SireHamlet:

BJ, how much will it cost me in total to apply for a first degree in the science field in any state in the USA (school fees, house rent and visa processing fees inclusive)

Check the USA student thread. it varies

omoluabiguy:
Good thread and nice guesture! Blowjobs I wish you all the very best, but for others wishing to come here by all means, I know naija is hard and all that, but atleast try to come in with a student visa route if you really want to have a soft landing and enjoy your American dream! Tuition can be waived if you got in with teaching or graduate assistantship or scholarship of some kinds. American schools do grant assistantship to good students. Coming in with b1/b2 for a hustler is really harsh. You can’t even open a bank account or get credit cards, drivers license/SSN card/StateID, car loans and all sort of things which are accessible to student visa holders. Secondly, you can only do what we call “under the table” jobs to pay your bills. Don’t expect anyone to accommodate you for free. Nah, that don’t happen here. Blowjobs is just one out of million kind of lucky. I have been here as a student for a while and seeing how Nigerians with b1/b2 struggle to survive is not fun. Whatever anyone tells you is all sugarcoating. You will STRUGGLE for real! The class of visa you came in through will determine your standing.
#Omoluabi

Sir, i have said it several times on this thread. However, you know our Naija people. So, make we still advise them.

Moreover, e go hard true true. I still believe how hard it is cannot be compared to how hard naija be

olamilarks:
Uncle Blowjobs, I hope I am not too late:
I'd like to give testimony too baba. My etisalat number 09082711043. Thanks in advance, my regards to lady k.

. you're late bro.. Some other time

FuckYaAll:


@BJ
I re-read your thread and this image got my attention.
what can $5 buy let's say at Walmart I.e foodstuff.
why am asking is, as at today N5 can't buy one even a cube of seasoning e.g Maggi

thanks

Next time i go to walmart, i go show most foods under 5$. it can get you few things. Na big money be 5$. if you give kids here 5$, you sef go see the reaction for their face. Dem go thank you special.

lionlee216:


Case 1.. I have a friend named Mr A. Mr A inturn has a friend named Mr B but i havent heard of Mr B before. So I met Mr B when I was in Nigeria planning to come here last year..

Mr A told me on phone that Mr B is working in one country in the middle east and after the whole deduction of bills, he is only left with 50k savings for a whole month after spending 13hrs at work. He said he would love me to put him through some usa visa application process which I did. He left the middle east and came back to Nigeria

I left Nigeria and Mr B was always in contact with me staying very humble to the extent he can even travel to abuja from lagos IF i say i need a cup of water in abuja lol..

Skipping all stories, He got Visa and came to the state. My friend said Mr B should stay with me pending the time he will get him and i have friends(students) living in the same apartment with me. I agreed! I used my card to pay for his NYC Airporter, paid for his bus to my place, bought sim card for him so that he can have access to sim card immediately he arrives and he got to my place and introduced him to my flatmates.I didnt collect any house rent from him, money for bills nothing since he will be with me for the main time.

Sincerely, Up to now, this guy is very nice to me but then an opportunity came and i quickly fixed him up. His work is very similar to that of OP and he gets paid regularly. when he started getting dollars and saw the difference btw US and where he worked in Middle east, Pride started coming in.

Summary, he misbehaved to all the other guys in the house, always bullshitting them saying all sort of things. FYI, I already moved out of the house and the guys always call me saying they regretted allowing him into the house.

Case 2. I and my friends were just flexing on a sunday evening when a call came through from Nigeria saying there is this guy stranded in New York that needs a place to stay and he has been wandering the streets for two weeks. my response was "let him go back home since he has nothing to do here" and ended the call. so another call came in to my friend's phone and it was the guy's mom crying on phone that he is their only hope blah blah that he cant afford to come back home. I talked to others once again to let us at least accommodate this guy since he is homeless, my friend kicked against it and we even almost fought. i stood for the guy that i will be responsible for anything he do in the house. so we paid for his bus ticket and came in. He was also humble saying "sir sir sir etc" but then after fixing him up, he started showing his true colour too..

