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1740
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Rohan Nagesh Verified Icon
Master of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2025
2.7
The university has a good campus and loads of resources to live a wholesome student life.
Tips: The university is expensive and the city is not really that safe. The workload is high with a lot of assignments. The university offers a diverse range of courses but lacks concentration on one. Prospects of engineering jobs are low with not many university recruiters approaching students for post-study options.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2024Read more
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Priyanshu Mittal Verified Icon
MSE Mechanical Engineering & Applied Mechanics - Batch of 2024
3.7
Give a second thought before applying.
Tips: The university life here is very much different from that in India. At least in engineering, students spend most of their time completing assignments and completing lectures. UPenn doesn't offer scholarships to Master's students but you can apply for part-time job as soon as you are on campus which will help you meet your living costs. Though the city is great, I would advise anybody who is coming to definitely give it a second thought as the job market right now is not good and doesn't look like will be better soon.
Likes (Public transportation): Philadelphia has buses, inter and intra-city trains, subways as well as trams. Also, it is easy to get cabs. Philadelphia as a city is small, hence, it is easy to go from one place to another through public transport. Furthermore, the university is located in the heart so one can go to most places by walking or cycling.
Dislikes (Value for money): Being an IVY League, the fee for the program is a lot. But compared to other universities UPenn doesn't have affiliation with the working industry. So the students don't get any benefit while looking for jobs in the market. At least in the US going to cheaper universities would be a better choice
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2024Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
Master of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2024
3
Challenging and Stressful but equally rewarding experience at this college.
Tips: There are no scholarships available and there is no significant cultural shift. Transitioning with respect to weather may take time. Overall, university courses are good but challenging, and finding jobs and internship can be difficult. While on-campus jobs are available and helpful, they do not offer any tuition fee waivers.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty at this college are highly approachable and knowledgeable. They employ an intuitive teaching method and assign practical tasks. The teaching faculty is mostly of Asian and American background representing all types of specializations in Electrical engineering. The courses are rather challenging and not easy.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2024Read more
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Rajnish Gupta Verified Icon
Scientific Computing, MSE - Batch of 0
3.5
Best learning experience.
Tips: The University might not exactly be what you expected. It is a great learning experience, and there are a lot of things to do, that it can become overwhelming and stressful at times. But if I were to choose to do it again, at some other time, with a better job market, I would. Try not to get distracted by a lot of things you see around you, as that can happen initially.
Likes (Public transportation): Philly has great and affordable public transport, you can reach pretty much anywhere in 30-40 mins, and most places of interest, downtown can be accessed in 10-15mins through the subway from University, and the transport runs at longer hours, although not the safest way to travel during certain hours the day if you're alone, but that comes in safety as per the city. The connectivity and timing itself are great.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There are no Indian food options in University dining, and in general Indian food options around Philly are although not limited, but are not excellent, or anywhere close to what you can find in cities like NYC, Jersey or Chicago. There is a lot of frozen food at Indian Stores, but that is not the most healthy option out there.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2024Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
MSE Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering - Batch of 2024
3.6
Biotech research powerhouse. Amazing opportunities.
Tips: For the CBE department, most research is in the biotech sector and so are the jobs and internships. Professors are very nice and will help you if you ask for it. The courses are tough but are of very high quality. However, the CBE courses are very theoretical.
Dislikes (Safety): Philadelphia is not a very safe city. There are lots of break-ins and thefts. Cycles parked outside will get stolen even if locked. The Penn campus is very safe with good security. Penn also has shuttles that run at night and walking escorts for student safety.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2024Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
Robotics, MSE - Batch of 2024
4.3
Lots of work and hard courses but great program. Effort is respected
Tips: The classes consist of diverse ethnicities and you hence experience an initial cultural shock. Scholarships are not available for MS students. RA opportunities are also very selective for MS students. TA opportunities are much easier to come by. Quite happy with my choice of university.
Likes (Student Life): Regular socializing events are conducted on campus. Study environment is not too stressful. Happy hours are organized once a month by every department and apart from that all the festivities also have an associated event. Regional festivities are dealt with by the Pan-Asian community and it depends on their yearly budget.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Hard to find a job that sponsors H1B. The green card process is another big headache. H1B is got through a lottery system and is then renewed every 3 years until you are eligible to apply for a green card. And you need to hold the green card for a certain number of years before you are eligible for citizenship.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2024Read more
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M.S. in Data Science - Batch of 2024
Offered by Johns Hopkins University
4.8
Academic and research centric university.
