akintola213:
We were 4 that went to the embassy last week,Abuja,none of us got the visa.. Abuja is crazy for now

Do you all have full ride scholarships or full GA?

Please share your interview transcript?

Koats14:
Denied Visa Transcript
Location: Lagos Consulate
Date/Time: January 2nd, 2020. 6.45AM

V. O: Good morning. Pass me your i20 and sevis receipt.

Me: Good morning (passes them)

V. O: why are you going to the US?

Me: I am going for my masters in Organisational communication in Bowie State University, Maryland, USA.

V. O: Why Bowie State University?

Me: I chose Bowie state university because it offers each individual student more interaction time with their instructor. Also, my coordinator, Dr. XXXXX area of research aligns with mine as he focuses on how communications affects certain race, gender and communities. I also searched usnews,com and mastersincommunications,com and there, Bowie state university has ratings of 4 out of 5 reviews.

V. O: Why Organisational communication?

Me: I'm very passionate about leadership and interacting with people. This program will enable me acquire skills on groups and organizational communications, issues and crisis management, mediation, conflict management and effective communication. This will enable me work as a human resource personnel in one of the top organizations in Nigeria and also help me be a voice for young women and orphans who have experienced some level of life's difficulties in my home country, Nigeria.

V. O: okay... What school did you get your bachelor's degree from?

Me: University of Ilorin, Nigeria.

V. O: what course did you study?

Me: History and International Studies.

V. O: okay... (starts typing)
(on my I20, it was there that my tuition & fees/expenses will be paid by my family in Maryland, USA) The V. O saw it and asked... Uhm. Family in Maryland, who is this family in Maryland?

Me: My uncle's family.

V.O: Uncle from where?

Me: my maternal uncle, he is my mother's younger brother.

V. O: *types continuously* Where does he live?

Me: I said the address

V. O: continues typing even while I mentioned the address, and then after typing, he brought out the pink slip and was like... Sorry, you are not eligible now. Try again later.


What could have gone wrong? On my I20, there is a Total funding of $23k (out of which tuition & fees, $11.8k) which will be paid for by my uncle. I wasn't even asked to present any document (SOA, sponsorship letter or the likes).

PS: Not mine, but for someone I helped prepare for the interview. cc Twoods, Lagosismyhome

"My Family in Maryland" that sounds premeditated intent to emigrate

fairheart:
The rules still apply. Every student still have a chance, even after 2-7 denials. I keep saying it: I know more than 4 students who got their visas after 4 denials respectively (the 5th time). Why so many denials if they were to be granted eventually? I have no idea. I also know several students who got it first appearance. I once tried to look at the determining factors between these two groups, and I can't find much. The first-time student appear calm, confident, and did not have occupied fear of denials, no travel experience either. One of them is a close friend. Victor is a simple guy; he doesn't worry or carry things for head. He is a good example of calmness. On his interview day, he behaved as though he is unaware that US embassy denials a lot. He took himself there and got it. (of course, there are other factors).

I have learned that we can't achieve much in this life if we are not confident and calm in our pursuit. So, I want to encourage prospective students. Learn these qualities as you prepare for your interview and in other areas of your endeavours: confidence, ability to be calm under pressure (this doesn't come easily except it's in your gene to take things lightly. For me, it is difficult experiences that taught me calmness, and I am still learning).
Please don't picture yourself in another student's scenario. Someone has been denied, but it is not you. Have faith and keep calm.
You need to find it within yourself to believe that your case is different. And even when you're denied, keep believing.

You want to leave Nigeria and never have anything to do with this country again? You don't like it here, and you want to go as fast as you can? Well, change that perspective. No carry America education for head. It will happen, but let it not be do or die, or else, you will put yourself under unnecessary pressure and it will not help.

I am just looking for avenue to encourage you guys.

Kindly help with your what'sapp number if you don't mind

hello house I want to do Wes evaluation, How much does it cost, how long does it take, which one is the fastest, How do I go about it.

hello house who have applied to North Carolina agricultural and technical state university NCAT do they ask for Wes evaluation

Gracilicutes:
hello house who have applied to North Carolina agricultural and technical state university NCAT do they ask for Wes evaluation

You would find the answer to your question on the school graduate website page. check their requirements.

