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Choosing between a Master’s and a PhD in the USA as an international student? Compare admissions pathways, funding, timelines, and career outcomes—then pick the right route.
Complete WES credential evaluation guide (2026). Learn report types (Document-by-Document vs Course-by-Course), current starting costs, timeline (4-7 weeks), step-by-step application process, and how WES converts foreign grades to US GPA.
Discover the real timeline for completing a PhD when you already have a master's degree. Learn how prior graduate education affects PhD duration across fields, countries, and program types.
Convert international grades to US GPA with our comprehensive guide. Learn how French 17/20, Italian 27/30, Australian HD, and other grading systems translate to the American 4.0 scale.
Understand the key differences between a thesis and dissertation, including US vs UK terminology, structure, requirements, and step-by-step guidance on how to write a dissertation from proposal to defense.
Discover realistic PhD program timelines across fields and countries. Learn about coursework duration, dissertation phases, and factors that affect completion time for doctoral students.
Use SPARK, GUIDE, FOCUS, REFINE, and SCALE to turn AI tools into precise research collaborators and reclaim hours in grad school.
Understand what PhD is, why people pursue it, the benefits, and the commitment required—so you can decide if it’s right for you.