Message the graduate coordinator and chair of the department. They are in dire need of master's students as the last 2 just graduated in December 2022.
Goodluck
chibertha Hope you are good I have a degree in finance and experience in credit, what masters program will you recommend to me at Marshall university with funding as they don’t offer any finance masters program. Thank you
Lithuania the cheapest tuition you can get is €2600 above then the big problems with vfs visa appointments and interviews, i heard you need to travel to egypt or dubai ( which is unlike atm) for estonia visa
The English test for Estonia one has to take as I have spoken English since childhood is very irritating.
To be sincere.... the VO can't know how many school you applied to.. Only you have that information. Even the VO can't know how many schools gave you admission
The only form of knowledge comes from the i20 and that does not shows how many schools a student applied to or got admitted to.
@horlahsunbo225 has answered your question as regards OPT
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, STEM COURSES are for SCIENCE STUDENTS.
Non-STEM courses are for ARTS & MANAGEMENT STUDENT
I would assume your Younger sis is an ART STUDENT, so its normal and appropriate for her to go for a Graduate program (Masters, PHD, GA, TA, RA) in Criminal Justice which is a Non-STEM Course.
She can't go for a STEM course cos she does not have a SCIENCE BACKGROUND
I have seen people with Arts background go for STEM courses especially mathematics and applied mathematics,even computer science. How about that?
Many people here did not necessarily get admitted to various schools... they just said they did to the VO to show their seriousness and eagerness to be in that school. You can do the same.
Bro/Sis frapzkid Wouldn’t these VO’s find out that it’s only one school?
FyiNodrama: Good day everyone! Someone I know recently had his f1 visa refused here at the US embassy in Ghana. I am posting his transcript here for comments on why he might have been refused. Thank you. Please the gurus in the house I need your help.
This was my interaction with the VO Q:What are you going to study Masters in Political Science and Govt @ Ohio University Q: Can I Pls have your I-20? handed it to her
•What did you study at the undergraduate level Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with Study of Religions
•When did you complete school 2015, May 2015
•What have you been working since then
I have worked with Ghana’s leading private media organization, Citi FM/CIti TV for the past 5 years as a broadcast journalist covering parliament and othe r socio political events in the country . •How did you get to know about the Ohio University I got to know about the school through one of my lecturers during undergrad, Dr Bossman Asare, Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission who is an alumnus of Ohio University. When the time was for me to think about pursuing graduate studies, I researched on the school, like the course structure and course concentrations on offer and put in my application which has been successful.
•Did you apply to any other schools apart from Ohio University Yes, two other schools, Columbia University and Northeastern University
• I see you have funding,who is paying for the other part of the funding
A:My Uncle, Richard Assuming What does he do He is a contractor, he executes government projects mainly in the educational sector Do you have a supporting document fr him Yes; his bank statement. (Hands bank statement to her) • Does he have any kids Yes • How old are they Five and Seven •What are your plans after studies I would come back and continue with my media job and also set up a parliamentary civil society group based on the expertise and exposure I will gather at the Ohio University in the states which is the bastion of democracy • Have you travelled outside Ghana before Yes; to Ethiopia What for? I was part of a group of journalists selected by Oxfam to observe and cover the AU heads of state and government summit in Addis Ababa. i can hand over my old passport if you want to confirm Q; No that’s fine • Have you travelled outside Ghana in the last two weeks No • Did you apply to any other school outside outside the US No
Then she started typing plenty..I was very hopeful at this point that I had been granted the visa I was seriously praying
she said • Take off your mask I did She continued typing Then she dropped the bombshell I’m sorry your visa can’t be approved because you do not qualify for this type of visa at this point in time Then Handed me their letter
I said wow..she said yes!
I walked away
That’s my experience
So my seniors here please let me give my small opinion on this. As a broadcast journalist check your social media handles. Have there been any unpalatable comments u’ve ever made either directly or indirectly affecting the international body or even your local country? I just think that might be the problem social media handle ,check all your history Now the bolded statements: First bolded:I suggest you rephrase ,be very specific E.g. I would continue with my media job upon return to GH with an improved position as.......from my current broadcast journalist as I have ....... with the Manager of Cititv blah blah something like that (tell them how impactful this degree has on your career ,(starting your statement with “ I would come back” wasn’t cool in my opinion) Second bolded:that statement wasn’t necessary at all Lastly your demeanor, VOs have the authority when you are before them. Best of luck and don’t forget to share your victory transcript Thank you
Jayskit: Hi, I am 19 years old, 200 level in one Nigerian University. And I am thinking of going to the US to start my undergraduate programme afresh. Now my question is that is everyone expected to take mathematics in SAT. I am a student in the art and humanities. And I am very weak in Mathematics. Please reply thanks
Bro/ Sis the structure of SAT includes Mathematics, abeg why run away from mathematics. “I am very weak in Mathematics” please erase this notion from your brain quick (very important). You are very good in mathematics,it just that u’ve not had time for it. Start with Khanacademy.org, Infact go through all the mathematics lessons from grade 1 (don’t underestimate small beginnings) After ,go for SAT materials and practice a lot of questions. All the best bro/sis you are a maths genius ,trust me
BabyI24: Hello all, please my interview is on Tuesday kindly help me review my proposed transcript.
