HushTee:
GRE wasn't required for any of the applications I made, so there was no point doing it. I simply narrowed down my professor search to programs not requiring GRE. If GRE was required, the research experience and publications will only be an edge.

Both of you are still saying the same thing

walepepe21:

Thank you ooooooo boss . No need to argue sef with him any longer as embassy is soft now based on the facts that many are coming with full funding now that makes it more easier for people to predict the outcome so easily.

Very true sir. 100%.

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princefemo01:
To be sincere with you, I would advice you refire that GRE to get a competitive quant score of at least 160Q , as Engineering is very competitive most especially Elect/elect.

However you can search for schools waiving the GRE and shoot your shot competitively.

Good luck.

This isn't true please. I got 297 in GRE, finished with a 2.78 on a scale of 5 which is a 2-2, and I still got full funding. We have been told several times it is not based on GRE alone, they look at the whole package. I don't have a single publication but I had an interview with the staff that gave me funding and I packaged myself well and aligned my research interests with hers. That is all that matters. Getting a high score in GRE and having no similar interest with any faculty may not get you anywhere.

motajike:
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This isn't true please. I got 297 in GRE, finished with a 2.78 on a scale of 5 which is a 2-2, and I still got full funding. We have been told several times it is not based on GRE alone, they look at the whole package. I don't have a single publication but I had an interview with the staff that gave me funding and I packaged myself well and aligned my research interests with hers. That is all that matters. Getting a high score in GRE and having no similar interest with any faculty may not get you anywhere.

Congrats. Before you erroneously accused his submission May I humbly ask you that Do you have your full funding from ECE (Electrical Computer Engineering) ? If so, which school you got it from make we know cos it’s very hard to get ECE funding.

NB: It is your decision to mention or not mentioning the schools but very hard to get full funding with that your GPA and Test score for ECE.

Has any seen Ny open dates in Abuja for July ?

Approvalll:
I applied at 12:30 am this morning

please how did you apply, i need help

motajike:
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This isn't true please. I got 297 in GRE, finished with a 2.78 on a scale of 5 which is a 2-2, and I still got full funding. We have been told several times it is not based on GRE alone, they look at the whole package. I don't have a single publication but I had an interview with the staff that gave me funding and I packaged myself well and aligned my research interests with hers. That is all that matters. Getting a high score in GRE and having no similar interest with any faculty may not get you anywhere.

how did you get full funding with this profile? Please tell us the university and program

Lagos1000:

You better not waste your money at all and cause a setback for yourself bro. How can you be going for your Bachelors again at age 29, who does that bro? Have you ever see someone here that got that visa approval at that age for bachelors. Be reasonable and be truthful to yourself man.

I will try it and I will get it. It's not my first bachelor's, it's my second. The problem would be if it's my first, and at 29.

V.Os are humans and not Robots. I'm only awaiting my EA to be approved at Abuja. And I'm hopeful I will scale through.

Thanks for ur advice anyways!

gozmoc8167:
Hello guys, sorry to deviate from the focal point of this thread.

I wrote GRE yesterday and got the following scores:

Quant-149
Verbal - 153

Any hope for funding with such score?

My intended program is MS/PhD in electrical engineering. My CGPA is 4.32/5.0

Thanks in anticipation of your responses.

Tennesse tech
NCAT
Iowa state
Mississippi state

My little advice google academic key, check for available positions advertised there for students in your field and email the department about it.

chuksmanred:


I will try it and I will get it. It's not my first bachelor's, it's my second. The problem would be if it's my first, and at 29.

V.Os are humans and not Robots. I'm only awaiting my EA to be approved at Abuja. And I'm hopeful I will scale through.

Thanks for ur advice anyways!

A big Amen to your prayers. Just give us the feedback here after your interview. Thanks

Favournice001:
First interview in lagos
VO: good morning
Me: good morning ma’am
Vo: so tell me about your plans
Me: I’m going for my bachelors degree to study music technology in California university of Pennsylvania
Vo: whats music technology all about
Me: Music technology is study of everything that has to do with music production, in terms of knowing how to use devices e.g computer to record and edit music
Vo: oh okay so who will be sponsoring your fees
Me: my dad is my sponsor, he’s been responsible for my academics from birth. He’s excited and ready to sponsor me
Vo: What does he do for a living
Me: he's the head pastor of a church here in Nigeria
Vo: whats hes annual income
Me: I have he’s bank statement here showing his financial strength
Vo: let me have it, looks at it and gives me back
Vo: vo nods her head and starts typing
After a while she look and me surprisingly and asked why haven’t I travelled out of Nigeria before
Me: told her I haven’t gotten any reason in the past to do so
Vo: interrupts and says I’m sorry you’re not qualified for an f1 visa (denial under section 214(b) )


Second interview in lagos
Vo: good morning
Me: good morning sir
Vo tell me about your educational plans
Me: i plan going for bachelor degree to study music technology at California university of Pennsylvania
Vo: you father will be taking care of the costs
Me: yes
Vo: what does he do for a living
Me: he’s the head pastor of a church, he’s into medium scale farming and a real estate developer/consultant
Vo: I’m sorry you aren’t qualified for this visa but can reapply again
(Denial under section 214(b) )

Please how can i fix this i plan reapply again but this time Abuja cause my school resumes fall 2021

You deserved rejection. Try and be more serious next time if you want that VISA.

Prexy1999:

You deserved rejection. Try and be more serious next time if you want that VISA.

No body deserves rejection, some did not even answer as much as he said they still got their visa.

I have an offer for Msc in mechanical Engineering too at the University of Alabama, kindly send me you number so can chat.

jerry8243:
The University of Alabama
Masters in Environmental Engineering

Janet200:


No body deserves rejection, some did not even answer as much as he said they still got their visa.

