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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by SPERMANC(m): 9:39pm On May 12, 2018
Hi family please help a brother these are my questions
I only have waec cert (undergraduate) and i have made a good research for schools(indicating am nt a lazy as claimed by buhari) finally i decided to choose Cleveland State University (i wil check their admission requirements after this questions)
*I'm having interest in movies and I want to do it professional cos i have been doing drama since i was a child, but i don't want to go into acting in Nigeria nollywood i want something genuine and extraordinary just like American movies so my question is what course can I read in the University to make to learn all the film tricks and editings (i want to be an editor) example `the avengers ' how dey jump from a high building, destroy a whole city magic tricks car crash and other effect tricks
*I'm currently 21yrs old and I intend to hustle for more money to support my parents in funding my school tuition fees and other materials (i did science in my high school and like wise my waec result)
*will 2.5 million naira cover my semesters and travel visas to the US cos i want to hustle and save atleast 2 million naira from my YouTube channel comedy acting to support my parents(though i haven't started the YouTube tins but am working on it) my parents can provide atleast one million making total of 3mill +my YouTube channel to be fetching me money while in US cos I'll be doing cartoon comedy with my laptop while in school
Please your answers are all appreciated

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by chinemomah2020(m): 9:43pm On May 12, 2018
Pease has anyone renewe his/her Passport recently in Ikoyi..? How long did it take to get the new one and how much does it cost?? Please kindly respond if you did yours recently Or if you have a recent information about it.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Bolisticbond026: 11:13pm On May 12, 2018
Good day Nairalanders and hope we are all doing great?Please i need someone who got admitted to University of Cincinnati to explain somethings to me.Hope to hear from any one soon thanks in advance guys.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by NefT: 11:20pm On May 12, 2018
Renewable0216:
Hello guys,

First, I'd start with an apology!

I almost totally disappeared from here since I got to the States; believe me, it wasn't intentional but trying to grapple with a new system in one hand and balancing research/course workload on the other hand is no easy feat. That's not to say it's impossible to come back here once in a whil after you resume school but I own up for being one of the feeble-minded who can't handle too many things at a time. Apologies!

Plus, I didn't get enough funding when I was leaving so, trying to work and study must had some impact too.

Luckily, I got a 'rare' 50% scholarship the very last week of school: it was a miracle and funding for subsequent semesters seem sure from now.

Bottom line: Don't be desperate, when you are desperate you make terrible decisions that might not be easy to correct for years. When it's God's time to get things done, he'd work things out for you!

Don't be mad at yourself when things are not working as planned, I know it can be demoralizing but that's time to work on yourself, do your due diligence and research! I never advocate short cuts(tricks and other illegal things such as falsifying documents, etc). Even when you don't have the means personally, when it's the right time, God will provide support.

To balance this, It would be fair to come out clean to explain that having funding secured is one the best things you want to get done before leaving Nigeria. If writing GRE and TOEFL will make a school provide funding, prepare well for those exams and do them well: if you can't be diligent with GRE, how will you be able to cope with school demands?

Also if you're working, save as much as you can, that helps too! I think it was one of the things that helped me convince the VO.
I am somewhat very displeased when I see young folks trying to get into school but spending their 'little Nigerian salary' showing off petty clothes/things on social media. That's puerile and being short-sighted!

For some schools like mine, chances of getting funded before you arrive as Africans is rare especially in Engineering. They want you to come on your own bills the first semester, demonstrate your abilities, then you might be considered for funding. You also want to be discuss this with your program Coordinator and be very sure funding will be provided after the first semester, never assume!

Usually there are more funding opportunities during the Fall; if your school is not funding you, you may want to politely ask why and confirm if there will be funding for subsequent semesters.

In all, I'm a strong preacher of diligence, hard work, smart work and trusting God to crown your efforts.

I hope this helps someone!

My best wishes guys!

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by NefT: 11:22pm On May 12, 2018
Renewable0216:
Hello guys,

First, I'd start with an apology!

