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Hey everyone,

I’ve received a few admits and I’m trying to decide based on the current job market (2026), especially as an international student.

My admits:

• USA: Arizona State University (ASU), University of Virginia (UVA)
• Ireland: Trinity College Dublin (TCD), University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin City University (DCU)
• Netherlands: University of Twente, waiting on Eindhoven University of Technology

My profile:

• GPA: 8.85/10 (tier 2 college, India)
• 3 published papers
• 1 industrial internship
• Graduated last year

I’m trying to evaluate these options from a complete perspective not just rankings, but what actually matters after going there.

Would really appreciate insights on:

1. Job market (2026 reality)

• How is the US job market right now for international MS CS grads (especially from ASU/UVA)?
• Between Ireland and Netherlands, which has a stronger market for software/AI roles currently?
• How realistic is it to get a job as a non-EU student in Ireland vs Netherlands?

2. Internships & exposure

• How easy is it to get internships during the degree in each country?
• Do universities like UVA/ASU vs TCD/UCD vs Twente/Eindhoven actually help with placements or is it mostly self-driven?

3. Cost & ROI

• Total cost (tuition + living) vs expected salary after graduation
• Is the US still worth the cost given visa uncertainty?
• Between Ireland and Netherlands, which gives better ROI in terms of salary vs expenses?

4. Study experience

• How intense/practical are these programs?
• Are they more research-focused vs industry-focused?
• Does Eindhoven really have a strong edge over Twente in terms of industry connection?

5. Long-term stay

• Which country currently offers a more realistic path to stay/work long term after graduation?

Overall, I’m trying to understand which option is the safest bet in 2026 in terms of actually landing a job and building a career.

Hey everyone,

I am confused between University of Twente (TU Twente) and Eindhoven University of Technology (TU Eindhoven) for an MS in Computer Science.

From what I’ve seen so far:

• TU Eindhoven seems to have a stronger reputation overall, especially for tech and industry connections
• TU Twente feels more campus-focused and maybe a bit more student-friendly?

My priorities are:

• Good job opportunities after graduation (preferably in NL or EU)
• Strong CS curriculum (AI / software / systems)
• Internship opportunities during the degree
• Overall student experience

I’m an international student, so things like city vibe, cost of living, and part-time work also matter.

If anyone has studied at either university (or knows someone who has), I’d really appreciate honest insights especially about:

• Job prospects after each
• Industry connections / internships
• Difficulty level / workload
• Social life and living experience

Would love to hear your thoughts!