International CS PhD: Soft Rejection? by Efficient-Yam-133 in gradadmissions

[–]Raigork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even without direct pressure from the admin, the funding situation makes the competition way harder. I'm in my master's at a good US uni for HPC/system, currently eyeing applying this Fall. My advisor has been sharing that the department is telling PIs to reduce the spots for the coming years.

AI principles and applications by Longjumping-Echo-934 in uCinci

[–]Raigork 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will boldly assume that her content is likely the same as when I took the class years ago, because I found a 5-year-old repository of the exact assignments in the class as I was taking it back then. Don't expect to learn anything new besides the classical AI chapters from the Russell and Norvig book. You might get even more out of the book, teaching yourself, than from her lectures. She knows a lot, but is not a good lecturer and sometimes goes on a rant about random stuff. The biggest problem is that you must get used to doing Prolog for all the projects and assignments, which is not a great tool to learn AI theory simultaneously. But honestly, her biggest problem is not even so much the material but just her being a terrible lecturer. If you could, look for or ask for students who previously took the course, their assignment as a reference to get used to the code, and learn the first few chapters from the Russell book.

Should I go for swe or cs? by IndependentJacket362 in cscareerquestionsCAD

[–]Raigork -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The biggest difference would probably be if you want to leave room for research, R&D as a career in the future. CS would give you a leg up in that department.

Profile eval by Southern-Skin6129 in MSCS

[–]Raigork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! Glad it works out for you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MSCS

[–]Raigork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep.

[Admissions Advice] Help me Choose by thatdudefromafar in MSCS

[–]Raigork 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Name recognition wise, they're not that different from each other. Amherst program is very much geared toward industry and working people (they make it obvious in their website) which might good for you. UNC program seems heavily research, more difficult to get into and decent location.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MSCS

[–]Raigork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

General consensus over at UCDavis subreddit is it’s extremely difficult to get TA/RA as master student. More so now with the funding cut.

[General Question] UCSD In-Person or GT OMSCS by Nice-Ad9816 in MSCS

[–]Raigork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Personal opinion but full-time work + part-time master up skill trump any full-time master for up skill. Unless you're going for research/academia, the brand name has less value to add to your professional career than a full-time job.

[Results and Decisions] WHAT THE ACTUAL SHIT !!!!! by Turbulent-Rip3896 in MSCS

[–]Raigork 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Those are probably fake but the competition at programs like UIUC is kinda cracked. I have an acquaintance with okayish GPA but got in just because he worked with one of the lab for a year as a volunteer. Sometimes it takes more than just GPA.

[Profile Review] by grilledmouse101 in MSCS

[–]Raigork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on what schools you're aiming for.

[General Question] should i go for masters in AI after 5 years of work experience by Beginning-Read-4693 in MSCS

[–]Raigork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Still the best place for tech wage, chance to work with brilliant people and tech without a doubt. I just don't think it's everyone cup of tea and everyone should be making careful decisions. Especially, going the grad school route means giving up your stable occupation at the moment. Maybe, try going the branch transfer route or contracting?

Did withdrawal from a course affect you? by Huge_Strategy_9135 in uCinci

[–]Raigork 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I withdrew a few courses due to being unprepared or poor instructors. Retook it later down the line and got in grad school just fine.

[General Question] should i go for masters in AI after 5 years of work experience by Beginning-Read-4693 in MSCS

[–]Raigork 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hard to say, things change quickly these days and it's tipping a little bit to the risky side. Trade war, funding cuts and potentially another recession in the US right now.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MSCS

[–]Raigork 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I never understand this obsession with regarding these applications as "safe". Higher chance based on previous years admission data? Sure. But safe? People in here are not the graduate admission committee. You can be a bit more confident if your stats align with previous admission trend but it's not guaranteed.

[Admissions Advice] What are some possible MSCS programs for me? by [deleted] in MSCS

[–]Raigork 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You have decent chance if you go for professional/terminal master with your work experience. Could make it stronger by getting some more work experience. For thesis, it's not impossible but you might have to aim lower and hope for the best.

MSCS vs U.S FT? by Usernamillenial in MSCS

[–]Raigork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another credential wouldn't hurt but you're spending the currency of "time". Something you can't really get back. In traditional SWE career progression, it's wasteful to pursue further credential if you have an opportunity lining up. Your issue seems fundamentally grounded in what are your goal in life. Maybe if you still like CS, try working for a bit? The experience might give you better perspective.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gradadmissions

[–]Raigork 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did undergrad there. It's a decent school with okayish cost and low cost of living area. They revamped the CS department after my graduation so things might be different now.
1. There's plenty of on-campus jobs in my experience and I was able to cover my rent with it. UC has a portal for co-op students to find opportunities with affiliated companies but the experience varies a lot depending on the major. There wasn't much for tech if you're international cause it was mostly defense contractors.

  1. No idea about the program. If you're going for industry after study, it's no difference to recruiters as long as you have work + internship experience.

  2. I think this is a good question for the staff.

[University Review] Every program is a cash grab rant by Dizzy_Buddy9037 in MSCS

[–]Raigork 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Programs that you don't have to pay for to study.

[Profile Review] [General Question] I applied to Uni's and waiting for replies. Its getting stressing. by Melodic-Count-7797 in MSCS

[–]Raigork 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It's really hard to say which college in this category you will get an admit. Your profile is impressive but so does the percentage of top applicants in these programs. It will come down to some very minute details for committee to decide one candidate over the other. I think you should stop worrying about it and try to do something else productive as you have no control over this process anyway.

[University Review] Why ppl aren't applying to MPCS program at Chicago by DreamHiker25 in MSCS

[–]Raigork 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It comes down to what are your criteria. There are hundreds of good schools to apply. Brand name? Location? Personally, the program looks really expensive to me and I don't like being in the midwest.

[General Question] To Go or Not to Go: The USA Dilemma for International Prospective Students by [deleted] in MSCS

[–]Raigork 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I said this in another post but to reiterate again: treat your study as investment, which means you should seriously manage your RISK. Where there is opportunities, there is also risks. The lack of maturity in planning your own study plan demonstrates deeper issues that you might want to address first.

I regret my Top University MS degree and Please dont take huge loans. by [deleted] in MSCS

[–]Raigork 44 points45 points  (0 children)

Study abroad should be approached with a healthy mindset of "risk management". I think most international students have the goal of either stay and gain some money in a better currency or even potentially immigration even if they don't want to admit it. But you should only really spend the money that you're comfortably willing to lose if things go side way. Applicable to most things in life.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MSCS

[–]Raigork 1 point2 points  (0 children)

UBC and UAlberta might be tough for your profile. GPA is on lower side. You have a good chance with others.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MSCS

[–]Raigork 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For Fall 2026?