Pefuele:


Try to do GRE and TOEFL and you may do a WES(World Evaluation Services) evaluation of your under-graduate Transcripsts. WES will evaluate your GPA to the US standard which is a 4.0 scale.

please man I would like to go through Wes how do I go about it

Gracilicutes:
hello house I want to do Wes evaluation, How much does it cost, how long does it take, which one is the fastest, How do I go about it.

It depends on your school here. if it is the type of school that delays transcript unnecessarily, I'm sorry, your evaluation might take up to three to five months.

My evaluation took a little over two months.

brashear:

It depends on your school here. if it is the type of school that delays transcript unnecessarily, I'm sorry, your evaluation might take up to three to five months.

My evaluation took a little over two months.

don't understand is it not me that would send my transcript to them for evaluation

Gracilicutes:
please man I would like to go through Wes how do I go about it

Check the World Evaluation Services website to make enquiries. You can call or mail them. Calling is faster though. You will see the contact details on their website.

Gracilicutes:
don't understand is it not me that would send my transcript to them for evaluation

its not you. Your school has to send an official transcript to WES.

brashear:


its not you. Your school has to send an official transcript to WES.

hmmm dat a whole lot of stress, do you no about ECE evaluation

Gracilicutes:
hmmm dat a whole lot of stress, do you no about ECE evaluation

No I don't

brashear:

It depends on your school here. if it is the type of school that delays transcript unnecessarily, I'm sorry, your evaluation might take up to three to five months.

My evaluation took a little over two months.

What about the institution verification?

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sirhamilton:



I stand corrected but i think per a law passed in July 2018 , transferring to a school different from what's stated on your i-20 puts you out of status

Send me a link to confirm this.

akintola213:
We were 4 that went to the embassy last week,Abuja,none of us got the visa.. Abuja is crazy for now

Not just Abuja.... Lagos is not smiling too, I witnessed 4 f1 students denials mine was d 5th in d 3rd of January. Twas all abt couples, expedites nd partially business Visa approvals. All is well nonetheless.

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Yes i noticed too....it is well o

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Geojnr:
I was at the embassy today in abuja consulate..I must admit the rate of F1 visa denial is very high..

I was there too. Was denied too. Interview less than 2 minutes.

akinbo3:
Experts,
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I don't want to use agent.
Can I book it online myself?

For example I wish to book Emirates flight.
Can I just visit the website and book it or Is agent assistance necessary needed

I don't think you need the help of any agent. Use https://www.cheapfareguru.com/
Apply filters to get cheaper deals okay?
Bon voyage

Gracilicutes:
hello house I want to do Wes evaluation, How much does it cost, how long does it take, which one is the fastest, How do I go about it.

From personal little research, WES evaluation is still the best. In terms of final cgpa evaluation grade, it’s mostly higher than when you use other evaluation services. Thou, it takes time than others. If you’re very luck within 2months. I was unlucky during mine, mine took 6mnths.

Fee: $212 (#77k approx) as at June 24 when I paid for me. You’re to use your Bank Card to pay that to WES. The other fees you would be spending will be to send your transcript(s) and certificate(s) from your school to Wes.

PS: The earlier the better. Start on time if you’re to evaluate with WES.

Shalom!!

Moshkom:


From personal little research, WES evaluation is still the best. In terms of final cgpa evaluation grade, it’s mostly higher than when you use other evaluation services. Thou, it takes time than others. If you’re very luck within 2months. I was unlucky during mine, mine took 6mnths.

Fee: $212 (#77k approx) as at June 24 when I paid for me. You’re to use your Bank Card to pay that to WES. The other fees you would be spending will be to send your transcript(s) and certificate(s) from your school to Wes.

PS: The earlier the better. Start on time if you’re to evaluate with WES.

Shalom!!

How long does WES take to evaluate after recieving verification?

4-8 days

NwanyiOkpa:



How long does WES take to evaluate after recieving verification?

