[Admissions Advice] ASU vs Northeastern Boston vs UTD for MS CS / Waiting on Purdue & UMass
Hi everyone,
I need some advice on which university I should choose.
I’ve received admits from for Spring 2027:
- ASU – MS CS
- Northeastern Boston – MS CS
- UTD – MS CS
I’m still waiting for decisions from:
- UMass Amherst
- Purdue
My first preference is Purdue, followed by UMass Amherst. However, I need to pay the deposit for the admitted universities before September 1st, so I may have to confirm one of the current admits before getting a decision from Purdue/UMass, which of ASU, Northeastern Boston, and UTD would you recommend for MS CS, considering job opportunities, ROI, internships/co-op, location, and opportunities for international students?
Also, I applied to Purdue and UMass on July 20th, with all the required documents submitted. Should I email the universities to ask about the status/timeline, or is it better to wait? Does anyone have an idea of when I might hear back from them?
Any insights from current students/alumni would be really helpful.