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<p>Hi!
I am an Indian student wanting to study Psychology currently studying under the IB curriculum and with a predicted score of 42/45. I have received offers in the UK from Durham, Glasgow, St. Andrews and UCL. I am eagerly awaiting a reply from Bath. I have also applied to HKU under the fast track scheme and will apply to a few US colleges that offer a lot of aid under Regular Decision in January.</p>

<p>I intend doing my Masters in I/O Psychology in the US, however I don’t know which of the Universities I have applied to will give me the highest chances of getting into one of the top Ivies (Harvard, Princeton or Yale) for the said Masters program. I have absolutely fallen in love with the Durham course and collegiate system and if there were no other considerations, would surely decide to go there.</p>

<p>However, will attending a UK University or HKU affect my chances of getting into the said Ivies for my Masters? If I do end up getting a First Class BSc. in Psychology, will I be disadvantaged in any way with regards to someone from say Berkley or UChicago? Also there is the factor of reputation. Among the above colleges, which enjoys the best rep according to you? I want to eventually work as an I/O Psychologist in the US and want to give myself the best chance to succeed. If attending Durham means being disadvantaged, then I won’t mind attending any of the other Universities from the UK or maybe even a US University.</p>

<p>Sorry for the long post! I wanted to do a lot of explaining to make sure my situation is 100% clear!</p>

<p>Awaiting loads of replies! :)</p>

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<p>You won’t be disadvantaged at all by studying in the UK. To get into a masters at any of the Ivies, the most important factor is amazing grades and a real commitment to your subject. Durham and UCL are particularly hard unis to gain entry to in the UK so you’re already doing extremely well. </p>

<p>The one area I think might be different is the lack of research work that the average British undergrad undertakes in comparison to the UK. We wouldn’t expect a new graduate to have any published work in their name. But this could be worked around if you know already where you want to attend so you can get help from your uni tutor and other lecturers. </p>

<p>The only downside is the cost of UK unis as an international. There’s no aid. If you can get a cheaper deal at HKU or the States you’d be so much better saving the money for grad school. </p>

<p>But Durham is an excellent choice! I went to York which also has a collegiate system and its so much more friendly and personal than a big city based set-up.</p>

<p>Well done on your acceptances!</p>

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<p>I’d put Durham first (fit first!) indeed. No disadvantage.
However if the US colleges you applied to provide more financial aid, then why not?
Note that the universities you mentioned are hyper selective so that they’re completely unpredictable - better think it’s virtually impossible to get in, even with a 42IB score and no financial need.</p>