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Given the timing of the ranking release and the admission cycle, I suspect that most applicants already have a list of programs they apply to. The rankings definitely help them narrow down the list but the ultimate decision is pretty personal such as financial aid, location, etc. Here is an...

T - 2 In the 2026 ranking, we will formally introduce 2 new variables which we've tracked the past few years but not publicly accessible. Graduate Reporting Rate*: Percentage of graduates whose post-graduation status (seeking FT employment or not seeking, e.g., PhD) is known. 100% = no unknown...

I can not confirm nor deny that GaTech QCF will be #1. I can only say that there will be movement(s) this year.

You can do the Part III and/or do a PhD. That would be the proper path for QR role. Imperial and Oxford MCF are established players in the UK market so they have a pipeline and connection with employers. You will have an easier time getting into the industry but you will pay for the higher cost...

Just have some data points but programs are flexible giving deferral options for those who got issue with visa appointment, etc. You can defer to the next year. Financial support is something we have to see. I know Rutgers increased their max scholarship amount. Other programs may offering more...

If you are really serious about making it to HFT, I would suggest take the C++ course and then advanced C++ course. The first C++ would put you ahead of the majority of MFE applicants, coding wise, but the advanced C++ course would just unlock another world of skills and knowledge. With your...

This sounds like a good idea to organize interview info for each and every single program. Maybe it can be put on a FAQ tab in each program's page. Share with us what info/program you gather so far and let's see if we can put something together.

We have the first 2026 admit from @vol_opt_in_lity for the online program. Congrats.

Members with keen eyes will notice that on over the past several months, we have added a few data points on the ranking page that would give them insights into the strength of a program and how robust its career services is. We will continue to expand the level of detailed insights to make sure...

It depends on whether your country is on the list of US State Dept of high probability of overstayed student visa. It's just one of the many factors that they consider when you apply for F1 visa.

The course is an innovative cross-faculty alliance between Strathclyde Business School and the Faculty of Science. It's been designed for those with a strong aptitude for mathematics, statistics and computing who haven't studied these topics in detail in their undergraduate degree. The course...

Many of them do. If you have a really strong undergrad background that prepares you to be able to interview for job right away, they will accept you.

The fun really begins when we have a date and time for the release. Thanks @zephyrus for jump starting the discussion speculation game :). While you guys do that, I'm going to be busy on the back, setting up the stages for the biggest release of the best US MFE ranking on the planet.

Let's the countdown begin!

Good article from long time ago. Which one of the above is still true today?