So I planned for my wedding and told everybody that "gas and hotel" for each person should be arround $90 each which they all agree but the guy was reluctant which i noticed and i told him nicely that the wedding is just 3hrs and it is not compulsory he comes if it is not convenient. so one of my friend told him it will be unfair if he didnt go which he agreed to come.

on the wedding day, he was teased by others that the gate fee will be $25 for each person and he said and I quote " What kind of rubbish is this?I dont spend my money anyhow and He didnt tell me i will pay any fee when i get there infact I regret going/coming to this wedding ". That was his exact word.

When they arrived, they saw a African restaurant and decided to go in there to eat. A plate was sold for $10 and he refused to it saying $10 is too much for African food. during the wedding, when it was time for refreshment, he served himself and believe me, he put the largest food on his plate and ate it all. I told my wife about the development and weeks after my wife visited her friend and during their conversation, her friend said "there was this guy that served himself a lot of food that 3 people could have eaten" my wife was shocked and smiled saying she didnt notice anything.

In short after the whole wedding party, I told him infront of others that I heard what he said about me and I wasn't offended, its just that one good turn deserves another. He didn't say anything or apologized that night. It was one of the guys that told him when they were about to sleep that I was the one that recommended him and guaranteed his stay in the house. It was then he realized he needed to apologize. Had it been he was told nothing, he wouldnt have said anyting.

Other Cases : Is it the guy that was so humbled when he got here and later crossed to Canada to do asylum after helping him financially and "bullshit" all of us all.. there are soooooooooooooo many stories to tell but then All is well.

With all I have seen, I have just decided to keep to myself and stay away from Nigerians, I will assume all are the same until proven otherwise(I am sorry to say that).

CC BlowJobs

honestly, a lot of times. Naija people dey fall hand. Once they think there is nothing useful you can do for them, their true color go come out

BlowJobs:


. you're late bro.. Some other time

Okay, hope you rested well? Thanks, Pls what chance do I have of getting an applying for a university with a waec that has D7 in maths and chemistry?

omoluabiguy:


You are right on your post, but the bolded one, it depends on the categories of Nigerians you are hanging with. There are lots of Nigerians actually living big and fine here. If you have met graduate students on scholarship who are getting paid while schooling and the ones that graduated and working and maybe the Nigerians that are citizens and finished school Mostly in medicine and IT fields. They are earning big. Apart from those categories, you are right especially if they came in thru b1/b2, the struggle will be tough. You can’t even rent a house on your name. You’ll have to start watching your back the moment your visa expires. We see it here all the time

#omoluabi

Bossman:
This is very true. There are tons of Nigerians working professionally here and doing well. As an IT person that works downtown Chicago, you'll be surprised how many Nigerians (Africans in general, but mostly Naija) I run into downtown or on the train during my commute downtown...all working professionally.

lionlee216:
Some people's American Dream is to work menial Job and be making small money BUT my own american dream is "get good education in US and get good paying jobs and work professionally like Bossman

A good advice from Goldenboy007. I once spoke to him on phone and he is a very nice man and took his time to explain stuffs to me, wherever you are, God Bless you. I am taking all your advice to heart

Guys, listen to the seniors here. Don't settle for Menial jobs. Menial jobs are what you do to get on your feet. Once everything "clicked" for you, try and get your professionalism on track. A lot of Naija people dey do well for themselves here, don't be left behind.
Yes, working menial jobs will put money in your pocket and few savings but how many years can your body take working crazy hours?. If i work the hours i'm working now when i have kids, it means i won't even see my kids at all.

Living in America don't automatically mean you're rich, don't let the exchange rate fool you (Maybe in Naija standard, you get moni). Lets face the fact, a lot of us in Life won't be rich

However, America (and other western Nations) gives us the benefits of living comfortably and seeing the result of our hard works. A lot of Nigerians wants to be comfortable and worry-free: good road and schools, electricity, water, good hospitals, job security, nice car, a house, raise a family. All these things are not easily attainable in Naija. I do believe they form the basis of why Nigerians migrate in doves.

