Thanks a lot @cptcharlesvane for the reviews. Lol @ extended family rendezvous.. Its really not like that at all. I'm not even close to that my cousin ( he was born and raised there, only being to Nigeria thrice).. Should I omit those relative when asked and just claim my aunt/sponsor? Is their a way they will know of my cousin?.. Truth is, its my first applying, I never knew I have to apply to plenty schools, I am the one that approached my aunt and not the other way round. I did cos she schooled in USA and can recommend better so as to narrow my research. She suggested two schools, one has stopped admission application by the time i applied leaving just Salisbury. Will having one school affect my chances??.. These questions from these transcript, I got from online here that's why I'm naming professors lol. Reason for switching careers... Watched my dad die due to incompetency in the hospital.. What I was doing from grad till now... In work at a pharm company.. Also did medicine here for one year in Madonna that year but stopped due to no accreditation (should I mention that?)... Thanks

CptCharlesVane:
The rehearsals about convincing the VO that you'd return is unnecessary and it only affirms the contrary if anything They only ask indirectly 'what are you going to do with the degree? ... when you return?'

Fill your DS form yourself, I hope, then expect questions about those your uncle and sponsor aunty in the US and even your cousin in the school you want to attend. Your reason for attending should not sound like you are seeking their (the VOs) approval for an extended family rendezvous in America.

Always look at your case individually and raise questions as it relates to you. 'Why do you want to go for a Premed program after you have a Bachelors in x_x?' Assuming you have a BSc in life science 'Why not apply directly, why do premed?'

'How is the course work superior to the one in Nigeria?' Be specific. If you have time between your first degree 'Why now, what have you been doing since?'

These are more relevant than practicing on how to promise them that you would return to Nigeria and naming professors. If premed isn't undergraduate, even if it is practicing about about research and research area is moot. Look inward, don't use questions graduate students here use. You have a first degree and you want to go for another one in a school where your cousin is at already, why?

Kinesiology and physical therapy, what is it and why?

Having a degree already and having your aunty (I assume your sponsor) recommend the university, depends on perspective and how it could be presented, could be seen as your aunty just wanting you over in the US and you went with the plan, especially applying to just that university. If you really wanted to do medicine especially as a graduate you wouldn't wait for your aunty to choose a university for you. You would've done some research yourself and you would have had options not just Salisbury.

Chew on these to help you better prepare.


Never understand why some of you include this, it can be confusing to some of us whose eyes run super fast across the letters.

Thanks a lot. I appreciate.

CptCharlesVane:
Monykviv people who get denied usually don't have/give this much information for why they want a second degree in x_x field, then plus their age.

You have legitimate reasons and you seem to know the path, the cost and what you want so just go ahead and prepare for the interview. The only crime is if you don't apply at all or change your plan because of what you read here about visa interviews for second degree applicants. At least not yet.

All the Best!

Oh congratulations. This is really inspiring to read as I'm going for biology undergraduate too. And from what I read here, I was beginning to loose some hopes... Please is this your second degree? Is your sponsor in USA or Nigeria? I have more questions to ask if you don't mind please... Thanks as I await your response.

Blackboydre:
Hello guys, im sorry for not posting my transcript earlier, I've been sorting out some things and all

VISA approved 31st of July 2019. Walter Carrington.
Note: I didn't go with my original I-20.
Undergraduate degree in Biology. Jackson State University, MS.

Vo: Passport and I-20 please
Me: passed.

Vo: You're going for biology yeah, so why biology?
Me: A degree in Biology will ensure I'm on the right path to qualify for a category of health workers in my field that will make a valuable contribution to the Nigerian Health sector, and the courses I will be taking under my program will serve as the root foundation and stepping stone in my career as a health informatics specialist.

Vo: Do you have your waec result with you?
Me: Yes, passed.

Vo: Did you get a scholarship?
Me: I applied to 6 schools, 3 gave me scholarship. At this point my mind was two sided. The way he looked at me and started typing, I was doubting my silence and decided to talk more on my I chose JSU.
Jackson State university's Biology program is really fine tuned to my course concentration, it is a very affordable institution for International students like myself, and is one of The top 5 universities in the US for producing African Americans with degrees in both physical science and Biological sciences.

