FAQ for Graduate Program Applicants
- Why should I apply to the LINCDÂ Research Aera of ECEE Dept. at CU Boulder?
- We have a great combination of practical and theoretical expertise in the group. We aim for high-quality research, not high-quantity research.
- Plus, there are 300+ days of sunshine a year here. Yet, you don't have to have Air Conditioning. Inside the Rocky Mountains, there are beautiful forests and lakes.
- Boulder is often ranked the best place to live in US.
- How can I get financial aid?
- You need to apply, and then we will evaluate your application.
- We will try to support all Ph.D. students. Therefore, we usually only admit Ph.D. students when we have funding.
- Should I email professors?
- If you consider yourself highly qualified, you can email professors with subjects similar to "Ph.D. applicant: No. 2/37, Univ. No. 1, Dept. No. 1(est)." You may not get a reply due to the large number of emails that we receive. But you will surely receive our attention.Â
- How do I enhance my chances of getting admitted and financial aid?
- Admission and Financial aid are based on your past achievements. All you can do now is prepare a good application when you apply.Â
- Include a resume in the application. Clearly state your class and schoolÌý°ù²¹²Ô°ì¾±²Ô²µ.
- In addition to your official transcripts, prepare a categorized list of major courses such as Math, DSP, ... In addition to your original scores, also translate your scores to A, B, C, D in the scale of 4 and explain the translation standard.
- Make your Statement of Purpose short. Highlight your past achievements and your future interests. You want to communicate to the reader the information during a quick review of your statement.
- Admission and Financial aid are based on your past achievements. All you can do now is prepare a good application when you apply.Â
- What kinds of financial aid are available?
- Only RAs are available.
- I have been admitted without financial aid. What should I do to get financial aid?
- Congratulations! If you join us and show great performance, you may be supported by a professor who has funding through mutual selection. Be aware that the probability is not high. Most students graduate with M.S. through their own funds.Â