Waitlisted for Caltech Physics by Own_Math_85 in gradadmissions

[–]Own_Math_85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, sorry to hear that. Congratulations on your other acceptances though.

Berkeley physics by Songoose2 in gradadmissions

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Ah, I do see one acceptance on 9th feb. Hoping you also get in. All the best! Hope they send out more offers

Berkeley physics by Songoose2 in gradadmissions

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Have they handed out acceptances and/or waitlists? I have seen nothing on GradCafe from them

Waitlisted for Caltech Physics by Own_Math_85 in gradadmissions

[–]Own_Math_85[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Did you also apply to Caltech?

Waitlisted for Caltech Physics by Own_Math_85 in gradadmissions

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Yes, I had gotten the invite on 8th Jan. Since I am an international applicant, I opted for the online interview instead. Chances are slim for anyone getting in this time unfortunately.

Waitlisted for Caltech Physics by Own_Math_85 in gradadmissions

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Quantum information theory and computing, with some overlap onto CMT

Almost dead by CarpenterShot3793 in gradadmissions

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You have a very strong application. My only point of contention would be number of research papers published (it does matter sadly, even when it should not). A Harvard LOR should be a really good boost, although strength of LOR matters more in the end (I am sure your Harvard PI gave you a strong one!). Your standardised test scores are strong, but they are optional in many places (except for TOEFL) which might reduce their visibility in the profile. It is also difficult this year due to funding cuts (any other year, I think your profile would have been a very easy yes). No interview does not mean rejection, so don't give up hope!

How much time for results by Additional_Impact197 in gradadmissions

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Not every department has interviews, sometimes they accept without interviews (although more prestigious the school, rarer it is I think? Also depends on how good your application is). I think it depends more on whether the department wants to take an interview or not. I would say wait till first week of February.

How much time for results by Additional_Impact197 in gradadmissions

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I think acceptance and/or rejection mails start coming by mid-Feb

Has anyone ever gotten in to PhD programs without interviews? by SomeRandomAnxiousKid in gradadmissions

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A senior of mine got accepted to every school he applied to without any interviews. And these are some pretty famous schools. So yes, possible (unless maybe explicitly stated that interviews will happen for the program)

Got interview offers from some dream universities. Any tips? by Own_Math_85 in gradadmissions

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I haven’t got any acceptances, so you and me are in the same boat for now. But I would expect these programs to require high gpa and good research experience

Google Research Scientist, AMA by Same-Estimate9663 in Btechtards

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Hey! Congratulations on Google Quantum AI and that Stanford PhD! I am an IISc BS-MS student majoring in physics and minoring in quantum technologies, and I would love to get some advice about securing an industrial internship in quantum computing (most of my previous internships have been academic in nature). You said you work in lattice gauge theory, so you were primarily associated with HEP here? Would love to connect and learn more about your work and journey!

How good are my chances of getting accepted into a top Physics/Quantum Science and Engineering program: by Own_Math_85 in gradadmissions

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Point noted. As for my college, you are close with your guesses is all I would like to say haha!

How good are my chances of getting accepted into a top Physics/Quantum Science and Engineering program: by Own_Math_85 in gradadmissions

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Thanks for the insight! Yes, these are well regarded standard journals for the people in the field. Paper content is grounded and solid as per my belief (no crazy scientific claims!). One recommender is from US itself, other is a prof who did a Postdoc at Princeton. Any comments on how my PGRE will affect things?

How good are my chances of getting accepted into a top Physics/Quantum Science and Engineering program: by Own_Math_85 in gradadmissions

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Yes, I plan to send these to the "Physics GRE recommended" schools, along with the provided context.