Thanks man, i appreciate the response, i am reworking my story on a new DS160 since the status of my dad has changed. The ties is my bordering issue i just have a sibling (sis) she's the only one i have left as home ties, Again the question about have i been filled for migration comes up too. Though i have not been filled for yet. Since my dad is waiting for his paperwork to officially settle to look for work. So i am hoping to be all honest and connect my story sincerely, honestly i can face the V.O cus no new thing but i need a compelling story to wrap it up. I still need more advice and honestly i think i can do it. I need more information. I will appreciate any reasonable input as regards. Thanks once again

NigPatriot:


Your story is rather unique, but not impossible. As I always advise, try to be sincere in your application and sell your story in the most convincing way possible you can. Your interview is already close by, you have to attend it - as someone who hasn't been denied before. I don't know what you filled on your DS160, so I can only advise based on the information you've put forward. you clearly have more ties to the US than Nigeria. Focus on three things now - your funding, your work, and your ambition (your post-study plans). This will determine the outcome of your visa.

Greattestman:
Hello

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Hello, I would like to join the date search groups. Could the link please be shared.

Starangel123:
Good morning everyone one, please I would like a honest review of my transcript to my visa interview.

Transcript

VO: Good morning, pass your I-20
Me: Good morning, passes I-20

VO: You’ve been here before, what has changed?
Me: The last time I was offered a master’s program with partial funding but presently, I got a fully-funded Ph.D. program with a graduate teaching assistantship.

VO: Why are you going to the United States (US)? Or What is the purpose of your trip to the US?
Me: I’m going to the US to pursue a doctorate in Chemistry with a specialization in Forensic Science at Florida International University, Miami, Florida.

VO: Where are you going?
Me: I’m going to Florida International University (FIU) Miami, Florida, for a Ph.D. in Chemistry with a specialization in Forensic Science.

VO: How did you come about this school?
Me: I got to know about FIU in my search for universities in the US that offer Ph.D. with specialization in Forensics DNA Analysis and Toxicology on the internet. In the course of my search, I came across some professors in the Chemistry and Biochemistry department with expertise in Forensic science, Toxicology, Pharmacology, and Trace evidence analysis as these areas align with my research focus. I reached out to a professor and expressed my interest and willingness to work with him as a prospective graduate student which he accepted, and so I applied, and I was offered admission.

VO: Why this school?
Me: I chose FIU because the research field of some of the best forensic researchers such as ABC, MNO, XYZ.... aligns with my research interests. As a matter of fact, FIU has one of the largest facilities for forensic and trace evidence analysis in the World. Also, I’ve had a virtual interview with Professor XYZ and he is willing to work with me.

VO: Why this program or course?
Me: I chose this course because I have been working in a Forensic lab as a DNA analyst. In the course of my work, I discovered some problems, especially with the identification of individuals involved in mass death, genetic-related diseases, paternity disputes, and crime. I recall a case of personnel beheaded in the South and the body required a complete DNA analysis for identification. We could not complete the analysis due to insufficient testing kits (reagents), inadequate equipment, and an incomplete DNA Database to identify and compare the DNA profile upon sequencing.

I was motivated by this need and decided on a program that can fill up these gaps. A research program (Ph.D.) in Forensic DNA analysis and Toxicology would provide me with the necessary knowledge and skill to think critically, solve the present problem faced in forensic labs, and create opportunities to train young researchers in this field back home.

VO: Why the US?
Me: I chose the US because my area of interest being a combination of Forensic DNA analysis and Toxicology is not available in Nigeria at the Ph.D. level. The US has some of the best forensic researchers in the world. Being a country that is advanced in terms of research facilities, I believe I will be able to work with state of the art facilities in the US and develop novel techniques to proffer solution to some of the major Forensic challenges facing Nigeria.

VO: What is your study plan?
Me: A minimum of 3.0/4.0 scale is required on an average of four (4) years program for my graduation. Prior to the start of the program, I’m expected to pass two (2) proficiency examinations in either Physical/Organic chemistry or Inorganic/Biochemistry. For the Fall semester, I will be offering nine (9) credit hours. Three (3) credit hours in Forensic Biology to be handled by Dr. ABC, three (3) credit hours in Chemical Analysis of Explosives taken by Dr. XYZ and another three (3) credit hours in Pharma/Toxicology of Drugs taken by Dr. 123. Overall, a minimum of seventy-five (75) credit hours inclusive of six (6) credit hours in Thesis is required for graduation in the program.

VO: What is your research interest/focus?
Me: My research focus is centered, on but not limited to Forensic science and toxicology. I will be focusing on the application of Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) in the study of degraded DNA for identification, and methods for ultra-trace analysis of xenobiotics (drugs, toxins, pollutants) and their metabolites in humans and the environment.

