I am writing GRE this month. What are my chances to get some good universities? I am looking for electrical MS if not MBA.

I have 3 years of work experience but had 13 backlogs and 6.78 CGPA in UG. I am looking forward to pursue my higher studies in Canada.

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Siddharth Bhardwaj
8 years ago
It depends upon them that how they calculate it. So it'd be better if you ask the college directly. In general, backlogs are counted subject wise. But the plus point is your 3+ year of work experience. You still have the good chance to ensure your selection in your desired college.

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Dear, It's good that you are giving GRE. But if it is possible then I would say that put efforts for GMAT also. With this you can increase your domain. Try to get admission in USA (Pennsylvania, Stanford and CalTech). They will give you more opportunity then Canadian university. However, you can th

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