Good day, everyone. I'm a recent graduate of Chemical Engineering looking to apply for an MSc in Cyber Security.
1. Do I need to complete NYSC before applying for my master's?
2. Is it possible to gain admission to a Cyber Security master's program given that my bachelor's degree is in Chemical Engineering?

Breegz14:
Good day, everyone. I'm a recent graduate of Chemical Engineering looking to apply for an MSc in Cyber Security.
1. Do I need to complete NYSC before applying for my master's?
2. Is it possible to gain admission to a Cyber Security master's program given that my bachelor's degree is in Chemical Engineering?

Hey 🤠

1. No ! You do not need NYSC discharge or exemption certificate to process Msc admissions, but i will recommend you serve your father land if you are within the age range. Rounding off with NYSC has future advantages, and it's the golden-crown of your academic swagger.

2. Yes it is possible . The Chemical Engineering you are coming from is in the same core science orientated subject modules with Cyber security .

3. But you may have to demonstrate your proficiency in the field of Computer Science first (by relevant work experience, research papers etc.). A good LOR (letter of recommendation) that can back your claim up of having good proficiency in computer science will be very helpful.

4. Your most reliable sources of answer is to contact your prospective desire departments at different Universities in the USA.


Best Wishes. 🙏

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. No ! You do not need NYSC discharge or exemption certificate to process Msc admissions, but i will recommend you serve your father land if you are within the age range. Rounding off with NYSC has future advantages, and it's the golden-crown of your academic swagger.


2. Yes it is possible . The Chemical Engineering you are coming from is in the same core science orientated subject modules with Cyber security .

3. But you may have to demonstrate your proficiency in the field of Computer Science first (by relevant work experience, research papers etc.). A good LOR (letter of recommendation) that can back your claim up of having good proficiency in computer science will be very helpful.

4. Your most reliable sources of answer is to contact your prospective desire departments at different Universities in the USA.


Best Wishes. 🙏

Thank you for your kind response. My final year project centered on creating a predictive model, and I plan on completing a couple of online coding courses. Can these attest to my proficiency?

Good day all.
Please how long is the wait period for one to re-apply?

@OyoTunjiUSA

Breegz14:
Good day, everyone. I'm a recent graduate of Chemical Engineering looking to apply for an MSc in Cyber Security.
1. Do I need to complete NYSC before applying for my master's?
2. Is it possible to gain admission to a Cyber Security master's program given that my bachelor's degree is in Chemical Engineering?

You do not need to complete your NYSC or even go for one to apply for US admission.

You should be fine applying for Cyber Security program.

Breegz14:


Thank you for your kind response. My final year project centered on creating a predictive model, and I plan on completing a couple of online coding courses. Can these attest to my proficiency?

🤠

1. Yes. Those knowledge or experiences can attest to your proficiency, especially, if the coding courses are from accredited/reputable institutions.

2. You will need LOR (s) with human contact information to back it up. Your Personal essay or SOP is another opportunity to express your skills.

Best Wishes 🙏

Tonynatty:
Good day all.
Please how long is the wait period for one to re-apply?

@OyoTunjiUSA

Hey 🤠

1. You can re-apply immediately, and infact , i usually recommend immediate re-application (only based) on the circumstances where you might have been interviewed by inexperienced, hasty, or unfair consular officer.

2. Nevertheless, it is generally recommended that you put in for re-application only when you have the natural inclination that your previous circumstances which brought about your first denial has improved.


Best Wishes 🙏

Hi guys... If your interview date was rescheduled, to a week later, does it mean something? Is there a reason for that? No reason was given in the mail just rescheduled to the following week. Who has experienced this?

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. You can re-apply immediately, and infact , i usually recommend immediate re-application (only based) on the circumstances where you might have been interviewed by inexperienced, hasty, or unfair consular officer.

2. Nevertheless, it is generally recommended that you put in for re-application only when you have the natural inclination that your previous circumstances which brought about your first denial has improved.