I almost totally disappeared from here since I got to the States; believe me, it wasn't intentional but trying to grapple with a new system in one hand and balancing research/course workload on the other hand is no easy feat. That's not to say it's impossible to come back here once in a while after you resume school but I own up for being one of the feeble-minded who can't handle too many things at a time. Apologies!

Plus, I didn't get enough funding when I was leaving so, trying to work and study must had some impact too.

Luckily, I got a 'rare' 50% scholarship the very last week of school: it was a miracle and funding for subsequent semesters seem sure from now.

Bottom line: Don't be desperate, when you are desperate you make terrible decisions that might not be easy to correct for years. When it's God's time to get things done, he'd work things out for you!

Don't be mad at yourself when things are not working as planned, I know it can be demoralizing but that's time to work on yourself, do your due diligence and research! I never advocate short cuts(tricks and other illegal things such as falsifying documents, etc). Even when you don't have the means personally, when it's the right time, God will provide support.

To balance this, It would be fair to come out clean to explain that having funding secured is one the best things you want to get done before leaving Nigeria. If writing GRE and TOEFL will make a school provide funding, prepare well for those exams and do them well: if you can't be diligent with GRE, how will you be able to cope with school demands?

Also if you're working, save as much as you can, that helps too! I think it was one of the things that helped me convince the VO.
I am somewhat very displeased when I see young folks trying to get into school but spending their 'little Nigerian salary' showing off petty clothes/things on social media. That's puerile and being short-sighted!

For some schools like mine, chances of getting funded before you arrive as Africans is rare especially in Engineering. They want you to come on your own bills the first semester, demonstrate your abilities, then you might be considered for funding. You also want to be discuss this with your program Coordinator and be very sure funding will be provided after the first semester, never assume!

Usually there are more funding opportunities during the Fall; if your school is not funding you, you may want to politely ask why and confirm if there will be funding for subsequent semesters.

In all, I'm a strong preacher of diligence, hard work, smart work and trusting God to crown your efforts.

I hope this helps someone!

My best wishes guys!






Please, what school and course is that?

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by exxy(m): 11:24pm On May 12, 2018
Glocal1:
Hopefully bro. Are you in MS?
Yes
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by nagalee(m): 11:46pm On May 12, 2018
I’m currently filling my ds160 form and I’m confused with the section that says present work/ education/ training information- what are they talking about?
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by afodam247: 7:13am On May 13, 2018
They are asking for your present work status i.e where you are working right now. Or if your are studying presently (education) give details, or if its training . I think this is simple just click on the category that you belong.

nagalee:
I’m currently filling my ds160 form and I’m confused with the section that says present work/ education/ training information- what are they talking about?
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by presiade(m): 7:33am On May 13, 2018
Bolisticbond026:
Good day Nairalanders and hope we are all doing great?Please i need someone who got admitted to University of Cincinnati to explain somethings to me.Hope to hear from any one soon thanks in advance guys.

Have you been admitted? If yes, what course?? A friend of mine is still awaiting admission to an engineering PhD program at UC.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Smile4mee01: 9:24am On May 13, 2018
Dear Nairalanders.

I am seeking admission into Msc Business Analytics ( STEM verfired) . My concern is that my friend tells me it does not guarantee permanent residency in USA. that i would still be left to chance as its quite difficult to find a company that would file for me.

kindly explain how the OPT thing works?
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by yuscodguy(m): 9:52am On May 13, 2018
Please I want you to please look at my answer to this questions and please tell me where I need to improve myself.

Proposed transcript

Me: Good morning
Vo: Good morning

Vo: where are u going to in the US
Me: I am going to Eastern Illinois University for my Masters in Cybersecurity

Vo: How do u get to know about the school?
Me: My boss in the office who is an Alumni of EIU recommended he school to me and I also made some researches online through usnews and I found out that EIU is best for me.

Vo: How many school do u applied to?
Me: 3 schools

Vo: list them and how many admitted you?
Me: Eastern Illinois University, Eastern Michigan University and Write State University, other gave me admission but Eastern Michigan is still pending.