VO: What is your plan after your studies? Or What will this degree/program do for you?
Me: Upon completion of my Ph.D. program, I would come back to Nigeria, assume a higher position, and work as a Forensic Specialist with the Government, especially the Nigerian Military to manage the ABC, which is the First Forensic laboratory, and one of the best in Nigeria. I would continue my research on DNA analysis and toxicology to identify, analyze, quantify and proffer solutions to genetic-related issues and toxic substance abuse which is a major problem and on the rise daily in my country.
My long-term goal is to set up my forensic laboratory to train young researchers in this field of study back home.

VO: Who’s sponsoring your studies? Or I see you have a fully-funded scholarship, so who’s paying for your flight ticket?
Me: Florida International University is sponsoring about 99% of my studies, I was given a tuition waiver, living expenses, medical insurance, books, and supplies, however, I would be paying for my flight ticket to and from the US.

VO: What is your highest qualification?
Me: My highest qualification is a Masters in Molecular Drug Metabolism and Toxicology.

VO: What is your background? Or When did you graduate?
Me: I bagged a Master’s in Molecular Drug Metabolism and Toxicology with a CGPA of 3.76/4.0 scale from ABC university, in 2014 and my first degree in Biochemistry with a second-class upper from XYZ university, in 2009.

VO: What have you been doing after graduation? What do you do presently?
Me: I have been working as a DNA Analyst at ABC and 123 since graduation. Presently, I work as a DNA Analyst at 123.

VO: Why did you change your job (from Government to Private)?
Me: I changed my job from the government to private because I wanted to explore and compare another working environment before starting my Ph.D. so that I can have diverse laboratory experience.

VO: Did you take any standardized tests?
Me: I didn’t write any standardized test, actually the department waived the test on the grounds of my academic performance and a CGPA of 3.76/4.0 scale. The TOEFL was waived for Nigerians because our language of instruction is English.

VO: How many schools did you apply to?
Me: Three (3) schools.

VO: What do they all have in common?
Me: All schools have similar research areas in my field of study, experienced faculty members, well equipped and state of the art facilities. They have a low faculty size (student-faculty ratio), as well as a high faculty interaction which paves the room for increased learning.

VO: Have you traveled before? Or have you been to the US before?
Me: No, I haven’t had any reasons to travel.

VO: Do you have any family in the US?
Me: No, actually all of my family are back here in Nigeria.

VO: Are you married?
Me: No I’m not.

VO: Why are you not married?
Me: I have a strong desire to complete my Ph.D. then return back to Nigeria to get married. I want my children to be raised in Nigeria because I love my culture and that is what I want them to learn.

VO: Have you made travel plans?
Me: No, I haven’t made any travel plans.

VO: Where will you be staying?
Me: I would be staying on campus as I’m in contact with my program advisor and coordinator. They are assisting with getting a space on campus for me.

I HOPE you get your visa. Welcome to Miami Florida in advance. The Nigerian community at FIU are fantastic and would be one of the best people you will ever meet. They make my stay in fort Lauderdale Florida memorable.

Omasgrace:

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camileee:
hey guysss my visa was just approved in abuja i’ll type that transcript now

hey guysss i just got my visa approveddd
my advice go to abuja ,like they were just approving everyonee and prayyyy prayyy have faith
transcript

vo: pass your documents
vo:you’re going for your bachelors degree
me: yes ma
vo: who’s your sponsor
me: my dad, he is a chief supredendent of police
vo: what’ll happen when you’re done
me: i’ll come back to my country and i know with the skill i get from us i’ll be a very good nurse here

THANKS ALLLLL LIKE SHE DIDNT EVEN WASTE TIME
this is because i prayedd and i had faith in my mind that my visa has already been approved
before this i was denied that’s why i’m shocked i got it so easily
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congratulations

pls help the link you sent is not going through.

Hello,

A friend got admission to a school in California and he has gotten his Visa and set to arrive in the US next week.

Now his preferred/dream school just issued him an i20(he went to the embassy with the first school cos he has their i20 already and he had a hard time getting interview dates and he didn't want to lose the opportunity since his dream school was yet to issue him an i20).

Can he transfer his SEVIS to his preferred school and just report there or he has to report first to the school that he used their i20 to get visa or what exactly can he do?

I need suggestions pls

Is it compulsory for F1 and F2 to arrive the embassy together for checking of documents, picking number/queueing before the real interview?

congratulation work of God

camileee:
hey guysss my visa was just approved in abuja i’ll type that transcript now

hey guysss i just got my visa approveddd
my advice go to abuja ,like they were just approving everyonee and prayyyy prayyy have faith
transcript

vo: pass your documents
vo:you’re going for your bachelors degree
me: yes ma
vo: who’s your sponsor
me: my dad, he is a chief supredendent of police
vo: what’ll happen when you’re done
me: i’ll come back to my country and i know with the skill i get from us i’ll be a very good nurse here

THANKS ALLLLL LIKE SHE DIDNT EVEN WASTE TIME
this is because i prayedd and i had faith in my mind that my visa has already been approved
before this i was denied that’s why i’m shocked i got it so easily
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