Best Wishes 🙏

Thank you 🙏

Good day house,
Trust you all are keeping safe. I have been able to read couple of the threads.
Please I need assistance, I am looking to apply for a PHD for fall 2025.
1. I graduated with a second class upper in Economics 3.83/5.0 and I have been able to write GRE
2. Please how do I navigate the search for full funded scholarships
3. Please I would love if you can also assist with any advice that would help me out.
Thank you

Thank you

Gosas:
Good day house,
Trust you all are keeping safe. I have been able to read couple of the threads.
Please I need assistance, I am looking to apply for a PHD for fall 2025.
1. I graduated with a second class upper in Economics 3.83/5.0 and I have been able to write GRE
2. Please how do I navigate the search for full funded scholarships
3. Please I would love if you can also assist with any advice that would help me out.
Thank you

Thank you

While you’re shooting for PhD, apply for masters program as well.

Gosas:
Good day house,
Trust you all are keeping safe. I have been able to read couple of the threads.
Please I need assistance, I am looking to apply for a PHD for fall 2025.
1. I graduated with a second class upper in Economics 3.83/5.0 and I have been able to write GRE
2. Please how do I navigate the search for full funded scholarships
3. Please I would love if you can also assist with any advice that would help me out.
Thank you

Thank you

What was your GRE Score? Why are you not also considering Masters? How good is your mathematical skills? My advice coming from Nigeria in Economics is to do a Masters before PhD.

You can drop your what's app number if you wan my to talk more. I studied Economics and may be able to give a few tips/advice.

Hi GboyegaD,

Could I send you an email? I have a BSc in Economics and am applying for master's program. I would appreciate your assistance.

Thank you,

Thank youquote author=chidiakwari post=131315992] While you’re shooting for PhD, apply for masters program as well.[/quote]

I scored 167 in quant section. I don't mind Masters, just looking for fully funded scholarships.
My WhatsApp no is 08084070730. Thank you.

quote author=GboyegaD post=131316313]

What was your GRE Score? Why are you not also considering Masters? How good is your mathematical skills? My advice coming from Nigeria in Economics is to do a Masters before PhD.

You can drop your what's app number if you wan my to talk more. I studied Economics and may be able to give a few tips/advice.[/quote]

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TQing:
Hi GboyegaD,

Could I send you an email? I have a BSc in Economics and am applying for master's program. I would appreciate your assistance.

Thank you,

Yes you can. I'm not so good with emails and even what's app but let's start from the email and then we can exchange numbers on there.

Gosas:
I scored 167 in quant section. I don't mind Masters, just looking for fully funded scholarships.
My WhatsApp no is *******. Thank you.

The number is not showing on my what's app. Can you please check and confirm the number again?

Please check your mail, thanks a lot.

Yes you can. I'm not so good with emails and even what's app but let's start from the email and then we can exchange numbers on there. [/quote]

Hello,
1. You don't need to complete your NYSC before applying for MSc in the US.
2. Yes, you might get admission into an institution, but you might have challenges during the visa interview because there is no career progression. You don't have relevant experience in cyber security or a degree in computer science.

Breegz14:
Good day, everyone. I'm a recent graduate of Chemical Engineering looking to apply for an MSc in Cyber Security.
1. Do I need to complete NYSC before applying for my master's?
2. Is it possible to gain admission to a Cyber Security master's program given that my bachelor's degree is in Chemical Engineering?

Hmm

anamo:
Good evening yall . I was supposed to be travelling this Fall after obtaining my F-1 visa since April. Unfortunately, the fund I was supposed to be working with was withdrawn from my PI. I could no longer proceed as I don’t want to go and constitute nuisance in the US (I don’t have money to sponsor myself). Note that this is my second time of not being able to use an F-1 visa as I couldn’t use the first one issued in January cuz I was sick and hospitalized completely.

