Phd admission Definition and 55 Threads

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    Programs How much does having a masters degree help for phd admission

    Hi I was wondering how much will having a masters degree actually help with getting into a PhD program? Is it sort of a minor boost or will it actually make me substantially stand out vs other candidates. If more specifics are needed I will have a BE in Electrical engineering and a Masters in...
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    Admissions Concerned About My SOP For Physics PhD Admission

    I've just drafted a statement of purpose for one of the schools I'm planning on applying to this winter. I have an average GPA for a prospective grad student, and my PGRE score isn't bad but doesn't impress, so I'm hoping to make up some points on my SOP and letters of recommendation. I'd really...
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    Admissions What helps with PhD admission in Canada?

    I'm into my first year of masters in medical physics and wondering what criteria do schools look at most when considering applicants? I know for MSc they mostly look at grades (I got rejected at two schools for having a 78 average despite having a lot of research experience). What matters most...
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    Admissions Can I Overcome a Bad Undergrad GPA and Get into a US PhD Program in Physics?

    Hi All, I had really bad GPA when I did my undergraduate degree in Mathematics India, except for one Physics course that I did and did very well at. I won't bore anyone with the details, but it was basically because I just felt unmotivated. Now I am older by 10 years, somewhat wiser and...
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    Options for US PhD Programs in Physics without GRE Requirements?

    Can anyone tell me the names of US PhD Schools for admission in Physics without GRE score? ajnkdl@yahoo.com