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  1. Hi Cyberwulf, Question for you: how relevant did you find Calc II? People tell me they haven't used it and see no connection between II and III/Multivariate. Would you agree? Is it possible to take III/ then move onto Diff Eq, before I take II? Or would that leave me behind? Also, how many math courses could I take at once? Math topics tend to be sequential, so I am trying to figure out what courses I could reasonably take at the same time. Thanks!
  2. @Lisa, Thanks for your rundown. Would a course in Developmental Cognitive Psych cover developmental psych? My school has a course on neural/social/etc. networks and systems. Is that similar to System Dynamics? **Would you take the probability courses alongside Calc and Diff equations or after? My major stats course went into integration and moment generating functions (was so lost with the latter). I want to be sufficiently prepared. @3Point14, The AI classes available to me all have 3-4 engineering pre-reqs . Could you describe the course you took? Some other questions for you both (and the forum): How do you feel about upperlevel neuro courses like Perception or Language? I think I would be interested in visual perception only, but would I be limiting my knowledge of necessary topics? Also, did you find the development of language relevant to how we represent/encode concepts and therefore to how we make choices; or, is it overkill (stay in such a course only if you really like it). Both also seem like core MA classes for psych/neuro that I would need to take anyway. Better to take at the undergrad level to familiarize myself with the concepts, or to wait till MA level? Thanks!
  3. Greetings, GradCafe-ers! While I am still nailing down a career path, I am confident that I will pursue a masters (fingers crossed) within the next 3 years. What classes would you recommend to put me on solid ground for such a program? I am interested in an interdisciplinary program--such as cognitive science, cognitive neuroscience, systems neuroscience, decision theory, or game theory--that will enable me to study/model how we make various choices. Nebulous as this list may seem, I am refining my interests periodically with more research and coursework. (Admittedly, I'm a ways from my goal!) Current and future relevant coursework include: Stats, Econometrics, Linear Algebra, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Intro Psych, Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, Computational Neuroscience, Learning and Memory, Social Psych, and Psychopathology. I have also done some imaging research (not fMRI yet, no publications). What other math courses would you recommend? I have one year left (one semester of undecided classes) and plan to pursue an informal post-bacc to supplement my undergraduate work. Looking forward to your responses! Lox
  4. Greetings, GradCafe-ers! While I am still nailing down a career path, I am confident that I will pursue a masters (fingers crossed) within the next 3 years. What classes would you recommend to put me on solid ground for such a program? I am interested in an interdisciplinary program--such as cognitive science, cognitive neuroscience, systems neuroscience, decision theory, or game theory--that will enable me to study/model how we make various choices. Nebulous as this list may seem, I am refining my interests periodically with more research and coursework. (Admittedly, I'm a ways from my goal!) Current and future relevant coursework include: Stats, Econometrics, Linear Algebra, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Intro Psych, Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, Computational Neuroscience, Learning and Memory, Social Psych, and Psychopathology. I have also done some imaging research (not fMRI yet, no publications). What other psych, bio, and neuro courses would you recommend? I have one year left (one semester of undecided classes) and plan to pursue an informal post-bacc to supplement my undergraduate work. Looking forward to your responses! Lox
  5. Greetings, GradCafe-ers! While I am still nailing down a career path, I am confident that I will pursue a masters (fingers crossed) within the next 3 years. What classes would you recommend to put me on solid ground for such a program? I am interested in an interdisciplinary program--such as cognitive science, cognitive neuroscience, systems neuroscience, decision theory, or game theory--that will enable me to study/model how we make various choices. Nebulous as this list may seem, I am refining my interests periodically with more research and coursework. (Admittedly, I'm a ways from my goal!) Current and future relevant coursework include: Stats, Econometrics, Linear Algebra, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Intro Psych, Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, Computational Neuroscience, Learning and Memory, Social Psych, and Psychopathology. I have also done some imaging research (not fMRI yet, no publications). What other econ and (applied) math/science courses would you recommend? I have one year left (one semester of undecided classes) and plan to pursue an informal post-bacc to supplement my undergraduate work. Looking forward to your responses! Lox
  6. Greetings, GradCafe-ers! While I am still nailing down a career path, I am confident that I will pursue a masters (fingers crossed) within the next 3 years. What classes would you recommend to put me on solid ground for such a program? I am interested in an interdisciplinary program--such as cognitive science, cognitive neuroscience, systems neuroscience, decision theory, or game theory--that will enable me to study/model how we make various choices. Nebulous as this list may seem, I am refining my interests periodically with more research and coursework. (Admittedly, I'm a ways from my goal!) Current and future relevant coursework include: Stats, Econometrics, Linear Algebra, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Intro Psych, Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Neuroscience, Computational Neuroscience, Learning and Memory, Social Psych, and Psychopathology. I have also done some imaging research (not fMRI yet, no publications). What other math and (hard or soft) science courses would you recommend? I have one year left (one semester of undecided classes) and plan to pursue an informal post-bacc to supplement my undergraduate work. Looking forward to your responses! Lox
  7. Hi, This is not my field. I just wanted to encourage others not to down-vote your post. As an erstwhile-almost-English major myself, I understand following your passion in undergrad. I also understand that job prospects are not great for English majors (who do not make sure to become well-rounded through coursework and internships...or go into teaching). Most people don't know what they want to be when they grow up. Your predicament is a phenomenon experienced acrossed disciplines, and I empathize with you. I am not sure why/whether anyone disagrees with your outlook. Again, no disrespect to the field--I love literature and enjoy reading, deconstructing, and discussing texts. You seem to enjoy CS and find it stimulating. Job prospects are better. You will likely be happier doing something you love and earning a living wage. I don't see why this is frowned upon. Last, some people may see your post as bragging. I don't, but I understand how others might (they read it as "I'm so awesome and smart and potentially too good for CSULB. Also, I will definitely excel there because I'm a genius."). I think some of the negative votes are a result of your perceived entitlement. I read your post as one of worry, wistful regret, and determined optimism. I wish you the best of luck in whatever path you choose. To anyone out there reading who may know more about CS, please provide concrete explanations of why OP's reasoning is flawed or better paths he/she may choose to attain his/her goal. We're here to help each other.