So if you're thinking you wanna migrate so you can be rich. Sorry to burst your bubble, you probably will not be rich. but your standard of living will improve drastically.

Keep in mind being "rich" is relative. 2000$ to some is "chicken change" while the same amount to some people is "jackpot"

olatuneji:


Bro I must be earnest with u.this thread has touch me immensely. from my very early childhood days I have always been desperate about travelling out but the militating factor waying me down is money thereby putting cessation to my abroad dream.this ur nice thread has taught me money is not everything,getting quality information shld be the deal.I salute your hustling spirit .I am an hustler as well.I am in a quagmire suitation right now but with this information u are freely passing across has seriously rekindle my band dream.I am in my late 20's.finish service 4yrs ago till now no job.bro country Nigeria I'd frustrating .
Mouth Gig I have been meticulously paying attention to every information u are providing.I have reach a concludion .I have decided to follow ur footstep.
Now I want to take you on key point u raised and I require candid response from u.
1.You said moving yo Caribbean us easier but expensive .they ain't cheap to visit.are u referring to fight fees,cost of feeding over there and accommodation .pls expansiate.
2.if I have someone over there to accommodate me .what does this signifies.any advantage .
3.I want to travel on studying parole(package) and I prefer full funded programs (MPhil).what must I do to qualify for this.on the other side,if am to pay tuition fees must I pay in full before getting student permit.also how would u access cost of tuition fees over there.I would like to go for nursing program or any science courses.is it cheap or costly.
4.one of the doc u tender before getting ur visa u said is d printout of ur uncle bank account .do u mean statement of bank account also what is the minimum amount one shld ave in his account.
5.someone travelling from Nigeria to any carribean country.like how much one shld budget for plane fare.did u took direct flight when travelling.
6.bro my proposed travelling to a Caribbean country is simply because of work and I don't want to deceive myself getting a job there .is not easy to come by just as u earlier stated .I am already learning barbing job but if I happen to be ur brother what skill would u advice me to learn before coming.

I would be glad if u do justice to my questions.

Hmmm, i have to sit down and rely to this one. i am "on the go" right now. on break at my 2nd job. if i get home early, i go edit this. Else, na weekend i go see time reply.

Good questions tho.

olamilarks:
Okay, hope you rested well? Thanks, Pls what chance do I have of getting an applying for a university with a waec that has D7 in maths and chemistry?

Maths and Chemistry are core science subjects. if you are core sciences, you'll need at least credits in those two. I will encourage you to take the exam again. give it your best. you'll definitely smile at the end of it all. All the best brother.

BlowJobs:


Maths and Chemistry are core science subjects. if you are core sciences, you'll need at least credits in those two. I will encourage you to take the exam again. give it your best. you'll definitely smile at the end of it all. All the best brother.

Thanks again. Currently running HND but I got admitted with two sittings, will factor in taking classes for a fresh waec. Just wanted to know what my chances are! Your thread is a huge motivator for me baba, hope to emigrate from Nigeria soon!

BlowJobs:


Maths and Chemistry are core science subjects. if you are core sciences, you'll need at least credits in those two. I will encourage you to take the exam again. give it your best. you'll definitely smile at the end of it all. All the best brother.

Bratha man, see Ehn, I'm an only son.
The hopes of everyone are on my shoulders.
I'm a prospective optometrist, will grad next year, no lower than third in my class.
I look forward to emigrating within 3-4 years to the us or a nice Caribbean island.
Prospects for me?

@ BlowJobs
Hey bro, I was wondering if you have any insight or cases where a medical student with the j1 status under the 2 year home requirement was able to remove the waiver through marriage to a US citizen?
What does it involve? Is it doable? Is it even worth considering? I really need your advise please

Please tell me more about J1 visa..