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Delaztyx:
Hello everyone, please I need your opinion on my proposed transcript.
Deficit on I-20 form is $5k
Full Grad Assistanship with stipend
Personal funding $5.5k
Uncles SOA $41k


Me: Good morning 
VO: Good morning, pass me your i20, passport and Sevis reciept.
Me: pass them
VO: why are you going to the US?
Me: I'm going for my masters degree in community Health and preventative medicine at the Minnesota state university,Mankato.
VO: Did u apply to other schools?
Me: I applied to two others: Tuskegee Uni, Alabama, Ohio state Uni, Columbus.
VO: How did you learn about MNSU?
Me: I carried out a personal research about MNSU after I heard about the school at an Educational fair held in Lagos and their entry requirements matched my profile.
VO: what will this course do for you?
Me: A masters degree in comm health from a recognised institution like MNSU in the US will increase my chance of clinching a Head position in the public health department of my organisation in Nigeria.Also, having being equipped with an indept knowledge in public health and with recent epidemiological tools/methodology, I will be able to work with Govt health institutions and NGO'S in providing comprehensive Health care Services to reduce the health burden in endemic and endemic-prone e.g (IDPs) communities in Nigeria.
VO: why MNSU?
Me: Asides the fact that I have full Graduate assistanship with tuition waiver and Stipend,the comm health program of the MNSU has a comprehensive curriculum, and with a concentration in epidemiology which focuses on solving critical disease related challenges, analysis of trends in population health, design and implementation of studies, and interpretation of results for Health policy and program development.
VO: what's your study plan?
Me:It is a 34 credit course work, and will be taking courses in Epidemiology, Biostatistics Health care planning and Evaluation..etc and a minimum of 2.5/4.0 is required for my graduation.
VO: what are your plans after graduation?
Me: I plan to come back to Nigeria and use the knowledge and experience garnered in MNSU to advance in my health career and through my organisation contribute my quota in improving the health sector in Nigeria by working with the federal or state ministries of Health,UNICEF and other NGOs.
VO: Did u write any standardized tests?
ME: Yes, TOEFL
VO: Score
ME:84
VO:when did you graduate?
ME:2016
VO:what have you been doing?
ME:I did a one year compulsory internship @XYZ hospital and afterwards did my one year compulsory NYSC afterwards started working at xyz Hospital till present.
VO: Are u married?
ME: No, I am single.
VO: who is sponsoring you ?
ME: My uncle, and I also have my personal savings to cater for the deficit.
VO:What does he do?
Me: He is the CEO of XYZ plastic Industry.

Thank you.
It's a bit lengthy and I'll appreciate your opinions on ways to make it better.

hello please I would like to apply to the same school an the same course​, please can you guide me through, I don't mind having ur contact for eazy communication

sirhamilton:


https://oiss.yale.edu/immigration/f-1-students/maintaining-legal-status/unlawful-presence-policy-for-f-1-students

https://redbus2us.com/f1-visa-unlawful-presence-memo-2018-by-uscis-summary-impact/

https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/USCIS/Laws/Memoranda/2018/2018-08-09-PM-602-1060.1-Accrual-of-Unlawful-Presence-and-F-J-and-M-Nonimmigrants.pdf


KNOCK YOURSELF OUT

Nothing in this write up states you cannot change school

Instead the first link has a link that talks about transfer meaning it is still allowed

https://oiss.yale.edu/immigration/f-1-students/transferring-to-and-from-yale

LagosismyHome:


Nothing in this write up states you cannot change school

Instead the first link has a link that talks about transfer meaning it is still allowed

https://oiss.yale.edu/immigration/f-1-students/transferring-to-and-from-yale

I am sorry i almost misinformed the thread. Thanks for pointing this out

Milkshakes01:
4-8 days

Choi.

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NwanyiOkpa:



How long does WES take to evaluate after recieving verification?

1-2 weeks

sirhamilton:


I am sorry i almost misinformed the thread. Thanks for pointing this out

Thank you for owing up to your previus wrong info. Thanks for sharing the link.

And many thanks to madam @lagosismyhome for comments.

Gracilicutes:
hello please I would like to apply to the same school an the same course​, please can you guide me through, I don't mind having ur contact for eazy communication

Hello I’m also applying to Mankato, can we share ideas if you don’t mind ?