I just want an honest opinion as I’m about to give up completely on US Schools...how do you all feel about this? I wish to apply for another admission and proceed to get a new visa..do you think the VO will think I’m not serious? What do you feel about this? If you were the VO, will you take this kind of person seriously?

My little piece of advice is stop wasting your visa chances. Get here and talk to other professors in the department for funding or apply to other schools while you are already here. Staying back in Nigeria doesn’t solve anything and giving up at the first challenge means you never wanted to study from the beginning!

yinkhar:


My little piece of advice is stop wasting your visa chances. Get here and talk to other professors in the department for funding or apply to other schools while you are already here. Staying back in Nigeria doesn’t solve anything and giving up at the first challenge means you never wanted to study from the beginning!

I tried reaching out to two professors trying to get a GA, but wasn’t successful.. and the fear of not being able to waive my tuition is also there if i landed..I also depend a whole lot on the funding as I don’t have a dime to support myself beyond the first month… it’s just going to be more miserable. Well, maybe I should just diss the idea over all and try some other countries. Thanks

anamo:
Good evening yall . I was supposed to be travelling this Fall after obtaining my F-1 visa since April. Unfortunately, the fund I was supposed to be working with was withdrawn from my PI. I could no longer proceed as I don’t want to go and constitute nuisance in the US (I don’t have money to sponsor myself). Note that this is my second time of not being able to use an F-1 visa as I couldn’t use the first one issued in January cuz I was sick and hospitalized completely.

I just want an honest opinion as I’m about to give up completely on US Schools...how do you all feel about this? I wish to apply for another admission and proceed to get a new visa..do you think the VO will think I’m not serious? What do you feel about this? If you were the VO, will you take this kind of person seriously?

Which school are you heading to? Can you share your profile? Share a little about profile

Good evening Seniors in the house,

Please what's the success rate for approval of emergency visa appointment for F1 visa? Is it always honoured if you meet up with the creteria of school resuming soon and no visa appointment date?

Please I want to know if it's embassy dependent too. Which is more flexible for an emergency visa approval? Abuja or Lagos?

I await your honest response (s) sir/ma.

chidiakwari:
Which school are you heading to? Can you share your profile? Share a little about profile

I’ve sent you an email

Thanks a bunch for your detailed reply. I now have an idea on what to expect.

One more question tho? Is there a particular type of GRE test he has to write for his type of course? Also I just google searched GRE test locations and it says it can be done at home. I this correct?

OyoTunjiUSA:



Hey 🤠

1. If your sibling will be graduating with 1st class and superb CGPA and have worked (assisted in exam scripts marking, research contributions, teachings etc) with lecturers / professors in his alma mater , and can get good recommendations then he may try Phd enrollment.

2. Yes he can get schools in the USA that will offer him admission but he must be an impressive outstanding graduate.

3. Yes. GRE is usually recommended for PhD, but some Universities can waive it if he can prove outstanding abilities in some areas i have mentioned before but i will recommend that he write GRE .

4. If your sibling meets the No 1 point above then he should start by contacting Universities and telling them his academic achievements and desire for PhD admission. He should try to apply to at the very least - two Universities . He will pay application fee ($50 to $150) and Spot deposit ($100 to $250) . POF demanded by the school, and the embassy depends on the average Fundings (deficit) your sibling will be receiving , and F-1 VISA fee (MRV) is on the USA embassy website for current rate quote.

5. There is no thread or group dedicated to the information you are looking for. This same thread you are reading from is the right and the best place.

6. Google Public Research Universities (USA have more than 3,000 Universities) in the USA and pick them one by one by contacting International Graduate Admissions .


PS; Some of the fees quoted above , as well as GRE can be waived.


Best Wishes 🙏

ge: 29
Level: 200L
CGPA: 3.62
Course: English

I submitted two certificates of return as evidence of excellent extracurricular activities particularly in leadership.

