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Applicants planning to study in Germany would require German Student Visa for their entire duration of stay while completing their degree. Student visa would also allow students access to part-time work for 20 hours a week for entire duration of study or 120 full or 240 half days per year. Candidates should note that on completion of their study, they would be allowed 18 months post-study period to find employment in their field of study. Candidates will have to pay around EUR 110 as visa application fee. Generally, the processing time for a Residence Permit visa is 3 months (8 to 12 weeks). 

Columbia University does not set any minimum eligible scores for international students who want to join the MS programs. But, it is needed for the students to make sure to score above 320 on the GRE and over 700 on GMAT for successful admission.

Also, students who scored nicely and performed well academically and were involved in relevant internships may get some sort of relief in standardized test scores. 

Stanford University seeks students who perform exceptionally in academics, have leadership qualities, and have innovation potential. Also, students must meet basic eligibility by holding a 4-year bachelor's degree with good records, a total GPA of 3.5 on 4 point scale, and showing English language requirement. Students must also submit GRE scores, LORs, SOP, resume to improve the chances of selection.

Also, students must be involved in internships, research work, and industry projects to strengthen their application. The technical programs demand prior experience in mathematics or relevant fields.

Studying MS in CS in USA universities is not easy. Students must prove to get this opportunity. They must aim for good GPA score of min 3 and get work experience in research, internships, etc. Students must have good SOP which shows goals, achievements, personal qualities, etc. Students must have leadership for student clubs, etc.

Most universities in USA offer many CS specializations for international students. Some top specializations that have good scope and job opportunities are- AI, Machine Learning, Data Sciences, etc. These specializations are high in demand with salaries up to INR 1 Cr per year. These specializations open global opportunities in Google, Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, etc.

Many of the US-based universities offer admission without the GRE. Some of the top-ranked universities with the GRE optional are Northeastern University, the University of Southern California, Stevens Institute of Technology, San Jose State University, and the University of Illinois Chicago. These universities usually waive GRE scores when students have strong GPAs, research history, and work experience. However, submitting a GRE score is recommended to strengthen the student's profile for admission.

Canada is one of the most student-friendly destinations for students interested in pursuing a masters program. An Indian student can apply by submitting an application along with the required documents and an application fee. The eligibility for an MS program is an undergraduate degree, English proficiency scores, GRE scores, CV, a letter of recommendation and a statement of purpose.

Students having a limited budget of INR 15 L may cover the tuition expense for a year, as the average tuition cost starts from INR 30 K, but with this money, students will not be able to handle their living expenses. They must either do a part-time job or take loans to cover the amount. Students must have a budget for transportation, housing, food, insurance, books, supplies, and personal or miscellaneous expenses.