What are the requirements for J1 Visa

Can a student studying in Europe get a J1 visa and under what conditions

Or better still, kindly narrate how you got your J1 visa from carribean.

Thanks

6packdude:
@ BlowJobs
Hey bro, I was wondering if you have any insight or cases where a medical student with the j1 status under the 2 year home requirement was able to remove the waiver through marriage to a US citizen?
What does it involve? Is it doable? Is it even worth considering? I really need your advise please

Marriage to a USC does not removr the waiver. You still hsve to apply. The two tricks are

1) if yiu did not receive funding form US govt or any US organizations, Nigerian govt or organizations
2) Apply for waiver early, like ASAP.
3) Make sure Nigerian embassy sends the No objection letter ASAP.

BlowJobs:


Bros, una no need this thing as una no gree confirm your number.
Confirm make i send am sharp sharp.

The number is correct thanks in advance

Solitin40:

Blowjobs so sorry for the late reply I was ban by the anti spam bot when I drop my phone number anyway this is the number ‭090three7threefive02sixsix Mtn Thanks

You can send it I confirm it thanks in advance

Still drooling over these my office is just 2 blocks away from Dominos but can't get myself to go sit there and eat pizza don't know why Nice one though. Hope Lady K nor go vexing say you nor buy her own?

BlowJobs:
.

BlowJobs:


Next time i go to walmart, i go show most foods under 5$. it can get you few things. Na big money be 5$. if you give kids here 5$, you sef go see the reaction for their face. Dem go thank you special.

LoL!!
sure na even here 2k no be beans.
would look foward to the pics

Gracias.

i know your question was not directed at me but you might want to check this out - https://j1visa.state.gov/participants/how-to-apply/sponsor-search/-

lionlee216:
Please tell me more about J1 visa..

What are the requirements for J1 Visa

Can a student studying in Europe get a J1 visa and under what conditions

Or better still, kindly narrate how you got your J1 visa from carribean.

Thanks

BlowJobs:




No worry, your body sef go join soon.. Keep the dream and hope alive. Na so me sef dey dream some years back

Thanks for the inspiration/ encouragement

omoluabiguy:


With good waec result, you should write SAT/TOEFL exams which are not that difficult compared to GRE (for masters/phd applicants). If you do good with SAT, you have 95% of getting a full ride scholarship. The only budget you would need is flight ticket and the money to travel with. SAT shouldn’t be that cost about 60k naira or so.

#omoluabi

I'm planning on coming in by Fall 2019.. Undergraduate degree.
Engineering. Can u give me some schools where I can get full ride?

Bossman:
This is very true. There are tons of Nigerians working professionally here and doing well. As an IT person that works downtown Chicago, you'll be surprised how many Nigerians (Africans in general, but mostly Naija) I run into downtown or on the train during my commute downtown...all working professionally.

Oga Bossman .. I hail oooo
Biko how did u come in to the US??
How did u eventually get into the IT world??
What courses(majors) can one take to land jobs in the IT world in the US of A

MsNgo40:


My brother.....do u know how shocked I was to see your mention??
My eyes "bugged" out of my head like that cute pic of the alien looking baby that u put up asking me if I had any business being in the Op's business....remember?
Or maybe the 2nd pic with the goalie holding his hands up....but i couldn't translate the slogan...lol.
You're the picture boy I see....
Hmmm....I salute u (though) for being courageous enough to ask me and therefore will allow you to send me a "pm".
Remember my "signature"...

How did u manage to translate the pic.
"Aproko, Wetin be your own"

I can see you're taking your pidgin lessons seriously. Keep it up

BlowJobs:



Hmmm, i have to sit down and rely to this one. i am "on the go" right now. on break at my 2nd job. if i get home early, i go edit this. Else, na weekend i go see time reply.

Good questions tho.

alright bro. No qualm. I wish you and Lady k all the best.....

How body TheManOfTheYear. See my responses below...

