I had 13 backlogs in my UG with 6.78 CGPA and have 3+ work experience. How can I pursue MS in USA with GRE score of 304?

Could anyone please let me know if I will be able to get into good enough college in USA? I am writing my GRE on Jan 3rd week. I did my UG in electronics and control engineering and want to do MS in electrical and computer engineering.

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Chetna S
8 years ago
Hi Akanshya, you will get options but not the highly ranked ones which prefer students with extremely good academics. However plenty of options will be available. Focus on your GRE, anything below 300 will hamper your chances. Additionally you should work on building a very good personal statement.

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