USA vs India: Masters in Computer Science

By Gaurav Kandari | October 23, 2024

The USA has universities with strong research capabilities, while Indian universities, though competitive, need wider exposure to global classrooms and infrastructure.

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In the US, the tuition for MS can go as high as $40,000 per year. MTech in India is cheaper, but the opportunities here can fetch less than half the salary in the US.

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The USA’s economy is having quicker growth rates with high-paid jobs while India is also experiencing a sound IT sector with reasonable job wages.

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The USA has a multicultural environment that offers global career prospects, while the Indian education system has local and regional emphasis.

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The research, innovation, and faculty status indicate that the USA has the best conditions for education. India’s research area is widening, but there is a lack of international facilities.

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While the cost per head is high in the US, there are better salaries as opposed to India and thus a faster rate of return on investment.

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