Vo: Why Eastern Illinois University?
Me: I choose Eastern Illinois University because the curriculum of the University matches my career interest, EIU is rich it lots of security modules. The school class ratio is 14:1 or less and this will ease studying. Moreso I confirmed from two professors that EIU has a well equipped laboratory for Cybersecurity program and student are allowed to perform research on their field.

Vo: After your studies what is your career plan/what will this degree o for you?
Me: after my studies I will go back to Nigeria to continue my job, this degree will elevate me at my place of work and by then I will be more skilled for a greater job because I have the plan of working with NCC and EFCC to fight cyber crime in Nigeria.


Please I want you to please look at my answer to this questions and please tell me where I need to improve myself.
ONE LOVE MY PEOPLE
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by chinemomah2020(m): 9:59am On May 13, 2018
Hello everyone,

Please i still need more information on Passport renewal. has anyone renewed his/her Passport recently in Ikoyi..? How long did it take to get the new one and how much does it cost?? Please kindly respond if you did yours recently Or if you have a recent information about it. Please your response will go a long way for me. Thanks all.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Harry4cas(m): 10:15am On May 13, 2018
Chidinho10:


Since you're coming from a background in Statistics, I'll suggest you get a Masters in Statistics especially if funding is a priority.

If you still want to do a PhD, you can do a PhD in Statistics or Machine Learning or Data Engineering or Artificial Intelligence in any of the reputed schools

Most curricula in statistics cover most aspects of analytics and machine learning - like SAS, SQL, Python, R etc. You can still fill up gaps in your curriculum by learning from YouTube.

You can work in data science or ML with a Masters in Statistics. Statistics is in fact the mother of Data Science and Analytics

Unless you have a particular school in mind or money isn't an issue, MS in Statistics is okay.


Thanks for your suggestion bro. I think it's a good one. However, from my research and experience (I stand to be corrected though)

MSc Statistics is a very useful degree to have if it interests me to work in the traditional sectors of the economy. Depends on what I would like to do with my degree. It can help me turn into a statistics teacher (which is nowhere even near the bottom list of my interest), a Quality Assurance Expert ISO 9001, a risk manager/Actuary, an Economist, a Demographic / Population - studies expert, a marketing research expert, an engineering math instructor, an Operations research and / or Decision Science Optimization Modeler, or a scientific researcher in various other fields.

Now, MSc Data sciences and Machine learning is a new area, rapidly emerging as one of the most sought after profession in the new sunrise sectors of the economy per say.

I think Data Science is better for me since I would like to find work without wasting time. However, statistics too wont put me behind.

The only difference between DS and Statistics is that the latter might not be a programming / coding savy degree, unlike the former which focuses on teaching application of optimization, analytics, statistics, math and econometrics using computing packages such as SAS toolkit, other BI - Business Intelligence modules, Data Visualization using Tableau, and the use of other programming languages and data mining methods using either or both the R code and the Python.

AI , NLP (Natural language processing), data engineering and warehousing, data wrangling and Robotics are additionally taught in a DS Program, if I decide to choose the ML specialization path.

An analytics path would be teaching less of higher level programming and engineering and more of problem solving using dashboard business/ risk / financial/ marketing analytics and EDA - Exploratory Data Tools and graphics by the defined problem category.

Now here's the problem, different universities teach DS and ML differently compared to MSc Statistics which is the mother program for all such subjects ( and i don't know why, it would have been more sexy and appealing to me if i can see any school in US that's offering both together i.e Msc. in Statistic & Data Science. So far, I've not been able to see such school)

Currently, there is a rivalry between DS and Statistics in the first world countries. Quite similar to the one that exist between traditional medicinal sciences and homeopathy at hospitals or as we see between Mathematical Economics and Behavioral Economics in the scholarly social science fields.


About the funding part; (make I giggle small) Abeg I need am o!! My father is not an OBO that can give someone 'assurance' anyhow; more reason I'll be making my final decision based on the schools that might probably offer me some sort of assistance (even if it's janitorial assistance lol I no mind) TA sef no bad although it's quite a drudge to me.

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Harry4cas(m): 10:24am On May 13, 2018
Chidinho10:


Since you're coming from a background in Statistics, I'll suggest you get a Masters in Statistics especially if funding is a priority.

