Spend low & get good jobs at these universities in USA - my list for middle class applicants

Summary

This video script offers guidance for students overwhelmed by the vast number of US universities, focusing on affordable yet high-ROI options. It presents a list of 10 universities with lower tuition fees and strong job prospects, particularly for engineering and computer science. The speaker emphasizes the importance of university ranking and location for job opportunities, and provides insights on specific programs and their annual fees, aiming to help financially constrained students make informed choices.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker discusses the challenge of selecting from the vast number of good universities in the US for an MS degree.
• 🏫 The speaker previously shared a list of 45-50 universities as a starting point for shortlisting MS programs.
• 💰 The focus of the current discussion is on universities that offer a good return on investment (ROI) in terms of affordability and job prospects.
• 🧐 A high ROI university is defined as one with lower tuition fees and strong job prospects in the field of study.
• 🌟 High ranking and job-friendly location are indicators of a university's attractiveness to employers and thus, its potential for high ROI.
• 📋 The speaker provides a list of 10 universities with lower tuition fees and good job prospects, sorted from higher to lower fee.
• 🔢 The first university on the list, Purdue University, is known for its engineering and computer science programs and has an annual tuition fee of around 24 lakh rupees.
• 🏛 The University of Texas at Dallas is highlighted for its business programs and high acceptance rate, with a tuition fee around 23 lakh rupees per year.
• 📈 The University of Wisconsin Madison is recommended for its education programs, computer science, and chemistry, with a tuition fee of around 21 lakh rupees per year.
• 🌟 Stony Brook University is praised for its proximity to New York City and strong engineering programs, with a tuition fee of around 20 lakh rupees per year.
• 🏙 The University of Texas at Austin is noted for its competitive research programs in engineering and computer science, with a tuition fee of about 19 lakh rupees per year.
• 🎓 SUNY Buffalo is recognized for its engineering and MIS programs, despite its colder climate, with a tuition fee of 19 lakh rupees per year.
• 🤖 Texas A&M University is highlighted for its engineering and MIS programs, with a very affordable tuition fee of 14 lakh rupees per year.
• 🏭 The University of Houston is recommended for its petroleum engineering program and is an affordable option with a tuition fee of 14 lakh rupees per year.
• 🌴 The University of South Florida is an affordable choice for MIS courses, with a tuition fee of just 13.3 lakh rupees per year.
• 🌆 San Jose State University is a solid, affordable option for computer science and tech students due to its location in Silicon Valley, with a tuition fee of 13 lakh rupees per year.

Q & A

What is the main challenge mentioned in the script regarding applying to universities in the US?

The main challenge is the overwhelming number of good universities, making it difficult to narrow down the list to 10 or 15 universities to apply to.

What is the focus of the speaker in this video?

The speaker focuses on universities in the US that offer good Return on Investment (RoI) in terms of affordability and job prospects.

What does the speaker mean by 'getting a decent bang for your buck' at certain universities?

It means that these universities provide a good balance of lower tuition fees and decent job prospects, making them a worthwhile investment.

What are the two main factors that make a university high RoI according to the speaker?

The two main factors are lower tuition fees and good job prospects in the field of study.

How does the speaker suggest identifying universities with good job prospects?

The speaker suggests looking at the university's rank, which attracts employers, and its location, especially if it's in a job-friendly area like New York City or Silicon Valley.

What is the first university mentioned in the list of affordable universities with good RoI, and what are its notable programs?

The first university is Purdue University, known for engineering programs, computer science, business analytics, and pharmacy.

What is the University of Texas at Dallas known for, and what is its tuition fee range?

The University of Texas at Dallas is known for business programs and project management. Its tuition fee ranges around 23 lakh Indian rupees per year.

What is the University of Wisconsin Madison's ranking in computer science, and what is its tuition fee?

The University of Wisconsin Madison is ranked number 12 in computer science, and its tuition fee is around 21 lakh Indian rupees per year.

Why is Stony Brook University a good choice for engineering students, and what is its proximity to a major city?

Stony Brook University is a good choice for engineering students due to its excellent engineering programs and its proximity to New York City, which offers many job opportunities.

What is the University of Texas at Austin known for, and what is its tuition fee?

The University of Texas at Austin is known for its top 10 engineering programs and competitive research. Its tuition fee is around 19 lakh Indian rupees per year.

Why is San Jose State University a solid option for computer science and tech students despite its lower rank?

San Jose State University is a solid option because it is located in Silicon Valley, where many big tech companies are headquartered and recruit heavily from the university.