  8. Taylor, many of the top colleges have insisted that applicants send all SAT scores, despite Score Select for that test. Does it stand to reason that many top grad programs will institute a comparable requirement?
  9. I'm guessing you define success as the top decile. In that respect, you have fallen short of your target for quant. It is okay to be disappointed, but please exercise some tact. Your math score is 87th percentile, and that is nothing to sneeze at. Many people hoped for a score that high but were unable to attain it. To them, and to others with scores similar to/better than yours, you appear to be bragging. Perhaps this is not the case and you are just panicking, but people won't interpret it that way. I won't tell you your score is "good" because that is a relative term and you have decided that 162Q is not good enough for you, but posting that message on a board will only incite ire. Learn to at least feign humility.
  10. I am just curious about whether you are a French buff or Doctor Who fan.
  11. https://grediagnostic.ets.org/GREDWeb/gred/signIn.jsp This is a comprehensive score report that breaks down question type, time to answer, question difficulty, and other characteristics. I'm am so psyched that this exists!
  12. Your practice tests should give you a good idea about your performance. My quant estimate was accurate, but my verbal score fell below the lowest score in the range. In retrospect, my verbal performance was weaker throughout my studying period, and I didn't work as hard to improve my accuracy on verbal. If you were consistently getting harder questions wrong, your score is probably on the lower end of the range or below. If you were consistently improving and missing hard, medium, and easy questions due to careless error, your score is probably mid-to-high-range of your projected performance. I hope you get the scores the need and want!
  13. Rachel, would you please explain more about this.
  14. It's not. This is a more well-thought-out argument. I understand his message now, whereas before it was ambiguous. No one need be intimidated.
  15. This was a better post, with a much clearer objective and thesis.
  16. That is actually not the argument he was making. It was more along the lines of "Gee, everyone here seems so smart and high achieving...I don't even obsess over or care about things like GRE scores...Golly, I still did well though." The bit about forgetting he even took the test and about being intimidated (until he saw his amazing scores) was laying it on a bit thick. He also claimed to not quite understand what a percentile was, further supporting that he wasn't making such a sophisticated argument. He behaves as if he wants people to think he's some slacker savant. My $0.02.
  17. You are also above 50th percentile. I do not understand the point of your commentary. Your verbal score is high and so is your AW. Do you remember what your ranges were on test day?
  18. I honestly don't know how you will be evaluated. What have the programs told you about your scores? Try to inquire about your prospects based on your GRE/GPA, if you have not yet done so.
  19. I second the above. Your quant is low for engineering, but a third low showing reinforces doubt about your math skills and diverts time, energy, and other resources from the rest of your application. Your GPA is high and in a tough, relevant major. Assuming you got A's in your engineering/math classes (not just in electives) and your cum is not too much lower than your upper division GPA (last 2 years?), you should have a decent shot at your prospective programs. What are the typical scores of admitted applicants at these schools? Typical work experience? Number of publications (if this matters for an MS)? Are you as good a fit as your friend was for the programs to which you're applying (assuming it's not like med or law school, which have standard curricula across programs)? Maybe it would be best to save the second re-take for next year, in the event that you don't get in to a suitable program. Hopefully, you won't have to worry about that.
  20. What listservs have you emailed? Have you tried servs for the Black Student Union, NSBE (or any professional clubs geared towards minorities), multicultural fraternities/sororities, Africana/Latino studies departments; or reaching out to the leadership of these organizations? Have you posted fliers in buildings where these departments are held, parts of campus where these orgs meet, or libraries affiliated with "minority studies" programs?
  21. Thanks for the prompt response, Rachel!
  22. Your score is equivalent to a 740. The estimate was accurate. I can understand your disappointment, however.
  23. Has anyone received scores in the mail yet? If so, is there more information on the mailed score reports (e.g., questions answered incorrectly)?
  24. djperry, you're at the same percentile you would be with an 800 on the old test. I know it's easy to get disheartened, but we don't know how common higher scores are. Yes, 6% of test takers should score higher in theory, but no one here has posted a score above 166. I have seen one claim of 167 elsewhere, but no one else has stepped forward with 167-170 quant scores, so I am not sure whether they are being given this round. I could always be mistaken, but maybe ETS is trying not to disadvantage previous test takers too much this application cycle? ...Or not. Good job, synorg.
  25. Right now, ETS is a week ahead of schedule. I am not sure of the exact date, but I think the next batch was due on the 17th. Rough estimate: around this time on the 10th.
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