Tips: The university is very rigorous in terms of academics so be prepared for that. Apart from that, sports and other clubs are also very active but mainly education and research are their forte. If you want to explore your interests in the research field, this is the best option for you.
Likes (Safety): The university spends a good amount of money on students' safety despite the city being very unsafe. They have their own police force, they have deployed security at several locations and also they have their own transport shuttle which provides point-to-point service from evening till late night.
Dislikes (Internships): Getting an internship is comparatively more difficult than getting a research assistantship at the university. They don't have many industrial connections in other departments than Biotech, Bioinformatics, etc. People in these fields may get some departmental help, but others may have to look on their own for jobs and internships.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2024Read more
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2024
Offered by Johns Hopkins University
3
Low ROI and quality after spending huge amount.
Tips: This university is not very good for Master's in CSE and most of the courses are medical domain oriented. Low ROI and quality after sending a huge amount. This university is good for doing a PhD in Computer Science, and Chemical Engineering as they have a huge budget for the medical domain.
Likes (Part time work): There are plenty of part-time options available in university though they pay less. Johns Hopkins University offers a variety of part-time opportunities for students, providing a way to gain experience, meet people, and earn some extra income. However, while these positions are plentiful, the pay is generally modest. Many students work as research assistants, lab assistants, or administrative aids in various departments. These roles can be excellent for gaining hands-on experience, especially for students in Science, engineering, or health-related fields, where they can work directly with faculty members on projects that align with their academic interests. There are also opportunities in campus facilities, such as working at the library, student centres, dining services, or assisting with events and campus activities. These jobs often require fewer specialized skills, making them accessible to a wide range of students, even those in their first year. However, the wages for these roles tend to be lower than in private-sector part-time jobs, which can be a downside for students trying to balance their budgets, especially given Baltimore's cost of living. Additionally, some students take on Course Assistant (CA) or Teaching Assistant (TA) positions. While these roles usually provide a bit more pay and valuable teaching experience, they often require a significant time commitment and may be limited to students who have excelled in specific courses.
Dislikes (Indian Food): You have to make your own food. Baltimore has a few Indian restaurants, but the experience can vary significantly, especially for students living off-campus. While I don't rate it 1 star, the challenges often make it feel that way, particularly for those accustomed to authentic Indian flavour. First, the taste and authenticity can be hit or miss. Some restaurants try to cater to a broader audience, which can dilute the spice levels and flavour depth essential in Indian cuisine. This sometimes results in dishes that lack the richness and complexity of Indian home-cooked food, making it underwhelming for someone familiar with it. Another issue is the limited options for affordable, good-quality Indian food close to popular student neighbourhoods. Even if you find a good place, the prices are often higher compared to cooking at home. For students, budgeting is crucial, and eating out frequently at such rates isn't sustainable. Delivery options, which are sometimes the only way to access Indian food from off-campus, can be unreliable or add extra cost, compounding the convenience. Finally, some ingredients used here don't have the same freshness or flavor as they would in India, imparting the food quality. For those who have the time and resources, cooking at home is often the best way to satisfy authentic Indian cravings. While Baltimore does offer a taste of Indian cuisine, the experience just doesn't match the expectations of those who grew up enjoying it authentically, hence the sentiment.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2024Read more
Samvrta Krishnan Verified Icon
MS in Biotechnology - Batch of 2024
Offered by Johns Hopkins University
5
A University of Paradise where faculties are top class.
Tips: Before joining to the University, I would ask all the prospective students to make sure they have all the original documents and also at least 5-10 copies of each. You never know when it will be required. While arriving make sure to have some cash in hand as it is really important for traveling and as we don't know the location.
Likes (Indian Food): The Johns Hopkins University campus is situated at various locations in the US and Europe. My campus is really great and beautiful. It is very diverse and is filled by students across the globe. Coming from India, here the campus culture is really great, it is very diverse. We are able to interact with different national students and get to know about their culture, tradition and also their language.
Dislikes (Student Life): At The Johns Hopkins University, the faculties are of top class. They all are highly qualified and are well established research scholars. Each of the faculty has a laboratory headed by them in which the faculties are encouraged to pursue their research. The laboratory facilities here at The Johns Hopkins University is of top class. The classrooms are very well diversified. Under the guidance of such faculties, the students who really have a passion for research are found and picked up to pursue their ideas. The faculties are student-friendly and so will clear the student's doubts anytime and anywhere.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2022Read more
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