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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Sheq: 5:23pm On Dec 25, 2018 |
Nutshell44:you are so lucky...chai... i pray mine comes too... may you be more succesful than you think of there...amen..... enjoy yourself brother!! 5 Likes |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by grandy09: 8:32pm On Dec 25, 2018 |
yuscodguy: and do you think my account will be updated before 27th December when I have my appointment? won't another barcode be generated to me this way? |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Nutshell44: 10:21pm On Dec 25, 2018 |
Sheq: Amen bro. Your happiness is coming also. Just believe |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by yuscodguy(m): 10:28pm On Dec 25, 2018 |
[quote author=grandy09 post=74164197] and do you think my account will be updated before 27th December when I have my appointment? won't another barcode be generated to me this way?[/quot] Bar code is not an issue, immediately it is updated just reprint your appointment letter. |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by tolatof: 11:51pm On Dec 25, 2018 |
Hi Guys, Been a while...What's happening? |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Nobody: 1:21am On Dec 26, 2018 |
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!! & HAPPY NEW YEAR IN ADVANCE! PLEASE GUYS DOES ANYONE KNOW ANY STATE IN THE USA THAT GIVES DRIVERS LICENSE FOR F1 VISA STUDENTS, THAT CAN LAST FOR 5 YEARS?? ANY INFO WOULD BE HELPFUL, OR ANY REFERRAL TO SOMEONE TO ASK WOULD ALSO HELP! HAVE A FUN HOLIDAY � |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by grandy09: 6:40am On Dec 26, 2018 |
Why is anyone not helping out ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() grandy09: |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by anikemoses(m): 7:40am On Dec 26, 2018 |
chuksproxy:DL is usually based on the validity of your I-20(study duration) however,states like Washington states(confirmed),Colorado(unconfirmed) issues 5-6years DL as long as the applicant meets the residency requirements. 2 Likes |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by anikemoses(m): 7:42am On Dec 26, 2018 |
chuksproxy:DL is usually based on the validity of your I-20(study duration) however,states like Washington states(confirmed),Colorado(unconfirmed) issues 5-6years DL as long as the applicant meets the residency requirements. 1 Like |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Dopekidd(m): 10:30am On Dec 26, 2018 |
Hello guys, please who knows the current available dates for interview, I just received my i20 for spring admission. Classes start January 22 |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by nelronaldo(m): 10:34am On Dec 26, 2018 |
Please house help me scrutinize my proposed transcript. VO: What do you know about Denton? Me: Denton is a City in Denton County, Texas. It has a population of 128,421 people, with a median age of 29 years. It consists majorly of whites, Hispanic and blacks. It is popularly regarded as a college city and hosts both the University of North Texas and Texas Woman's University. It is also known for its music and art VO: Why don't you want to study this course in your country? Me: The health informatics program is quite young in Nigeria and just a handful of universities offer the course at the moment. Studying in the US will provide more quality education through research and practical knowledge as much as possible, so it is quite an obvious choice for me. |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Sheq: 12:07pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
nelronaldo:please try to reread old transcripts.... i am not trying to be a bad belle o.. they will mostly ask why usa...instead of denton, plus you should talk about weaknesses you find in the universities offering the course,instead of saying you want to study abroad because the universities offering the course are few in nigeria..... cos does it being few mean the lecturers are substandard and lack knowledge? .... it may not work... |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by lalavita: 12:40pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
Hello All, I’m a longtime follower of this thread and I feel compelled to share this. It’s apparent that there has been a policy shift in the US regarding issuing of student and other non-immigrant visas. This isn’t the first time it’s happening and it won’t be the last. I look back to ten years ago and I remember even people with Ivy League admissions being refused on their first try at getting a student visa from Nigeria to the US. Check out this thread - https://gmatclub.com/forum/f-1-visa-denied-good-ending-31273.html If you compare this Nairaland US Student thread to the same thread this time last year, it’s like night and day. Something is definitely going on. I was so disheartened when I read about the student with full funding plus monthly stipends posted last week over a tiny deficit in funds. So what do we do now? Here are some tips; For Current Students I know students monitor this thread, so I’ll start with them. If you are still in school, focus on your studies, aim for a 2.1 or first class as this opens up now international graduate study opportunities in the US and beyond. Build productive formal relationships with your faculty so you have strong future recommenders. Choose at least 1 extracurricular activity and excel at it. It could be student government, it could be debating, it could be working with a charity organisation. Internships and work placements related to your course of study. All these will make you a super candidate with access to more scholarships and higher ranked schools. In addition, many people don’t know it’s easier to build your travel history as a student. From your second year, you can ask all these uncles and aunties to start inviting you for holidays. Embassies are pretty open to REAL students going on holiday. Also if you are in a debating or computing team for example, there may be international competitions you