I have one strong recommendation letter.

I have a good personal statement highliting my writing skills and its impact.

I applied for application fee waiver because I have no money to pay for the application and I submitted my father's Certificate of Death and my termination of employment letter as prove of financial hardship.

What's my chances of securing admission?

I'll need a cosigner if I am going for other loans and I have no one right now in the US that can do that for me. Anyways, anyway is a way. Let me just get the admission first and everything will fall in places. If I am able to secure admission, secure loan to fund me, Visa won't be a problem. I'll ace it!

@OyoTunjiUSA GboyegaD Zinho

Honestly, your case looks spiritual. First you were sick, now funding withdrawn. A clear case of failure at the edge of breakthrough. I will advise that you take some days to fast and pray let God speak to you. Even if you try another country, a new problem might still spring up.

Secondly, If it were me, I will still go. God works with our faith. Didn't you make friends the first time you were there? People that can link you up with under the table jobs? At least to pay your rent and feed while you try to find a solution.

anamo:
Good evening yall . I was supposed to be travelling this Fall after obtaining my F-1 visa since April. Unfortunately, the fund I was supposed to be working with was withdrawn from my PI. I could no longer proceed as I don’t want to go and constitute nuisance in the US (I don’t have money to sponsor myself). Note that this is my second time of not being able to use an F-1 visa as I couldn’t use the first one issued in January cuz I was sick and hospitalized completely.

I just want an honest opinion as I’m about to give up completely on US Schools...how do you all feel about this? I wish to apply for another admission and proceed to get a new visa..do you think the VO will think I’m not serious? What do you feel about this? If you were the VO, will you take this kind of person seriously?

Teenuh:
Thanks a bunch for your detailed reply. I now have an idea on what to expect.

One more question tho? Is there a particular type of GRE test he has to write for his type of course? Also I just google searched GRE test locations and it says it can be done at home. I this correct?

Hey 🤠

1. GRE Scores above 330 are exceptional and will make your application stand out. However, 300 - 310 are still safe scores, which can make your application merit a look in most USA Universities.

2. There are 2-types of GRE "

* GRE General ( Mostly- required. This tests your verbal and quantitative reasonings, as well as your analytical writing skills).

* GRE Subjects ( Less- required. This tests your strength in your major subject area eg someone applying for PhD in physics. The requirement for gre-subject depends on your host University's specific departmental requirement).

3. But do not rely on GRE. PhD application is primarily about displaying creation of new knowledge. So, the most important criterion of admission would be the strength of your research problem and its alignment to your would-be Professor or Department that you are seeking to apply to.

4. Yes. You can write GRE at home and you will be well-monitored. But, i would rather you sat for it at a general center if you do not have any disability.


Best Wishes 🙏

Good morning my people , please I’m having issues scheduling an appointment,it keeps showing this and whenever I check my email or spam folder I don’t see anything I even login back to my portal to see if it has changed but it will take me back to choose previously denied or regular I don’t know what to do

dest4real:
Good evening Seniors in the house,

Please what's the success rate for approval of emergency visa appointment for F1 visa? Is it always honoured if you meet up with the creteria of school resuming soon and no visa appointment date?

Please I want to know if it's embassy dependent too. Which is more flexible for an emergency visa approval? Abuja or Lagos?

I await your honest response (s) sir/ma.

Hey 🤠

1. The success rate for Emergency F1-VISA appointment is 90% ov.100 for all international students but only If they follow the laid down procedures , and they are first-timers.

2. Yes. It is always honoured (if you follow the rules). I don't think there is any travel section (worldwide) that match the population of international students that must resume into USA institutions yearly. Its a bigger contribution to USA economies and human resources.

3. Abuja, and Lagos are guided by same rules. Well , it is believed (not official record) that Lagos population of F1-VISA seekers is higher than those of Abuja but i don't believe in the notion.


Best Wishes 🙏