Entering U.S. Univ as foriegn student

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The discussion centers on the criteria for foreign students seeking admission to U.S. universities for Ph.D. programs, specifically regarding the necessity of GRE and TOEFL scores. The scope includes application requirements and procedures for international students, particularly those in physics and nanotechnology research.

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  • One participant inquires whether GRE and TOEFL are the only criteria for admission to U.S. universities for a Ph.D. in physics.
  • Another participant asserts that GRE and TOEFL are necessary, even for students transferring from prestigious institutions like the Tata Institute.
  • A third participant advises ensuring that all transcripts are in English and mentions the potential need for evaluation to U.S. standards, referencing a credential evaluation service.

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There is no consensus on whether GRE and TOEFL are the only requirements, as participants provide differing views on the necessity of these tests and the overall admission process.

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Participants have not fully explored the nuances of admission criteria, such as variations by university or program, and there may be additional requirements not discussed.

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International students considering Ph.D. programs in the U.S., particularly in physics and related fields, may find this discussion relevant.

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Can anyone in the forum please direct me to know whether GRE or TOEFl is the only criteria to enter into the US universities for doing a Ph.D.
I am doing my masters in physics in the degree 'Master of Science(Physics)' in India.
I want to do research on nanotechnology in any of the reputed universities.

Can US professors select students on their own without required GRE and TOEFL. Is there a procedure of this sort?

Thanking YOu in advance.
 
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As far as I'm aware, the GRE and TOEFL are necessary; even if you are say, transferring from the Tata Institute (or something similar).
 
Make sure all your transcripts are in English and check whether you need to have the transcripts evaluated to US standards.. there is a company on the internet that has a good reputation for doing this, but I lost the address.

Found it already.. it is International Academic Credential Evaluation http://www.wes.org/
 
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Thank you Monique, the website was very helpful.
 
I'm glad I could help :approve:
 

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