@ USBound,

I am sorry I didnt get that. I agree with them, it doesnt matter.

@ USBound
I suggest you print the Bank statement up till the end of June.

@babatula

I am not sure what University you applied to but I am sure that the reputation of the University is a very important criteria for Visa approval. Also, you might have looked a little ruffled during the interview based on the fact that you had to go back home for you document. This might also have made it difficult for you to come across as bold and confident. I believe that every disappointment is a blessing in disguise and God has a reason for everything. I ll suggest that you change you school and possibly take a shot at a school with a very high ranking (i.e if your current school doesnt have a high ranking). Refer to the US News and World Report Ranking. This is just a suggestion. Best Wishes.

In my opinion. This is the best forum on nairaland. I only became a member today, although in the past weeks, I have read this forum like a Bible. Trust me when i say that any serious US student visa applicant MUST visit this forum. A close family member had his visa interview on monday hence our addiction to this forum. He Got the Visa and I will try and get the interview details soon for the benefit of others. In the meantime, I believe it is imperative that I mention the following;

1. I know this has been said over and over again in this forum but I must say again that being prepared and confident CANNOT be over emphasised.
2. As someone earlier mentioned, I can testify to the fact that there are no ABSOLUTE red flags. Please see below for the applicants potential red flags which we pointed out prior to the VI and prepared adequately for:
a. No previous travel outside of Nigeria.
b. He is 30years and not married
c. applied to only one school
d. Financial support was from applicant and a non family member (and he did not diguise this). It was stated in the I20, Visa application form and affidavit of support, his true relationship with the sponsor and when asked at the interview, he confidently said that although the sponsor is not a blood relative, he is as close as Family.
3. Most importantly, the importance of Praying and Fasting cannot be over emphasised because it is only when God has taken charge that everything stated above becomes relevant.
Once again, thanks to all those who have contributed to this forum. I wish all potential and successful appants God's Favour.