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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
Yes, the University of Houston is a decent university to study Computer Science. In the U.S. News & World Report best graduate schools category, the UH ranks at #110 position for the Computer Science program. So, to get admission to the MS in Computer Science program, students must apply with a well-crafted application. The crucial components of an MS in Computer Science application for admission to the university are good CGPA, GRE scores, IELTS /TOEFL, Letters of Recommendation, Statement of Purpose, etc.
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
Acceptance into MS in Computer Science at the University of Houston is done according to a competitive review of an applicant’s academic background, grades in pre-requisite coursework, GRE scores, resume, recommendation letters, and personal statement. As per the profiles of the competitive applicants, a GRE total score of 305 or higher is required. It is recommended to have a GRE Quantitative score of 155 or higher.
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2 years ago
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Apart from paying the tuition fee, international students studying at the University of Houston have to manage the cost of living too. Check below the cost of living for international undergraduate students:
Particulars | On-Campus | Off-Campus |
|---|---|---|
Room & Board | USD 10,418/INR 8.60L | USD 10,309/INR 8.50L |
Books & Supplies | USD 1,434/INR 1.20L | USD 1,434/INR 1.20L |
*USD/INR = 82.99
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
The Houston Uni's scholarship opportunities are available for international students based on their criteria but students are considered for these awards only after they complete their application for admission and submit all the supporting documents by the deadline and one such scholarship is the Academic Excellence Scholarship for which the award amount ranges between INR 82,986 - 4,97,916 per year (renewable up to four years).
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
University of Houston offers various courses at UG and PG levels. Admission process for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at UH may vary from each other. Check below the application process for international students:
UG Courses
Step 1: First of all, apply online and pay the application fees
Step 2: Submit SAT/ACT and IELTS/TOEFL test scores
Step 3: Submit the high school academic transcripts
Step 4: Check the application status
Step 5: Receive the I-20 and submit the other required materials after admission such as financial documents, passport ID, and international address form
Graduate Courses
Step 1: Firstly, start an application
Step
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
To get admission in University of Houston Clear Lake for B.Sc in Physics you must fulfill all the academic requirements mentioned below:
TOEFL -Marks - 79/120
SAT -Marks - 1090/1600
Reading & writing- 560 Math- 560
IELTS -Marks - 6/9
Other eligibility criteria
• Must have passed out high school • All the academic transcripts • Statement of Understanding • Official Bank statement for financial support.
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
The entry requirements are as followed:
Graduation- CGPA - 3/4
Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or a closely related field and extensive background in Computer Science with a 3.0 GPA
Preparatory requirements include proficiency in at least one object-oriented computer programming language, such as Java, C# or C+ plus the completion of the following undergraduate courses, their equivalents or successful completion of equivalence exams upon approval from the admissions committee.
Data Structures
Computer Organization & Assembly Language
Design of Database Systems
Operating Systems
Calculus II
TOEFL Marks - 79/120
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
University of Houston Clear Lake is known for its MS in Computer Science. The MS in Computer Science has been ranked #331- 440 in 2023 by US News & World Report. This degree focuses on the development of design skills and analytical talents while generating computer-based solutions to complex system challenges. You will learn the fundamentals of data structures, software engineering, and operating systems, as well as the principles of software and hardware in scientific, industrial, and commercial applications.
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2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
UHCL offers various scholarships to new and current international students to help them pay for their education. Some of these scholarships are:
Soaring to New Heights Scholarship
Automatic Transfer Scholarship
CSE Dean Scholarship
Full-Time to Finish Scholarship
Hawk Advantage Scholarship
Kamlesh and Satish Agarwal MIS Scholarship Endowment
Mechanical Engineering Scholarship
Mechanical Engineering Summer Math Scholarship
New Hawk Scholarship
*For more information regarding scholarships, check the scholarship webpage of university website.
New answer posted
2 years ago
Contributor-Level 10
Yes, it is necessary to submit English Proficiency scores. In order for an application to be taken into account and processed, international students must submit the results of their English language proficiency exam. The university will not accept late submissions of these results. These submitted results must be provided to the institution by the testing agency/company exclusively and cannot be older than two years from the date of the exam.
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