TRUE. But the content matters I hope you’re educated do that level anyway?

chuksmanred:


I will try it and I will get it. It's not my first bachelor's, it's my second. The problem would be if it's my first, and at 29.

V.Os are humans and not Robots. I'm only awaiting my EA to be approved at Abuja. And I'm hopeful I will scale through.

Thanks for ur advice anyways!

When did you apply for the EA please?

Lagos1000:

TRUE. But the content matters I hope you’re educated do that level anyway?

Smh

Hello, congratulations, I hold an offer too at the University of Alabama for fall 2021 Msc mechanical Engineering. Kindly send me your number so we can chat


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The VO didn't ask me anything about my family. Below is my own transcript

VISA APPROVED
2ND June, 2021. 11:30am

Location: Lagos

Undergraduate Course: Chemical Engineering, OAU

School: The University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa

Course: PhD chemical engineering

The reality is that people would always want to argue against putting in the work required to get the best or optimal outcome. The truth, as you have mentioned, is that GRE is required for very competitive programs; the best and elite programs. One's undergrad record is also important (GPA of 3.5+/4.0 or 3.2+/4.0 if you can kill GRE with above 325). There will always be one or two who get into great programs without it (especially due to covid), but those are the exceptions not the rule. And these exceptions may have solid publications and Masters, if their undergrad was subpar.

walepepe21:

Congrats. Before you erroneously accused his submission May I humbly ask you that Do you have your full funding from ECE (Electrical Computer Engineering) ? If so, which school you got it from make we know cos it’s very hard to get ECE funding.

NB: It is your decision to mention or not mentioning the schools but very hard to get full funding with that your GPA and Test score for ECE.

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Lagos1000:

TRUE. But the content matters I hope you’re educated do that level anyway?

I had to check your profile and notice you just open your account last month, no need to exchange words with you, na waste of time.

Janet200:


I had to check your profile and notice you just open your account last month, no need to exchange words with you, na waste of time.

See ignorance & Pride affecting your mentality.
You have nothing to offer, Go and sleep

CelinaAK:



When did you apply for the EA please?

On Tuesday at about 7:45am. U?

Yes, I am going to Alabama too this fall.

ktancing:
Alhamdulillah.

VISA approved today at Lagos Embassy.

COA: $24k
Funding: $8k

After exchange of greetings:

VO: Please pass me your I20 and passport
VO: I can see that you are going to University of North Alabama for Masters of Accountancy
Me: That's correct
VO: Tell me how you come about the choice of school
Me: After concluding on my plans to have a higher degree. I run a google search on a relatively cheap schools and I found University of North Alabama to be a good choice for me.
VO: How many schools did you apply to?
Me: I applied to four schools
VO: Which are?
Me: Stevens Institute of Technology, Clarkson University, University of Bridgeport and University of North Alabama.
VO: How many offered you admission:
Me: Four of them
VO: What made you chose University of North Alabama?
Me: I selected UNA because it is the cheapest among all the schools and they also offer me $5k tuition scholarship with free hostel
VO: Do you have background in Accounting?
Me: Yes. I have ND and HND in Accounting. I also have ICAN
VO: What is your undergraduate discipline? He meant Bsc
Me: Banking and Finance
VO: What do you do at the moment?
Me: I work with ******** as *******
VO: What will the degree do for you?
Me: The higher degree would further equip me with more skills and knowledge in discharging my duties. Also, I will be able to further my career in an international organization
VO: Who is covering your deficit:
Me: My uncle
VO: What does he do?
Me: He is a regional manager with ********
VO: Are you married?
Me: Yes, with a kid
VO: Are your family going with you?
Me: No
VO: Why will your wife chose not to go with you?
Me: She works with ********* and not willing to abandon her job for the period of my study
VO: Okay. I will be approving your VISA. Then he continue with his rap

My take: One needs to tighten up his/her plans right from the beginning. Then pray for luck. I think luck takes care of like 50% chance.



Please anyone going to Alabama? Abegi ooooooooo. I don't want to walk alone.

Yes I am

khoray:
Hello everyone.

Anyone going to Alabama this fall here?

Please reach out let's connect.

Also if you are schooling/resident there already, please reach out.

T for thanks

I’m yet to get an approval for the emergency date I requested for are you trying to apply for an emergency date?

ladeonas:


please how did you apply, i need help

Has the embassy approved you or reply you at all?

chuksmanred:


On Tuesday at about 7:45am. U?

Approvalll:
Has the embassy approved you or reply you at all?

Not yet. But certain they will.

You will get an email from them. But know this: two things are involved. It's either they approve you or they deny you.

Send them a reminder. If u have done so of recent don't do again, and pray for a positive response from them.

Hopefully, we will all be approved.

Greetings.

Please is anyone going to East Tennessee state university for this Fall. I'm trying to connect with people, get roommates and travel buddies.

Please send me a DM if you are.


Thanks

Hello, Good day.

Please I’m new here. I graduated with a 2.1 in chemical engineering and I’m trying to go for masters in business administration. I’m looking for schools that offer scholarship. And I’m seeking for assistance on how to go about my application.

chuksmanred:


I will try it and I will get it. It's not my first bachelor's, it's my second. The problem would be if it's my first, and at 29.

V.Os are humans and not Robots. I'm only awaiting my EA to be approved at Abuja. And I'm hopeful I will scale through.

Thanks for ur advice anyways!

I like your tenacity. VOs aren't actually robots. Whatever you're going to say on the day of your interview, make sure they're well articulated and pristinely convincing (if possible have someone go through your proposed transcript, and scrutinize) With Gods help and your interminably arduous effort, you will reach your apogee.

Do well to share the outcome (if you want to)