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In summary, Benjamin is currently studying in a French university and plans to pursue a Ph.D in Physics in the US next year. He is deciding between George Washington University and University of Connecticut, and is seeking advice on which would be the better choice. The conversation also includes a mention of Benjamin potentially wanting to leave Paris and a suggestion to aim for higher ranked schools.
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Hi,
i am currently in a french university (Université Pierre&Marie Curie, Paris) and i am still an undergraduate (in Physics).

I plan to make my studies in the US next year, and i can choose between the "George Washington University" and the "University of Connecticut" (Storrs).

Which one is the best if i plan to finish my studies there ? (phd in physics)

Thanks,
Benjamin
 
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why leave Paris ?
Professors around have not taught you much enough ?
 
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'George Washington University'

is this a black college?
 
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BioBen, I am not familar with their Ph.D programs, but you should either aim a bit higher, or look up the faculty at both schools and see if you share any of their research interests.

kant said:
'George Washington University'
is this a black college?

No.
 
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Like the guy above, aim a little higher. Not worth the travel if those are the schools you really plan on going to.
 

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