Is IIT, Kharagpur the same as MIT or Harvard?

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None of the IITs now compete with international institutions. IIT Kharagpur is a great option only if your future plans include moving to India. IITs are not as valuable as premier institutions in the US, UK, France, and Switzerland globally. There are various reasons for Harvard to stay in the upper hand that Indian institutions, they are as follows:


	Academic excellence: IIT Kharagpur is not ranked as one of the top engineering institutions in the world in terms of reputation or ranking. However, when looking at all elite colleges worldwide, Harvard University came in second place, which proves its academic excellence, faculty base as well and infrastructural abilities.
	World-Class Faculty: Some of the top business professors in the world teach at these institutions. Harvard professors are not only leaders in their disciplines but also frequently carry out ground-breaking research that advances our understanding of business.
	Scholarship and financial aid: Scholarships and financial assistance are available for deserving students, despite the fact that Harvard's tuition is more than that of IIT Kharagpur. Even the costs for lodging are included.
	Strong Alumni Base: Harvard University has an extensive and powerful global alumni network. This network might offer beneficial contacts and chances for professional success. Rahul Bajaj, CEO of Bajaj Auto, and Rajat Gupta, a former managing director of McKinsey & Company, are notable Indian graduates of Harvard Business School.
	Access to Silicon Valley (Stanford) or Boston (Harvard): Stanford is located in the heart of Silicon Valley, while Harvard is close to the flourishing economic center of Boston. Both universities provide access to Silicon Valley or Boston. It is simpler to investigate starting your own business, participate in internships, and network because of this proximity to existing businesses, venture capital firms, and tech startups.
	Placement statistics: The average package offered by Harvard Business School is 150,000 USD per year, according to placement statistics of 2022.


So, in conclusion, selecting Harvard over IIT Kharagpur offers global recognition, a diverse learning environment, and access to a broad range of fields. However, financial costs and cultural adjustments are important factors to consider. Ultimately, the decision hinges on individual goals and priorities, weighing Harvard's prestige against personal circumstances.

Expense Type	Average Cost (INR)	Equivalent (USD)
Tuition Fee	₹ 78.54 Lakhs	USD 86530
Application Fee	₹ 8,169	USD 90

Expense Type	Average Cost (INR)	Equivalent (USD)
Housing	₹ 19.61 Lakhs	USD 21600
Transportation	₹ 3.22 Lakhs	USD 3552
Food	₹ 8.82 Lakhs	USD 9720
Personal Expenses	₹ 9.13 Lakhs	USD 10056
Health Insurance	₹ 4.15 Lakhs	USD 4572
Books and supply	₹ 1.36 Lakhs	USD 1500
Other Fees	₹ 38,123	USD 420
Total Cost	₹ 46.67 Lakhs	USD 51420

Academic Year	Tuition Fees (INR)	Tuition Fees (USD)
2026	₹ 78.54 Lakhs	USD 86530
2024	₹ 28.13 Lakhs	USD 30995
2023	₹ 70.33 Lakhs	USD 77485
2022	₹ 70.33 Lakhs	USD 77485
2021	₹ 52.27 Lakhs	USD 57590

Category	Details
School	School of Engineering
Academic Requirement	The students must have a bachelor’s degree(3 or 4 years) in any of the respective fields to apply for this program. Students can apply with any bachelor’s degree but majority of the students come from these fields like Computer Science, Economics, Engineering (variety), Finance, Management, Math, Operations Research, Statistics…, etc.
Duration of Program	2 years
Entry Terms	Fall
English Language Requirements	TOEFL : 100 IELTS (Academic) : 7
Application Fee	$90
Application Link	https://gradapply.mit.edu/eecs/apply/login/
Documents Required	Online application Essay 1: Your research activities and goals Essay 2: Your academic and intellectual journey Three letters of recommendation Transcripts English proficiency exam scores
GMAT/GRE	GRE is not required

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Johns Hopkins University	M.S Bioengineering Innovation and Design	USD 64,730 /Yr	INR 58.8 L/Yr
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M.A Graphic Design, Suffolk University 1 year	--	USD 35,928 /Yr	TOEFL: 80 IELTS: 6.5 PTE: 65 Duolingo: 110
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