attend as a team. For Graduates - Current and Intending Applicants Start Early: Because of the relaxed visa policy over the past few years - thank you President Obama, many have gotten away with last minute applications, admissions and visa issuance. Unfortunately, things have changed. Apply months in advance. This will help you avoid the ‘brain touch’ going on right now. I see people with December appointment dates being rescheduled for January with no consideration for the resumption dates. Getting your admission early also gives you an opportunity to go for a second or even third visa interview if your first attempt is denied. Do all you can do: Some people will come here and say they didn’t do GRE, they applied at the last minute, yet they got full funding and visa on the first try. While those people are blessed, remember, they are the exception, not the rule. Be thorough, do your GRE or GMAT and excel. If TOEFL is needed, do it, if you can apply for a waiver, apply on time for one. Research your programme well, communicate with faculty, write a compelling and authentic personal statement or essays. Know and understand clearly WHY you are going for this course. Your Visa Form: Some people don’t even need to go for the visa interview because it’s a NO from the form (joke o but seriously...). Fill your visa form yourself, read it over and over and over again before submitting. Be honest and be confident about the content. Interview Prep: This is pretty much one of the best things about this thread. Read successful transcripts but don’t go and repeat what you heard. Be confident and prepared to have a conversation with the VO. We all know the questions they ask at this point. Answer honestly and confidently. Remember no one word answers. Create an engaging conversation. Honesty and Ethics: Whether we like it or not, bad eggs are part of the reason for this present visa denial trend. From fake bank statements to all sorts of tricks. For your sake and for the sake of our fellow intending students, don’t do anything dodgy and also be wise. We have seen cases of ‘uncles’ giving people fake statements on this thread. GTBank has this function where statements can be sent directly to the embassy, if your sponsor uses their bank, you can suggest that in addition to giving you the printed statement. I’ve heard this makes admin processing smoother. Pray: So many testimonies. It’s needed. For the Discouraged This is for those who have been refused several times and are discouraged. Hug for you. All will be well. If you are a really committed to graduate study, don’t give up. While the US has such a rich mix of universities offering almost every course you can dream of, plus juicy funding options, it is not the only option. Try Another Country: UK, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Switzerland, Netherlands etc.. All have funded options available. Is it harder to get than the USA, you may say so. Is it impossible? Nope. Commonwealth scholarships Gates scholarship Chevening Scholarship etc There are many more. Google is your friend. There are also specialist sites that offer this info. For example, https://scholarshipsandaid.org Build Your Professional Profile: You can also consider professional fellowships and competitions to boost your profile and even travel history. You can find on https://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com Plug Any Gaps: If the USA is still your ultimate, what were the gaps in your last application. Work towards filling them. For example, if you wanted to use your Masters to change your career path, how about getting a job in that area so when you want to try again, this proves you are committed to the career. If your issue was inadequate funds, work on getting a funded offer or formal scholarship. Wishing you all the best. 30 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by ValTradeCrypto(m): 1:34pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
does anyone know whats wrong with the official site for sevis the payment section has been down https://www.fmjfee.com/i901fee/index.html went to the embassy without paying sevis fee, i stylishly ran out to avoid the interview i would be using it for another time, also classes starts on the 7th Jan and i have to report to my university on 4th Jan currently i have all documents and i have paid for everything but i dont have my sevis the next date happens to be on 3rd of Jan do i defer my admission or go ahead and request to expedite the process |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by LordSir1: 5:09pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
Good day, I would really appreciate any assistance/guidance. I have a background in EE engineering and intend pursuing an ms industrial engineering.(Summer/fall intake) I currently haven’t taken GRE (I have just IELTS), can GRE be waived or there schs that do not require it. However, I plan on taking GRE by the first week of February. Please, which schools would you recommend in Texas (considering cost and post study employment). I’m still reading through the thread but it’s quite overwhelming given the short time I have to get things sorted out. Please I would appreciate your help. Thanks |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by lextube: 5:23pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
Good day all and the gurus in the house. Let me first of all start by wishing everybody a Merry Christmas. Please I am compiling my transcript for my interview that will be on the 7th of January next year. There's a particular anticipatory question that the V.O may |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Dopekidd(m): 5:35pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
Anyone?? Who knows current available dates, just got my i20 and classes start January 22 1 Like |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by lextube: 5:42pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
