mrdman

Thanks alot for your reply! 1) So basically if my GPA is below the minimum required there is no point in applying? I have heard some universities do look at exceptions...is that not ture? My GPA has been very fluctuating but I have started to maintain a good GPA. Thats why I am asking this question. 2) Well, normally after your Undergrad. you don't find a job in R&D that easily. Thats what I have felt seen my seniors graduate and find non-research related jobs. But to apply for a Master (with thesis) any sort of work experience is ok or only research related work counts? 4) Yes, by PEng I meant the Professional Engineering license. Would you be able to make a brief list of things, weightage wise, needed to get into a good grad. school. Thanks again!

Hi there How are you folks doing? I am new to this website so haven't found my way around yet...so I hope this is the right place to ask such questions. I am in EE at U. of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada (not sure if you guys have heard about this univ. and their program). I just completed my first semester of my 3rd year. I am interested in doing Masters in EE aswell. Some might say its a bit early too be thinking about that, but I want to know beforehand where I stand and where can I possibly reach from here. At this point in time, I'm interested in Communications/DSP as my major in EE. I think this will do for my introduction. If you guys need more info. about me in answering the questions I have posted, please let me know and I'll post more info. gladly So here are my questions: 1) Do most universities focus more on the last two years of your undergrad. EE degree marks or is it just a myth? If they do, how much of a weight you would think the last two years have in comparison to the first two years (I just kindly need an estimate)? 2) Does a prior work experience help you if you are applying for Masters? If it does, how many years are ideally suited for an application? 3) What kind of reference letters are needed? Among work related and academics related reference letters, which ones you think weigh more? 4) Does having a PEng help you in any way for your Masters' application? 5) I have seen that some university require that GRE without any subjects is required. Does giving GRE with subject help u rise above other applicants? If it helps, then which subjects help? I know that these are very generic question and I should have been more specific in some areas. But I am honestly new to this idea of Masters in EE therefore don't have enough knowledge to be more specific. So I apologize beforehand I want to be prepared in advance for having a good chance of getting into a good grad. school. So please if you think there is something else I should know beforehand, I will really appreciate your kind advice. Thank you!