If you still want to do a n, R etc. You can still fill up gaps in your curriculum by learning from YouTube.

You can work in data science or ML with a Masters in Statistics. Statistics is in fact the mother of Data Science and Analytics

Unless you have a particular school in mind or money isn't an issue, MS in Statistics is okay.

I hope you wouldn't mind if I ask; Are you studying Data Science & Analytics presently?

PS: I wouldn't mind if anyone that's currently studying or has studied Msc. Data Science and/or Statistics can clearly drop his/her own personal suggestion as well as it'd help make my decision.

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by NiklausAkins(m): 10:38am On May 13, 2018
"...14:1 or less..." this particular statement shows that your not sure of that particular fact. 14:1 should be okay.
And i'll advice you talk the Class size, reputation of the school, achievements etc... Why you picked EIU, has to be very elaborate and explanatory since you said its best for you. Talk about a yearly program or activity the school is Involved in that your looking forward to been a part of. I believe you should be able to talk until the VO is satisfied and cuts in..


Just my own little opinion. I stand to be corrected
Happy sunday

yuscodguy:
Please I want you to please look at my answer to this questions and please tell me where I need to improve myself.

Proposed transcript

Me: Good morning
Vo: Good morning

Vo: where are u going to in the US
Me: I am going to Eastern Illinois University for my Masters in Cybersecurity

Vo: How do u get to know about the school?
Me: My boss in the office who is an Alumni of EIU recommended he school to me and I also made some researches online through usnews and I found out that EIU is best for me.

Vo: How many school do u applied to?
Me: 3 schools

Vo: list them and how many admitted you?
Me: Eastern Illinois University, Eastern Michigan University and Write State University, other gave me admission but Eastern Michigan is still pending.

Vo: Why Eastern Illinois University?
Me: I choose Eastern Illinois University because the curriculum of the University matches my career interest, EIU is rich it lots of security modules. The school class ratio is 14:1 or less and this will ease studying. Moreso I confirmed from two professors that EIU has a well equipped laboratory for Cybersecurity program and student are allowed to perform research on their field.

Vo: After your studies what is your career plan/what will this degree o for you?
Me: after my studies I will go back to Nigeria to continue my job, this degree will elevate me at my place of work and by then I will be more skilled for a greater job because I have the plan of working with NCC and EFCC to fight cyber crime in Nigeria.


Please I want you to please look at my answer to this questions and please tell me where I need to improve myself.
ONE LOVE MY PEOPLE
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by femi312: 10:42am On May 13, 2018
Smile4mee01:
Dear Nairalanders.

I am seeking admission into Msc Business Analytics ( STEM verfired) . My concern is that my friend tells me it does not guarantee permanent residency in USA. that i would still be left to chance as its quite difficult to find a company that would file for me.

kindly explain how the OPT thing works?
After graduation you have the chance to work in the US for 1 year with 2 years extension if what you studied is under STEM, making a total of 3 years opt. Within the 3 years, your company can file h1b visa for you which allows you to continue working beyond Opt. If you have a masters degree, you technically have 6 chances at the H1b lottery in 3 years, if you have a bachelors you have just 3 chances in 3 years. However very few companies will employ just for opt, most companies employ with a long-term plan, meaning its not common just for a company to employ you just to do OPT.

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by NiklausAkins(m): 10:46am On May 13, 2018
And i feel you should remove the discussion on the laboratory part. All universities(if not all, most of the universities permitted to issue out I20,) will have a well equipped lab. And you used "a" meaning One..if am not wrong, the university of wyoming has about 10 labs,
university of Iowa has about 50 workstations available to just Computer science dept.. So i think if your talking about well equipped laboratory he VO might just think your looking for points(irrelevant)to convince him..

Or if you want to talk about laboratory, you can compare it to the other universities you applied to. Talking about the standard of the University lab(research equipments etc) to the other schools you applied to, will be a better approach.(but if you'll mention research, be clear on what particular research is going on)


...
My lil idea.. Thanks
God will crown your effort with success...
yuscodguy:
Please I want you to please look at my answer to this questions and please tell me where I need to improve myself.