1. Came to the US a long time on Student visa. Student visa was easy back then. Na long time ago. Even the Naira had significant value compared to the US $ back then. Parents paid for all 6 years (BS and Masters) of college.
2. I studied computer science/Programming in college.
3. Got a job with a major Bank as a software developer through my school's placement office (during my last semester). Joined the company as soon as I finished. The company was in a different state, so they paid for flying me in for in-office interview, relocation, etc.
4. IT itself is a very broad word. It encompasses software development, Database Management, Networking, etc. As mentioned, I studied computer programming. So, I can only give advice about that. Even if you do not go to college for a CS degree. At a minimum you should have a mastery of software development/programming, using one of the common languages such as Java, C, C++, etc.

I want to avoid derailing this thread with technical jargon. So, please PM me if you have any specific questions relating to software development in general. Or you can search the programming forum here.

TheManOfTheYear:
Oga Bossman .. I hail oooo
Biko how did u come in to the US??
How did u eventually get into the IT world??
What courses(majors) can one take to land jobs in the IT world in the US of A

Bossman:
How body TheManOfTheYear. See my responses below...

1. Came to the US a long time on Student visa. Student visa was easy back then. Na long time ago. Even the Naira had significant value compared to the US $ back then. Parents paid for all 6 years (BS and Masters) of college.
2. I studied computer science/Programming in college.
3. Got a job with a major Bank as a software developer through my school's placement office (during my last semester). Joined the company as soon as I finished. The company was in a different state, so they paid for flying me in for in-office interview, relocation, etc.
4. IT itself is a very broad word. It encompasses software development, Database Management, Networking, etc. As mentioned, I studied computer programming. So, I can only give advice about that. Even if you do not go to college for a CS degree. At a minimum you should have a mastery of software development/programming, using one of the common languages such as Java, C, C++, etc.

I want to avoid derailing this thread with technical jargon. So, please PM me if you have any specific questions relating to software development in general. Or you can search the programming forum here.

Thanks for this concise reply.
Now I know which path to follow.
But you mentioned you came in a long time ago, how then do you manage to keep up with the IT trend and development over the years??
Did u take extra courses? Cuz IT was still at its infancy back then.


Oga BJ no vex ooo,I'm not trying to derail. I just wanna clarify this IT prospects. After that no more questions. Thanks

Bossman:
How body TheManOfTheYear. See my responses below...

1. Came to the US a long time on Student visa. Student visa was easy back then. Na long time ago. Even the Naira had significant value compared to the US $ back then. Parents paid for all 6 years (BS and Masters) of college.
2. I studied computer science/Programming in college.
3. Got a job with a major Bank as a software developer through my school's placement office (during my last semester). Joined the company as soon as I finished. The company was in a different state, so they paid for flying me in for in-office interview, relocation, etc.
4. IT itself is a very broad word. It encompasses software development, Database Management, Networking, etc. As mentioned, I studied computer programming. So, I can only give advice about that. Even if you do not go to college for a CS degree. At a minimum you should have a mastery of software development/programming, using one of the common languages such as Java, C, C++, etc.

I want to avoid derailing this thread with technical jargon. So, please PM me if you have any specific questions relating to software development in general. Or you can search the programming forum here.

I'm a business administration bachelor holder.
Can I still change to IT fields for my masters?
What'll you advice me about as a biz administrator?

Fish123:
Baba man must keep pushing ni o,weting person eye don see for travel matter ni be small tin,but God got our back sha

Ope loma end story wa, oga mi

Bossman

respek boss. really enjoy the way you address some issues even on other travel threads.

BlowJobs

nice work bro. wish you the best in your hustles

Amin e po baba mi,igba tiwa na maa de lagbara baba loke

comradespade:




Ope loma end story wa, oga mi

Owols:
i know your question was not directed at me but you might want to check this out - https://j1visa.state.gov/participants/how-to-apply/sponsor-search/-

Thank you so much. God bless