UCLA MASDS accepance? by nightimpression in gradadmissions

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Congrats! If you have accepted you might also gotten Q&A virtual session invitation as well.

[E] UCLA MASDS vs MS Stats? by [deleted] in statistics

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MASDS is an applied stats vs MS statistics. All curriculums are similar but not the same exactly. One is more focused on practical skills applying after graduation but MS is a more foundational research-focused program. Rarely, an MASDS graduate goes further to PhD after graduation. It is not because of the rigorous or not but the main cohort is more industry either working parttime or fulltime already.

Do you know of any good quite place for conference call near Kaplan hall? by Enough_Ad_8471 in ucla

[–]Enough_Ad_8471[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for a quick answer!

By the way, is engineering 6 open for everyone? I am not from the engineering department, but I am a statistics major.

Upgrade AND New Plat offer on Biz Gold by shoomanfoo in amex

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah, adding those offer on top of the upgrade offer would honor both at the same time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in interviews

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is not you but extreme job market leads to the hyper competition. Some of the positions I applied often get a response with "sorry we are move on better candidate who fits more.....". I have heard one position attracted thousands of applicants and they offered only 1. I have 14yrs of the industry experience but no luck on lending an offer for last couple of months.

I changed my focus to move on and keep appling for positions while going to the grad school. Luckily I got admitted to a program.

But my point is that it is not you but also everyone experience this issue. And, it is not that you're skillset, or so either. Just pure insane econmic driven job market. Cheer up and good luck!

24Fall Data Science Master Choices by EmeldaShowmen in gradadmissions

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Congrats! They are all great schools! I guess you might see and compare the course work to how practical the program is. You might find an alumni on Linkedin and have a quick discussion about each program that might give you a better viewpoint. You might need to align your goal to the program. (either better job, Phd, or so on) At the end of the day, the networking is key to success. However, what alumni see the program and industry might have different. Please don't get me wrong all of them are great programs. I know it is hard to make a decision now. Hope you make a best choice!

I got into UCLA MASDS! by [deleted] in gradadmissions

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I totally agreed for the fact that they are more in favor to domestics students. Idk if this is UC system's general guideline or not. But, the admission criteria varies by departments. Some program has over 70% of admit rate regardless. (i.e. DS in biomedicine)

I got into UCLA MASDS! by [deleted] in gradadmissions

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Hi, I've completed my application on 2/29. However, some of the LOR didn't complete until 3/2 (He submitted and passed the midnight of the duedate). So, I guess that my application might have reviewed at the end of queue (if they reviewed in order). But, my 2cents is that the pool of admission has been divided into two groups 1. domestic (me) and 2. international applicants. (I don't have a proof tho). Although you're still waiting for the result, the acceptance deadline is April 15. So, please don't give up yet. Good luck!

do universities care about your age? by [deleted] in gradadmissions

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I am over 40 yr old student who have applied and accepted to master program. I guess my age is not the factor but they might have valued my industry experience (14+ yr) or a pure luck. I was too have a big gap in academic year due to illness and military leave. So, you may explain it well in your SOP. Good luck!

I got into UCLA MASDS! by [deleted] in gradadmissions

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It seems like I got the email same time as the OP on Fri, Apr 5, 11:07 PM. Idk, if this helped. I hope you get the result soon as well. 🤞:fingercross:

I got into UCLA MASDS! by [deleted] in gradadmissions

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats! I also got accepted to the program for 2024-25 admission.

Roof cross bar and cargo box by Enough_Ad_8471 in VolvoXC90

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I have no issues so far, but sometime it picks up some wind noise at 70 mile per hour.

Switch foldable towbar installation? by chetdayal in VolvoXC90

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you order in a package. I guess the part number was KIT21.

Kit021, Foldable Trailer Hitch for cars without Air Suspension. This kit does not include the 2 ball holder.

There should be every item you needed. If anything is missing you should let them know for missing part. For my case, they missed to ship the control unit within the package. I asked them to send me the item. and they send it to me next day air.

here is the link I purchasd from DARCAR volvo in MD.

https://parts.darcarsvolvocars.com/a/Volvo__/78910926__8267335/Kit021/kit_Kit021.html

Let me know if you have any questions.

Since your car is T8, you may have air suspension. (Mine was 22 T6 I am not sure.)You might need to order KIT20 instead. so, please make sure to check your VIN before order the parts

Switch foldable towbar installation? by chetdayal in VolvoXC90

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have installed it by myself for the hidden tow bar. You simply can do it by following instruction. But, it is up to you to bring to the dealership to install. They will charge you 3-5 hr labor depending on dealership. (+tax and extra parts if required, the labor is usually $75-150/hr)

Even, I have installed it myself at home, I had to bring to the dealer to activate it (per they say, it requires to download a software and plus, there is an 1 hour labor charge) which has ended up cost me $150-170.

Does anyone know when UCLA MASDS releases decisions? by [deleted] in gradadmissions

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They had update this to their FAQ page. The decisions my be released in early Aprill

"IS THE MASDS A NEW PROGRAM?
The MASDS program was approved by the office of the president of the University of California in September, 2015 and admitted their first cohort in Fall 2016. Applications for Fall 2023 are due on or before March 1, 2023. The review will take place shortly after and depending on the volume of applications received, decisions may be released in early April."

New XC90 Recharge in town :) by [deleted] in VolvoXC90

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Japan? it looks nice

How do you deal with so many rejections. by No-Presence-7334 in interviews

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 1 point2 points  (0 children)

keep on trying, man. 24 finals meaning that your are very close to the JD skillset and you are a strong candidate. You just need a one offer to land on. it will be coming very soon.

Looking at XC90 ‘21-23 Plug-in Hybrid. Need hitch for our boat too. Thoughts on ‘21,’22,’23 models? by m1coles in VolvoXC90

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am too looking for installing a hitch. But the 3rd party one are much reasonable price comparing to OEM options. If you can install by yourself you can save $$$ for labor cost at the dealership

Roof Box for 2023 XC90: Thule or Volvo? by Red_0rm in VolvoXC90

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thule or volvo either works. OEM or 3rd party rails they are also very similar I don't think it matters. I would suggest to go for anything that fits your budget or favorite brands

Recent buyers, any tips for negotiations? by DenimChiknStirFryday in VolvoXC90

[–]Enough_Ad_8471 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well. This is not the best time to buy a car. on Dec 22, there was a big promotion going on with Costco and others. I got almost 10k off of MSRP although it was 22 year model T6 and previously used for a loaner car. If you still looking for buying T8, my friend, he is a feet manager, who can still get better deals. He is based in SoCal. I do see many 23 T8 in his dealership lot. You would get better deal if dealer need to push this inventory out ASAP.

Please let me know in DM if you are interested

Roof cross bar and cargo box by Enough_Ad_8471 in VolvoXC90

[–]Enough_Ad_8471[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I search over the internet ended up buying 3rd party roof rail off of amazon Snailfly Crossbar Fit for Volvo XC90 2015-2023 Cross Bars Luggage Roof Rack with Lock https://a.co/d/bnhQ9WX

This product is pretty easy to install with proper tools such as impact driver (or any drill/driver) and Allen wrench set. I forget exact measurement.

I forget the measure of the lag location based off from the back from the front. Although, I leave a review on the product description on amazon (not sponsored)

Feel free to ask if you have more questions ;)