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What is the total MBBS fee in the USA in Indian rupees compared to Germany?
→An MD in the USA costs Rs. 2-3 crore in tuition alone, with the full pathway including living costs reaching Rs. 2.5-4 crore. German public universities charge zero tuition; you pay only Rs. 13,000-75,000 per semester plus living costs, about Rs. 65-75 lakh over six years.
How do I get admission to NYU from India for a Masters program?
→Apply directly to the specific NYU graduate school with a 4-year bachelor's degree, IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL 100, SOP, 2-3 LORs and a resume, paying a USD 80-150 fee. Applications open in September; offers arrive by spring, after which NYU issues your I-20 for the F-1 visa.
Which is better for an Indian student, Harvard or Stanford, for MBA or MS programs?
→Neither is universally better; it depends on your goals. Choose Harvard's MBA for consulting, banking and its huge 900-plus class network; choose Stanford GSB (under 7 percent acceptance) for tech and startups. For MS in CS or engineering, Stanford's Silicon Valley location makes it the stronger pick.
What is the full form of STEM and why does it matter for Indian students applying abroad?
→STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. STEM degrees matter because they unlock longer post-study work rights, such as 3 years total OPT in the USA versus 1 year standard, plus targeted immigration draws in Canada, priority processing in Australia, and stronger salaries worldwide.
Does St. Stephen's College in Delhi offer a Psychology course and what are the admission cutoffs?
→No, St. Stephen's College does not offer Psychology; its BA Honours options are limited to Economics, English, History, Philosophy and Sanskrit. For DU Psychology, target LSR at roughly 785-795 CUET marks out of 800, JMC at 770-780, IPCW at 765-780, Daulat Ram at 760-775 or Kamala Nehru at 755-770.
Which country is best for Indian science stream students to study in after 12th?
→Germany offers the best value for PCM students with near-zero tuition and total costs of Rs 12-18 lakh yearly, the USA leads research and computer science with 3-year STEM OPT, the UK suits PCB students with 3-year degrees, while Canada and Australia offer strong work and migration pathways.
What is a good GRE score out of 340 for MS admissions in the USA?
→A GRE total of 315 to 325 out of 340 is a good, competitive score for MS admissions in the USA. Top-10 programmes like MIT and Stanford expect 325 plus with near-perfect 167-170 Quant, top-50 schools accept 312-324, and scores of 300-311 suit universities ranked 51-100.
What are credit points in college and how do they affect my study abroad application?
→Credit points measure your academic workload; one US credit equals roughly three hours of weekly effort while one ECTS point equals 25-30 hours total. Foreign universities use them to check degree equivalence, often requiring 180 or 240 ECTS, map transfer courses and verify subject prerequisites for your application.
All Questions (702)
What other fields or domains besides computer science can I consider for study abroad for a Master's?
→Are you open to countries other than the USA, such as UK, Australia, or UAE for a Master's/Bachelor's?
→I have completed BTech in 2026 and I am looking for master's programs in European countries; what are my options in UK/Germany?
→Is it easier to get permanent residency (PR) in the USA or Australia after completing a nursing master's degree?
→What are the possibilities and how does the processing for masters abroad work in USA for a Master's/Bachelor's?
→What are the scholarship options available for study abroad, including external scholarships like Commonwealth or Auckland scholarships in UK for a Postgraduate?
→Are there on-campus or off-campus accommodation options available for students in UK for a Postgraduate?
→What would be a good intake for masters in the USA or UK, for example September or January for a Master's?
→Please suggest me the best course options for my profile after completing B.Tech and M.Tech in Germany?
→What is your plan regarding the duration of study abroad, for example, are you considering a 13-month program in UK/USA for a Master's?
→What are the options for master's courses in computer science, including AI and data science, in Germany for a Bachelor's?
→Is it better to choose a two-year master's program over a one-year diploma to reduce visa refusal chances in France/Italy?
→Is it possible to get information about the budget and fees for studying in the USA compared to Australia for a Postgraduate?
→What are the country options besides Ireland, like Germany in UK/Canada for a Master's/Bachelor's?
→What are the options for masters in electronics or biomedical courses in USA and Singapore for a Master's/MSc?
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