Applying at Yale (Applied Physics)

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the application process for the applied physics department at Yale University, focusing on the requirements and qualifications needed for admission. Participants share their academic backgrounds and inquire about the necessity of the Physics GRE.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses eagerness to apply, providing their academic profile and questioning the likelihood of acceptance at Yale.
  • Another participant suggests that the Physics GRE is typically required by institutions like Yale, expressing confidence in this assertion.
  • A third participant references the Yale applied physics website, noting that the Physics GRE is encouraged but not required, which introduces uncertainty regarding its necessity.
  • A later reply expresses concern about the implications of not taking the Physics GRE, suggesting that it may negatively impact the application.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus regarding the necessity of the Physics GRE for the application, with some asserting it is required while others reference the university's guidelines indicating it is not mandatory.

Contextual Notes

There are differing interpretations of the application requirements based on the information from the Yale website and personal beliefs about admissions standards.

smmahmud
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Hi,

I am eager to apply at the applied physics department of yale university. I completed my BSc in Electronic Engineering and Msc In Radio and Space Science. My academic profile is given below.

Masters Result: Moderate
Undergrad GPA:3.22
Publication: three (one IEEE journal as first auther and two conf)
GRE: V 610 Q 770 AW 3.5
Toefl 103

Would my application be accepted at Yale?
 
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dont you need the physics GRE as well? I would think a institution like yale requires it...actually almost sure that all of them require it.
 
I visited yale applied physics website. it says Physics GRE encouraged but not required.
 
smmahmud said:
I visited yale applied physics website. it says Physics GRE encouraged but not required.

Oh, this is going to end badly.. Do consider taking it
 

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