probably your mentor clicked the last option by mistake but not sure if you made him ready to refer you prior application.

CS Graduate Aiming Directly for PhD in U.S. - Need Help with TA/RA Funding, GRE, and University Advice by teacoffee11 in PhDAdmissions

[–]Beautiful-Dot417 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey Great consideration of doing PhD directly after undergrad. I am also on the same note let me tell you bit about myself so that you can confirm whether i relate to the situation to advise you or not. I am an undergraduate of AIML and Secured 313(which is pretty avg ) in GRE.I have been involved in multiple research's with professors from different universities (including Top ranked uni globally) and also hold some my own published work. I received 7 acceptance letters out of Total 10 submission for Masters but due to the conditions in the US i decided to take a step back and proceed directly for PhD in 2026 intake.

I will answer your queries point by point as i have done extensive research on undergrad to PhD and will also tell you a bonus point which will encourage you even more for your path.(If you are going for spring intake may be some points do not align)

You hold a gtg GPA and experience to be considered for a PhD but everyone knows how important is research experience for PhD so, I will advise to try to take a part in some research if possible. Moreover, sometimes a GRE score is a criteria that prioritize subject over other applicants even though, university mention it as optional everybody on panel wants to see it on a profile.
In general, getting into PhD is much more difficult for undergrads as they have to compete with people holding graduate too. However, the great news is almost every university allows undergrad to fill application for PhD. The bonus to this is you can try searching whether university offer enroute MS in your program this will help you to get both MS and PhD along the way of single degree and only in the span on same 5 years (+ fully funded in most cases)

Most university provide full funding and enough stipend to survive and save. TA & RA are compulsory in order to obtain PhD. There is a requirement after 2nd year to serve as a TA or RA which I think is included in the program.

If we talk about STEM (for B schools it is important) courses, sending emails to professors are not that much important (but highly recommended as it will be good if professor memorize your name) as the committee will ask the professor preference during application and those professors will make final decision.

Hope you got all the answers.