| College Info | Course Name | Eligibility | Fees (per Year) | Financial Aid | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Important Dates:Restrictive EA: Nov 1; Regular: Jan 5 Application Fees:$75 (MIT App / Common App) | B.S. in Computer Science and Engineering | High school diploma, GPA ≥ 3.8, strong STEM background, SAT/ACT optional, TOEFL iBT 100 / IELTS 7.0 | ~$61,990 (₹INR 51.5L/Yr) | Yes – full demonstrated need met; need-blind for all applicants including internationals | Apply |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Important Dates:Same as above Application Fees:$75 | B.S. in Mechanical Engineering | High school diploma, math/science background, strong grades, TOEFL/IELTS | ~$61,990 (₹INR 51.5L/Yr) | Yes – generous scholarships and full-need financial aid | Apply |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Important Dates:Same as above Application Fees:$75 | B.S. in Aerospace Engineering | High school diploma, physics & math strength, GPA 3.8+, TOEFL/IELTS | ~$61,990 (₹INR 51.5L/Yr) | Available – grants, scholarships, part-time work | Apply |
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Important Dates:Same as above Application Fees:$75 | B.S. in Biological Engineering | High school diploma, GPA 3.7+, TOEFL/IELTS, science background | ~$61,990 (₹INR 51.5L/Yr) | Yes – full demonstrated need met | Apply |
University of California, Berkeley (UCB)Important Dates:Same as above Application Fees:Same as above | Electrical & Computer Engineering | Same as above | Same as above | Same as above | Apply |
Princeton UniversityImportant Dates:Early Action: November 1; Regular Decision: January 1 Application Fees:$70–$75 (fee waiver available) | Computer Science & Engineering (B.S.E.) | High school diploma; Common/Coalition/QuestBridge Application; counselor and 2 teacher recommendations; standardized tests optional; TOEFL/IELTS required for non-native English speakers | Tuition: $65,210 Total Cost of Attendance: ~$90,730 | Need-blind admission for all applicants; meets 100% demonstrated financial need with grants only (no loans); families earning ≤ $100,000 typically pay $0; average grant ~$75,000 | Apply |
Princeton UniversityImportant Dates:Early Action: November 1; Regular Decision: January 1 Application Fees:$70–$75 (fee waiver available) | Operations Research & Financial Engineering (B.S.E.) | Common application with all supporting documents; strong math and analytical skills highly recommended | Tuition: $65,210 Total Cost of Attendance: ~$90,730 | Need-blind policy; 100% demonstrated need met with grants; average aid ~$62,600; students often graduate debt-free | Apply |
University of ChicagoImportant Dates:EA: November 1; ED1: November 1 (binding); ED2 & RD: January 3 Application Fees:$75 (waived for aid applicants) | Molecular Engineering | Requires STEM preparation; regular application components as per standard | Tuition: $71,325Total COA (On-Campus): $98,301 | Full need-based aid; families under income thresholds receive significant aid ensuring minimal out-of-pocket expenses under UChicago’s No Barriers framework | Apply |
Columbia UniversityImportant Dates:Early Decision: November 1; Regular Decision: January 1 Application Fees:$85 (fee waiver available) | Mechanical Engineering (B.S.) | Strong preparation in physics, math, and chemistry recommended; must apply to Columbia Engineering (SEAS); TOEFL/IELTS for non-native speakers | Tuition: $70,170 Total Cost of Attendance: ~$96,990 | Columbia Engineering also follows full-need policy; 100% need met; no loans; families with modest income typically contribute very little | Apply |
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)Important Dates:Same as above Application Fees:$70 via UC application | Mechanical Engineering (B.S.) | Requires STEM coursework and preparation; UC application required | Same cost estimates apply | Same – full-pay expected for nonresidents/international applicants; California residents may receive aid via UC grants | Apply |