FAQ for Graduate Program Applicants

  • Why should I apply to the LINCD聽Research Aera of ECEE Dept. at CU 麻豆影院?
    1. We have a great combination of practical and theoretical expertise in the group. We aim for high-quality research, not high-quantity research.
    2. 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.
    3. 麻豆影院 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聽"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聽will surely receive our attention.聽
  • 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.聽
      • Include a resume in the application. Clearly state your class and聽school听谤补苍办颈苍驳.
      • 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.
  • 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.聽