Aeronautical Engineering/Universities selection

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Hi,
I have got a GRE score of 1260 (verbal-480,Quant-780).
I wish to pursue masters in aeronautical engineering and have shortlisted the universities mentioned below:-

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
University of Illinois, Urbana
Purdue University
Universiyty of Maryland.

Is this list complete and accurate for me? Please provide your suggestions. Also do i stand a good chance in getting admission in these universities?

Educational background:-B.tech in electronics and communication engineering, 2yrs work ex in IT industry.

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Those are excellent engineering schools.  As to admissions, you need to contact the schools.  You may have a problem getting into aeronautical engineering with your background, but it is worth a try.  Many of the admission requirements for each school and department are listed on line.

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