Vo: But DID JSU GIVE YOU SCHOLARSHIP?
Me: No sir ( * omo in my mind I was like chaiiiii)

Vo: when did you finish school
Me: 2017

Vo: Who is Mr bleep
Me: He is my guardian and sponsor who has been ... bleep bleep beeeep.

Vo: What does he do?
Me: He is the md/CEO of bleep bleep ltd

Vo: What does the company deal in
Me: (at this point i total blanked out, then i was God oo, pleaseee in my head. I just ooemed my mouth and said what i remembered, cause ahaaan i don prepare fpr this thing naaa) They deal in bjsoodveusnsm.

Vo: typed for about 5-10secs. I will be approving your visa...
Me: I no hear anything again no capsss tbh.
I didn't even know how I got the whitepaper on my palms, then I looked at the exit for about 10secs, my body was very still. In my mind I was like "Jesus Jesus Jesus!!!" I walked out, then met one fine girl like this that I saw while outside. She got her white paper too but she was going to Havard - for a post graduate degree. Omo that conversation was akward in all levels lol. But she's very nice, with fresh accent.

Guys!!! I thank God for everything cause I will not lie. It's been God. My series of prayers and hardwork, research etc. Following this trend since part 12 and going back too to download some pages for offline mode. I've been a guest reader. Now I feel it's my time to add.

Once again, it was hard work, deligence, faith and most importantly GOD. I can't narrate my pre embassy interview experience on that day right now. But I will still post it here.

Note: I was denied a B1 visa in 2016. We were to go and defend our science fair project at the GENIUS OLYMPIAD but we were denied cause we forgot to bring written consent from our parents and hence couldn't meet up with the deadline.
I was also denied Canada study permit on the 1st of June 2019 yooo 30 days before my interview.

ALSO: I misplaced my white paper, cause I came earlier on a saturday but I went to that other dhl office, that is for sending. So acter filling form, the lady said that ah am I here for my passport? That they domt open on Friday, i should come back on Momday; I guess that was where i threw both the whute paper and the form inside the dustbin. But I made up by carrying along means of identification to dhl solo that monday.

Good evening all. Please I will like to post a proposed transcript of my intending interview here, like I have seen others do. I don't know if there is any rules to it. Please kindly critic and correct me so I can learn better. I look forward to your questions and corrections. Thanks!
V.O: Good morning. Can i have your passport and i20 form
Me: Good morning ma'am. Here they are.
V.O: What's the purpose of your trip
Me: for studies and to get my second degree in pre medicine from Salisbury university, maryland
V.O: Why do you wish to study in USA and not here?
Me: course work for my field is far superior in Salisbury university compared to what's available here in Nigeria, They do lots of research and also I want to get global exposure.
V.O: Have you ever been to USA before
Me: No, never had the need for it, till now
V.O: why have you chosen this specific university
Me: the university is well known for research in my field. My faculty boasts of 32 laboratories and 20 research lab. Its among the top 100 public universities in America and also among the top universities that offers kinesiology and physical therapy (which is the field i'm going for)in USA
Can you tell me the location of the University:
Me: its located in the city of Salisbury Wicomico county, Maryland approximately 115 miles south east of Washington DC
V.O:Why did you chose this institute and how did you find out about it
Me: my aunt recommended the school and I also researched it to know more about it. The students agree that professors put a lot of effort in teaching their classes, its easy to get the classes you want and work load is easy to manage.
V.O: how many universities did you apply for
Me: one (Salisbury university)
V.O: can you mention name of some professors
Me: Prof, Ann Barse, Ryan Taylor, Eugene Williams, Samuel Geleta etc
V.O: Did you receive any scholarship:
Me: Yes 2000 dollars annually
V.O: Why are you taking this course:
Me: I'm passionate about a career path in medicine. There are not many orthopedic specialists in Nigeria, so the knowledge I obtained will help me to stand out once I return.
V.O: Have you got any loans
Me: No
V.O: who is your sponsor/what does she do
Me: My aunt, she is a registered nurse/supervisor in ****
V.O: how many people are dependents of your sponsor? Why is she sponsoring you?
Me: None, my dad sponsored her though school, when I reached out to her after his demise, she felt obligated to return the Favour. She also believes in my dreams and know she will leap the benefits in the future.
V.O: Do you intend to work in the USA during and after completion of your studies?
Me: I'm legally allowed to work for 20hours on campus, but I want to focus on my course work for now. After studies, I intend to come back to Nigeria and get a job in ave maria, st Nicholas or reddinton hospital in Lagos.
Do you know anyone in your University
Me: Yes I have a cousin there
V.O: Do you have relatives is USA
Me: Yes I have an uncle with his family.
V.O: how can you prove that you will come back after finishing your studies
Me: my entire family is here, there are good opportunities here when I return with my knowledge and certificate, so I will definitely come back.
V.O: I will be approving your visa, *hands me the white paper�
Me: Thank you very much.

