velua Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 At many programs, you just apply to the M.S. program and you figure out the thesis/non-thesis option after admission. At some schools, you have to submit two applications. Is it a bad idea to do so? By this, I mean is it going to hurt your chances when you write one SOP talking about your research interests and another saying you just want to take classes? Ideally, I'd like to get into an M.S. program with a thesis, but I'd still consider the non-thesis route if it's my only option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rising_star Posted March 18, 2015 Share Posted March 18, 2015 Yes, it would definitely hurt your chances to apply for both options in the same program. It's likely that the same people would be reading each application. velua 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eeee1923 Posted March 19, 2015 Share Posted March 19, 2015 I would agree with rising_star. What are your plans after getting your MS? If you plan on doing more schooling - the thesis option is better (also for industry). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
velua Posted March 19, 2015 Author Share Posted March 19, 2015 To enter industry. I'll just choose the thesis option at application time and see what happens. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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