UCLA Graduate Electrical Engineering Program

Colleges and Universities A-Z University of California - Los Angeles
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<p>I am a senior at UIUC who is interested in doing grad school at UCLA with several questions. My questions are rather specific, so I would sincerely appreciate any feedback:</p>

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<li><p>What is the quality of its integrated circuit and signal processing/communications program? How does it compare to those of, say, USC, and UCSD? </p></li>
<li><p>How has California's budget crisis affected research funds? Am I less likely to obtain a fellowship or any financial assistance because of the situation? </p></li>
<li><p>What is life as a grad student there like? Although UIUC's EE program is strong, I am looking for a change in scene, i.e. getting away from the midwest winters. I enjoy outdoor activities such as skateboarding and surfing, and partying. As a NJ native, I have never been to california. </p></li>
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<p>Again, I would sincerely appreciate any advice.</p>

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<p>make sure you repost this on the Graduate forums of CC as well, since there is less traffic from graduate students on this board (and in general)</p>

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<p>I suggest talking to the department at your school and ask if they can give you a list of former UIUC students who are now at UCLA, then contact them. You can also look at the department pages at UCLA; some departments list their grad students and have a brief bio. You should also be talking with the profs at your school; they know the reputation of various departments around the country.</p>