Good day all and the gurus in the house. Let me first of all start by wishing everybody a Merry Christmas. Please I am compiling my transcript for my interview that will be on the 7th of January next year. There's a particular anticipatory question I just answered from two perspective, I will like the gurus to help me judge which is better to use on the day of the interview. Alright here it goes: V.O: Why did you choose MSIN (Masters in Information Systems) ? Ans: I chose MSIN because that's what I have been doing since 2015. Although I work as a Network Administrator in my place of work, my job has exposed me to the side of web and application development. Since last year, I have started tutoring myself in some of the concept of web and application development such as Object Oriented Programming, Data Structures and Algorithms, Test Driven Development, and how is beneficial to programming along with some programming languages like HTML/CSS and JavaScript. This effort I have made has made me realize that I love programming, and this what I want to do, and why I chose MSIN so that I can improve my skills in it, and launch my career as a Web and Application Programmer. Touro College offered exactly just that through their MSIN program which is also designed for students who have no background in Computer Science with their three prerequisite courses which are Computer Concept, Web programming I and II, and. Database Concept and Design. Taking these courses will give me the necessary qualifications to proceed with the program and acquire the skills I need excel in my chosen career path. Please help me compare with this. V.O: I have been a Web developer since 2015, and I am seeking to improve my skills and become an expert in back-end web and application development, so I searched specifically for courses that could afford me the knowledge and skills I need to improve in my field and chosen path so that I can achieve my goal of excelling in my career, likewise improving Nigeria's economy through technology. Touro College offered exactly that through the MSIN program with courses such as web and application development, advanced web and application development, website engineering, Database Management and Administration, along with some elective courses which I shall complete in two years. Please gurus, help me choose which is better. Thank you very much. |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by fairheart(m): 6:05pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
Use the feedback option on the page where you schedule your appointment. The embassy is directly responsible for every query you send from there. Kirusky4life: |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by akpumping30(m): 6:32pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
Good day house , plz what can I do .... My Visa interview is five days to my school ( SMSU ) resumption date , which the orientation date is the date of my interview day , I mail the school and I was told they can't issue me extension letter and also I must be in the orientation seminar ........ what can I do ? can someone plz answer me ... Abeg |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Kirusky4life(f): 7:21pm On Dec 26, 2018 |
fairheart:I saw that option o. But am sceptical about contacting them especially since it was stated that no AP case should contact them b4 60 days after interview. Don't you think it may be a breach of their rules and instructions. |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Solonzo17(m): 9:06am On Dec 27, 2018 |
Solonzo17:am still open to this help edakun |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by thowbygee: 10:11am On Dec 27, 2018 |
Macaulay10: Please how do i also be part of this testimony? i also want to study in the USA |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Markwell: 10:32am On Dec 27, 2018 |
Check my Signature. I can help you pay for your application fee and WES evaluation fee @affordable rate. |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by CuteRedd(f): 10:41am On Dec 27, 2018 |
Solonzo17:@ponpon is 45k I think 1 Like |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Superbrain(m): 11:41am On Dec 27, 2018 |
ValTradeCrypto: There was a scheduled outage which has now been extended. Hopefully it is back up before end of day 27th December. I would expect DHS to communicate officially to the Embassies if SEVIS payments cannot be made by end of day 27th due to the implication this has on student visa interviews. |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by fairheart(m): 1:36pm On Dec 27, 2018 |
When is your school resuming or when are you expected to be on campus? Kirusky4life: |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by fairheart(m): 1:46pm On Dec 27, 2018 |
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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by fairheart(m): 1:46pm On Dec 27, 2018 |
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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by fairheart(m): 1:46pm On Dec 27, 2018 |
You also want to study in the USA because you see others going there or because this is a dream and a personal decision? This is not something you should choose because others choose this path. It is a decision you must sit down and think thoroughly about before you start the journey. If you choose this path, you may never be the same again. If it is your dream, then I advice you to compile your profile. Age Academic level and qualification Program you'd like to study Can you afford it? Can you/will you write the tests? When would you like to start? Are you ready to start and see this to the end? You may want to answer these questions--for yourself. If you need help, read this thread; if you need additional help, PM me or ask someone here. Goodluck thowbygee: 1 Like |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Kirusky4life(f): 2:23pm On Dec 27, 2018 |
fairheart:Orientation is on 10th January, and am meant to be present for it. classes starts 14th January |
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by sillysassysally(f): 2:58pm On Dec 27, 2018 |
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