Do backlogs matter for MS in US?

Most US universities prefer students with no backlogs, but in certain instances, they accept a maximum of 5 backlogs. Even if you score highly in your GRE, your overall academic performance will matter. Students having more than 10 or 12 backlogs need to do thorough research before applying to US universities.

Is research paper necessary for PhD in USA?

The short answer is no. Publications are not required to apply for a PhD. The longer answer is that the admissions committee wants to see that you have the potential to become an excellent researcher. While publications are one indication of this, they are not the only way to show that you have strong research skills.

Can you get a Masters without a thesis?

Yes. Master’s programs focused more on application than research typically don’t require a thesis – although they may still give students the option. Examples of common non-thesis master’s programs include nursing, business, and education.

Is it mandatory to write a research paper to get admission?

Thanks for A2A. No. Research paper is not mandatory to get admission into the universities. However, having a research paper published under your name will defenitely give you a cutting edge over the applicants who doesn’t have any such experience.

Can I get a master’s degree without a bachelor’s degree?

Some master’s programs may not require a bachelor’s degree. These may allow you to take master’s level courses and have the credits apply to both bachelor’s and master’s requirements. This may entail some preparatory steps and meetings with an academic advisor, who may review your options, such as:

Can I work in the USA after completing a Masters degree?

Bear in mind, however, that graduating from a professional Masters programme won’t automatically grant you a work permit for employment in America. If you wish to work in the USA after you graduate you will need to apply for a temporary or permanent visa, as appropriate.

Is it necessary to have publications to get into top universities?

It is not necessary to have publications, but having them can definitely make your way into top universities very easy. From my experience, I am listing the important elements which are needed in an application which gets selected in top universities.