DePaul University

I needed to submit an Educational Credentials Evaluation report, Statement of Purpose and Resume. In my SoP, I talked about the purpose and motivations behind pursuing the MS in Business Analytics degree. I choose this course because of the curriculum of the program and huge variety of elective classes and major options. Also the flexibility of taking classes, changing majors (if needed), and helpful faculty. I've been enjoying my time at DePaul so far. Since we have a quarter (10-week) system here instead of semesters - the assignments, quizzes, etc. are given to us weekly with weekly deadlines to meet. The workload can get quite hectic but that kind of workload and effort is expected from a Master's program. It's not easy, but at the end you will feel accomplished and that it was worthwhile. I've made some great friends here as well!

DePaul has a vast variety of classes one can choose from, and the faculty are amazing. You don't have to only stick to one field, you can take different types of classes as per your wishes and the faculty + advisors are super helpful in doing so. Also, DePaul's business school is located in downtown Chicago, which makes it an excellent option for students to reach out to companies for jobs, attend events, and do all sorts of activities.

My TOEFL IBT score was 104 out of 120. The GRE was optional (I didn't take it).

I don't think any university provides placement opportunities abroad (at least in the USA) like they do in Indian universities. At DePaul, they have career fairs and networking events with recruiters, but you have to actually search for jobs, apply, etc. do everything by yourself because opportunities rarely come walking to you. For the past 1-2 years, the job market hasn't been looking that great, so majority of the international students are struggling to even find internships since companies prefer hiring domestic people and/or people having a permanent work permit in the USA. However, you won't know until you try it and keep actively searching and applying everywhere you possibly can. Who knows when you'll get lucky!

Approx. $50,000 (net amount after scholarship)

Yes, I received the Dean's Scholarship of $7,800 for the whole program.

The faculty:student ratio is anywhere between 1:20 to 1:45 (depending on the class size). The faculty and advisors are super helpful and kind, and always willing to help us out. Professors Sina Ansari and Khadija Ali Vakeel have left the most positive impact on me.

Campus life is great, lots of stuff to do inside and outside of campus. DePaul has campuses in Downtown Chicago and Lincoln Park. So several events take place daily on both campuses. There is never a dull moment in DePaul!

1 BHK in an apartment building, non-sharing, rent of $1,215, located in Uptown Chicago. I'd suggest looking for accommodation away from Downtown Chicago because of the high rent over there.