Hey Everyone!
I applied for numerous PhD programs in Quantum Information, but I was only accepted to the following MS programs:
Columbia MS Quantum Science and Technology
New program and expensive, but the Ivy League degree could hold some value. Hard to know if I could get a job with just a MS, and I'm not sure that this program would set me up well for future PhD applications.
University of Wisconsin MS Physics - Quantum Computing
The degree can be completed in 1 year, which is nice, as I don't really want to live in WI... Would probably set me up for a PhD a bit better, but I'm still wishy-washy on this program.
Colorado School of Mines MS Quantum Engineering
Similar to Columbia, but I think all other options here are better.
Stony Brook MS Physics or MS Quantum Information Science and Technology
The connections to Brookhaven is a plus, and would likely set me up well for a PhD, but don't really have much more info.
Columbia and Stony Brook are probably my top choices right now.
I'm currently working as a software engineer, but my goal is to eventually work in the quantum tech industry, working on classical/quantum software interfaces (control, data analysis, etc.) I'm having trouble making a decision here... Has anyone attended these programs and have opinions? Do any of you have insight on if a masters would be enough to get the type of job I want? I don't really want to do a PhD at this point, but if thats truly what I need to break into the field then I will.
Any info would be greatly appreciated!
