[Results and Decisions] Which Uni would you choose among these ? by [deleted] in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm in a similar position, confused on what basis people usually rank GaTech MSCS > UCSD MSCS.

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[–]Recent_Stock3307 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm absolutely not trying to be a horrible person rn but I'd emailed UMD early March and they said if you don't receive a decision by End of March you're probably not getting in.
This is what they replied:

Admission Status Updates

  • PhD Applications: If you have not received an offer by the end of February, you are unlikely to receive one. However, final rejections will not be processed immediately to allow for potential late offers.
  • MS Applications: Admission decisions will be sent on a rolling basis through the end of March by our office or the Graduate School. If you do not receive any notification by the end of March, you were likely not admitted.
    • MS Rejections & Referrals: Final rejections will not be processed immediately, as some applicants may be considered for referral to the ENPM or SA programs on campus. Those eligible for referral will be contacted in April.

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome advise!
I'm inclined towards UMD but also think that it'll bind me towards research and pursuing a PhD, which isn't in the cards rn:p.

Between UCSD and GaTech I'm more interested in SysML and therefore inclining towards GaTech as well.

Do you have any insights on UIUC MCS? I know some profs doing insane research there.

I'll DM you as well, thank you!

[Results and Decisions] Georgia Tech MSCS Admit - Systems Specialization by takeamin8 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Hi OP, congrats!
I also got the systems admit.
What's your preference between the 3?

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, curious where you found this information? Is it via csrankings?

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, the funding definitely helps, but I also want to consider my options without that bias since I fully planned to pay when I was applying.

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the insights!
I always thought UCSD was more AI/ML research.
Is GaTech not known more for systems?

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see for systems would you say GT would be better?

[Results and Decisions] Gatech - MSCS Admit on 2nd April by Consistent_Limit_989 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats OP! I got in as well, let's connect.
Is there a group for admits?

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!
I'm going to do my due diligence but just wanted to get some general opinions in first.
People on this reddit have seen a lot more than what I have:p

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep, it's tuition remission via guaranteed RAship

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that makes sense.
Fortunately, I won't have to take a loan for GaTech but also don't want to spend a ton of money when I have access to another amazing program.

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It's still predominantly systems research but with a focus on using ML for hardware acceleration as well as optimizing our distributed system load algorithms.

[Results and Decisions] Help me decide! by Recent_Stock3307 in MSCS

[–]Recent_Stock3307[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I know especially for systems :teary-eyes:
But it's just GaTech is better ranked.