I have been teaching at Delhi University as a temporary assistant professor of English for more than 3 years now,but I don’t see any prospects of me getting a permanent position here as of now. I am thinking of going for a phd in the US. Will it be a right decision? And what prospects do I have after it?

Ans: Hello,

First and foremost, thank you for getting in touch with us. I am glad to hear that your son is completing his MSc. in Physics from IIT Delhi after which he intends pursuing his PhD from a reputed university or institute in the USA. To answer your question first, I would like to tell you that its an excellent objective to pursue a PhD in the USA on a fully funded scholarship. I would recommend that he takes the following steps into consideration:

Firstly, I would suggest that your son conducts a study on universities in USA that offer outstanding physics programs and instructors who share the same interests in research as him. Next, he should get in touch with possible advisors to convey his interest and agreement with the objectives of the project. As the next step, your son should customise application documents to the particular prerequisites of each university viz., transcripts, GRE test scores, and statement of purpose. He should also secure compelling letters of recommendation from professors who are well acquainted with him. I would also recommend that your son investigates external fellowships/scholarships as well as fully financed PhD programs. He should practice for possible program interviews. Lastly, I would suggest that he remains adaptable and persistent throughout the application procedure.

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Ans: Hello Geethanjali,

First and foremost, thank you for getting in touch with us. I am glad to hear that you have completed your postgraduate degree in German and Literature and are currently teaching and now wish to move to the USA. As an answer to your query, I would like to tell you that your application remains valid until the visa officer grants you permission to enter the United States. The first requirement is for the university to accept PHD work.

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Ans: Doing Masters or doing PhD from USA would be a great option, but considering your profile if may be difficult to get it. If you plan to self finance it, the cost could be very high and may not be worth it. My suggestion would be to first look for relevant job in India (Relevant job experience could help you to secure admission to a good college in US). If you are happy with your job then continue with it, else look out for other options.

Ans: You can try and be a professor. Clear the NET exam as well as any other requirement for becoming a professor for the university you want to apply.