Good morning, Amen and same to you.
School is giving me an extension to resume at a later date because they know what's happening here. I have a paper I'm taking to the interview.

ybahrbz91:
Good morning @monykviv.

Sorry for your previous delay, I wish you sucess in this upcoming interview. Since you said your resumption is 26th, how do you plan meeting up with your resumption date if eventually granted since interview is 22nd.

I am asking this because I am also in the same shoes.

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I prefer to do it there cos of quality of education there. Starting allover here in Nigeria for another six years or even more depending on strike is harder honestly. With the type of lecturers we have here. Also the whole jamb ish too to even get. She is financially capable and has sent her soa to the school before we were given 120 form plus affidavit of support. Also school says since its a second degree and I have background in science, it will be just two years of pre med instead of the usual four years. Before MCAT exam and full medical school. And for that If I do well in the exam and do my research I can get school with scholarship to subsidize the rate unlike here in Nigeria...don't you think?

If you really want a second degree in medicine then why not in Nigeria.... the cost for a degree medicine in USA is not for babies and having your sponsor been an aunty in the US seems far fetched because she has her own bills before carrying medicine

While it's possible its harder to sell to a Vo. A masters or a bsc sponsored by aunty ok to convince but pre med to go into doing medicine. It's harder [/quote]

Thanks for the response at brown2green. Yes my aunt is legal there. She is a practicing nurse and has been there for over 20years. I know all about her. She suggested the school and I have done my research about the school and know all there is. My concern is that since I joined here and read some people's transcripts, it seems second degree is a no no that its only masters and PhD that is acceptable. Is that right? Also saying she's the one that recommended the school on how I got to know about the school, is that okay? Because everyone is saying either boss or Google.. Thanks

Brown2Green:


You have to be very careful with your next interview. Your Aunt, is she in legal standing? How did she get her papers? What do you know about her? They'll throw all sorts of questions since she's your sponsor.


Were you the one that got this school or you Aunt or an agent?
You sound like you are lost somewhere.

Good morning all. My name is Vivian, I'm new here. Someone recommended this page to me. I must say Thanks to all the members and admin for such a page. Its really very helpful. My F1 interview date is on 22nd of August that's next week Thursday in abuja. This is my second interview. I was previously denied in Lagos on 22nd of June. My school resumes on 26th of August.. Its my second degree I'm going for. Course given is pre-medicine (biology). My aunt is my sponsor. She's a nurse in Maryland, USA. She is the one that recommended the school (Salisbury university). In my first interview, there was a mistake in my i20 form. Instead of pre med, school wrote peace studies, I thought it won't matter since I have the admission letter with me and it took so long for the i20 form to reach me, but it did. And I have reached out to the school and they sent another i20 form. This time around putting only biology and no pre-medicine as it is, in my admission letter. So I filled ds 160 with only biology and plan to explain its pre-medicine when I go. They also asked if I did micro biology in my first degree and why the switch... Please can anyone kindly direct me this time around. Also I see a lot of answers on "how did you hear about the school".. Almost everyone is saying from research, recommended by a boss or alumni etc.. Answering that is my aunt that recommended it, is it a unprofessional and not a good response please?? And most answers in the transcripts i read reply No when asked if they have family abroad.. I don't have my immediate family there but I have my aunt, an uncle and cousins.. Is that a yes or no please... I really prefer to do a second degree in medicine than do masters in industrial chemistry. Please I will appreciate the guidance.. Thanks in advance.