Proposed transcript

Me: Good morning
Vo: Good morning

Vo: where are u going to in the US
Me: I am going to Eastern Illinois University for my Masters in Cybersecurity

Vo: How do u get to know about the school?
Me: My boss in the office who is an Alumni of EIU recommended he school to me and I also made some researches online through usnews and I found out that EIU is best for me.

Vo: How many school do u applied to?
Me: 3 schools

Vo: list them and how many admitted you?
Me: Eastern Illinois University, Eastern Michigan University and Write State University, other gave me admission but Eastern Michigan is still pending.

Vo: Why Eastern Illinois University?
Me: I choose Eastern Illinois University because the curriculum of the University matches my career interest, EIU is rich it lots of security modules. The school class ratio is 14:1 or less and this will ease studying. Moreso I confirmed from two professors that EIU has a well equipped laboratory for Cybersecurity program and student are allowed to perform research on their field.

Vo: After your studies what is your career plan/what will this degree o for you?
Me: after my studies I will go back to Nigeria to continue my job, this degree will elevate me at my place of work and by then I will be more skilled for a greater job because I have the plan of working with NCC and EFCC to fight cyber crime in Nigeria.


Please I want you to please look at my answer to this questions and please tell me where I need to improve myself.
ONE LOVE MY PEOPLE
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Macaulay10(m): 11:36am On May 13, 2018
Smile4mee01:
Dear Nairalanders.

I am seeking admission into Msc Business Analytics ( STEM verfired) . My concern is that my friend tells me it does not guarantee permanent residency in USA. that i would still be left to chance as its quite difficult to find a company that would file for me.

kindly explain how the OPT thing works?
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Macaulay10(m): 11:36am On May 13, 2018
Smile4mee01:
Dear Nairalanders.

I am seeking admission into Msc Business Analytics ( STEM verfired) . My concern is that my friend tells me it does not guarantee permanent residency in USA. that i would still be left to chance as its quite difficult to find a company that would file for me.

kindly explain how the OPT thing works?
what school pls
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Bolisticbond026: 11:48am On May 13, 2018
I got admitted to University of Cincinnati for Msc. in Information Technology 3 days ago.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Goldmia: 12:29pm On May 13, 2018
Doc2dre:

Hello please I am a silent follower of this forum since last year, I went for my visa interview last December and was denied so I’m planning on going for another interview this February and I am begging you my brothers and sisters in this forum to please help and advice me on how to avoid been denied this second time I will also appreciate anyone who can help me with pre interview before my interview, I have gone through several transcripts and I notice people getting help and advice... @lagosismyhome @princeG23 @Wallspring @ELDeeVee
Pls i also have the same issue with this person...only difference is that my interview id in July 2,2018.Pls I need all the help I can get.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Smartconcept1: 12:39pm On May 13, 2018
Maze1:
Well they are like treasury bills. But while Tbills are pooled by the government, mutual funds are pooled by private investment firms. You can Google it

OK .
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Goldmia: 1:07pm On May 13, 2018
sunshineluv5:
thanks bro you nailed it that was exactly my question.
Please still on the SOA,I have 2 main question,can I use a co-operate acct?as that is the only acct that my uncle who is my sponsor can give me and he said his personal acct does not have up to 7million .
Secondly, if I can use the co-operate acct ,will it be possible to print the SOA from April to 24th June because my interview is on the 2nd of july?
Please I need help on this asap.Thanks
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by abimbolar: 2:50pm On May 13, 2018
Bolisticbond026:
Good day Nairalanders and hope we are all doing great?Please i need someone who got admitted to University of Cincinnati to explain somethings to me.Hope to hear from any one soon thanks in advance guys.

What do you wanna know?
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by abimbolar: 2:51pm On May 13, 2018
Bolisticbond026:
I got admitted to University of Cincinnati for Msc. in Information Technology 3 days ago.

Nice, same course as me. Drop your email addy
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 13 by Mervyn98: 3:24pm On May 13, 2018
Will I fill another ds-160 form if I want to reapply for visa

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