Accepted without funding

International student. 1 publication in review in PRFluids, 2 conference papers (1 in review, 1 only presented), 3 experiences at my institute, 2 summer research experiences in another institute. Received an update on the application portal.

MS in mech: robotics and controls track. Tier 1 uni from India (8.6 cgpa), 3 research interns, 1 submitted to conference and under review.

MS CGPA 4.0/4.0 journal 1, conference 11.

Undergrad and Masters from a leading university in India. 3 research publications (including 2 first-authored publication at a leading journal in the field), one conference proceeding. 2 research internships, including a DAAD-funded scholarship. 3.92/4.00 GPA. Strong LoRs. No interview, generic rejection mail - bitterly disappointed.

6-internships, 1-research paper

Indian. Tier 2-3 College. Accepted into the MS in Mechanical Engineering (Research) program. 2 First Author Publications in Q2 SCI-Indexed Journals. Multiple Conference Presentations. 1 year of work experience at a Netherlands-based company before graduation. No information on funding.

Email to check portal. Had 4 years of R&D work experience, 3 years research experience, one first author publication and some second author presentations

Rejected without explanation and no interview

3 publications, more than 3 yrs of research experiences