here's how i got into nyu as an average student - answering 40+ questions (gpa, scores, work exp)

In this video, I’m revealing my complete NYU Masters admit profile — numbers, background, work experience, projects, extracurriculars, doubts, rejections, and strategy. This is not a “motivation” video. This is a transparent breakdown for Indian students who are wondering: Is my GPA enough? Do I need research papers? Does NYU care more about GRE or story? Is work experience mandatory? Can an average student actually get in? If you’re planning for MS in USA, especially NYU, this video will help you compare your profile realistically and understand what actually matters. No exaggeration. No consultancy pitch. Just facts. ⏳ Timestamps 01:45 – My Background 🎓 Academic Related Questions 02:53 – What was your exact CGPA out of 10? 03:05 – Did you convert your CGPA to US GPA? 03:35 – Was your college autonomous, state university, or private? 03:47 – Was your undergrad college well-known or average? 03:57 – Did you have any backlogs? 04:15 – Were your grades consistent or improving? 05:16 – Final year project marks 05:28 – Research papers or publications? 06:12 – Were you a topper in any subject? 💼 Work Experience 06:48 – Work Experience Overview 06:55 – How many years of experience did I have? 07:09 – Big company or startup? 07:15 – Was my work directly related to my Masters? 08:05 – Did I switch domains before applying? 08:49 – Any gaps in resume? 08:57 – Certifications before applying? 📊 Projects & Technical Profile 09:12 – Projects & Technical Overview 09:23 – How many serious projects did I include? 09:46 – Original projects or academic assignments? 10:09 – Internships during undergrad? 10:21 – Were internships relevant to Masters? 🌍 Extracurricular & Soft Profile 10:34 – Extracurricular Overview 10:42 – Clubs or societies involvement? 10:54 – Awards or recognitions? 11:02 – Did I mention extracurriculars heavily in SOP? 11:19 – Did extracurriculars actually matter for NYU? 📈 Profile Strategy & Honest Questions 11:46 – Strategy Overview 11:54 – Strongest part of my profile 12:45 – Weakest part of my profile 13:33 – Can someone with lower GPA still get in? 14:03 – Is NYU possible without work experience? 14:36 – Early deadline or regular? 15:13 – Did timing affect my chances? 16:04 – Did I tailor my resume for NYU? 16:18 – Resume length: 1 page or 2 pages? 16:42 – Did I show career clarity? 17:05 – Does NYU care more about GPA or story? 17:29 – Did I use a consultancy? 17:49 – Did I think I would get rejected? 18:28 – Was I confident or doubtful? 19:16 – Did I apply to safer universities? 19:25 – Backup plan if NYU rejected me 19:48 – If I had to rate my profile honestly out of 10 20:27 – Outro 🎯 Who This Video Is For Indian students planning MS in USA Students targeting NYU Average GPA students Students confused about profile strength Anyone building their Fall intake application 📌 Important Note There is no guaranteed formula for admission. But there is a strategy to maximize your chances. In the next videos of this series, I’ll break down: How to write a strong SOP How to get powerful LORs How to target the right GRE score How to shortlist universities smartly Subscribe if you want the full roadmap. Running Waters by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...