Proposed Transcript:
VO: why are you going to the USA? Me: to obtain a masters degree in computer science at Maharishi international university. VO: why this school? Me: I choose this school for three reasons, 1. Because of the programming language thought(Java programming) 2. Because of the financial aid I was offered 3. Because of the practical training that is part of the curriculum. The practical training will help me integrate the course knowledge into real world projects. VO: what will this degree do for you? Me: The degree will enable me acquire modern knowledge and practical experience. The degree will enable me apply to senior software developer position here in Nigeria, with enough experience, I intend to establish my own startup company here in Nigeria. The degree will add more value to my profile. VO: what’s your study plan? Me: the total credit hour for graduation is 44credits hour. 36credit hours for course work, and 8credit hour for curricular practical training. While on the practical training, 4 other course will be done via distance learning VO: who is sponsoring you? Me: the initial payment of 5000dollar will be paid by my mother while the rest of the tuition will be coming from a financial aid that is organized through the university. VO: what does your mother do? Me: she is a business woman VO: what kind of business Me: she is a major supplier of beddings in delta state for over 18years, she is into real estate and she manages my late father’s foreign furniture business. VO: what do you do? Me: I work as a fronted developer, I own a registered business, I manage my mum’s real estate business, and am also a real estate agent. VO: what’s your plan after graduation? Me: I have career plans and personal plans. For my career plans, I intend to come back home to apply to senior software developer position to enable me gain more experience. with enough experience, I intend to establish my own startup company that will be focused on building software applications for client and also maintaining them. Another thing I intend to do when I return, is to register a non profit organization that will be focused on mentoring and training young girls and women in Nigeria that will love to becomes software developer because here in Nigeria, female software developer are very rear.
Please kindly help me review and correct me where necessary. Thanks
Hmm if not for nairaland, I have never heard of certain schools. (Check your school well) Best of luck anyway
Kindly go through previous transcript as I do in my free time. New here though,but here is my small observation. Seniors here will give more details but your reason for choosing the school? Not convincing How many schools did you apply to? Your answer for what will this degree do for you? Not convincing
gallantjo: For someone who has B.SC computer science. What course can be done at masters level and which universities are giving scholarships. Please help, it's my first time here.
Can be done? Plenty and you can switch programs too if that suits you. Access what you seek to achieve. However, per your undergrad you can go for Masters in Computer science,computer engineering,applied mathematics,Information technology,Business Analytics, and Data science (Not exhaustive)
For schools check this link : From GMAT website almost all univ. in USA in alphabetical order.
The plane ticket itself can vary from $500 to $1100, depending on how far out in advance the travel date is from the day that you booked. Also, the US airport that you're landing in could make a difference. Two people I know booked their flights for $450 last year December, Lagos to IAD (Washington DC). Apparently, landing in DC seems to be the cheapest I've seen so far.
WES fee will cost more than that as you have to add the cost of sending your transcript to WES and paying for additional copies to be sent to any extra schools that you are applying to (only the first WES copy is free). This WES fee could also be waived if you choose to apply to schools that don't require WES from international applicants.
Eniolakiite: And why is the man not also seeing the relationship not working out as a lot to loose?
Intelligent question Eniola , I think it so because of how “easily” a man can propose to “any” woman ,but a woman generally will have a hard time proposing to a man (Even if it sails through, ‘this man’ will most likely view her differently and probably treat her differently (negatively or positively). I think is no different even in the USA right? (Men do the proposing to women)
Now to your question “why do women compromise more in relationships?” “compromise more” depends on how you view it. It is also possible the other way round. Why do men compromise more in relationships ? Relationship is between two different people aiming for a common goal. So I don’t think one does it more —though society makes it seem so —than the other. The other too might compensate for that compromises in another way. Look at this 1+2 = 3 also -1+4 =3 , 0+3 =3 , 2.5+ 0.5= 3, I can go on and on so we all compromise but it depends on us to define which is more than the other even though I think we all compromise equally.
HollyMadison: Please who has any idea of schools that provide a fully funded masters program in economics ?
Errrm found one MSc Applied Economics at St.Cloud University during my research, you can check it out. I think it’s partial tuition waiver and stipends or so.
Eniolakiite: Thank you I have made videos about them especially about my apartment, my school, and how graduate assistants can survive regarding bills. Go check all my playlists. Thanks again.
Sweetheart, no ignore my post na! I will send you Amala and ewedu o
Eniolakiite: Thank you I have made videos about them especially about my apartment, my school, and how graduate assistants can survive regarding bills. Go check all my playlists. Thanks again.
Sure , you made a video about your apartment and I have watched it and all those on your playlist (very nice videos) but my point is the cost aspect and certain details. (Maybe coz i deal with numbers everyday Lolx)
Eg. How much you pay per month for that apartment (that wasn’t mentioned) ,also how much you spend on groceries (Eg.where you shop and expenses etc.) and utility bills (Eg. Network you even use and it charges etc.) and your experience as a teaching assistant (Eg. How you coped with accent,where the students stubborn ,how you felt first time before this white “kids” etc.) I think it will be helpful to prospective folks out there
N/B : It just a suggestion ,I know it’s not easy making these videos Thank you
Eniolakiite: I am not in connection with this. I don't know who this individual is.
My advice is You can always do the process yourself. Many people like myself have gotten full scholarships abroad by doing what was required by ourselves. Don't waste your money and avoid scammers fam
Eniola your YouTube videos are very helpful, I suggest that you make videos for your personal expenses as an international student in Clarksville,TN (how much you spend for rent,utilities,groceries etc.) Also, A day in your life at APSU and your experience as a graduate teaching assistant. I don’t think you have videos for those.
Eniola thanks for the reply, I am currently not on Twitter; would you mind if I emailed you, i.e. I wanted to ask you some questions regarding your school.
I just got a fully funded PhD admission for Chemistry at NIU.
Do I still need a sponsor's bank statement for my visa interview
Where “fully funded” means? Out of state waiver only + stipends or full tuition waiver +stipends or only stipends etc. which is which and the gurus will help you. Me na small boi for here o lol
Eniolakiite: Hello fam and congratulations to all those that have gotten their visas. Grad sch has been a whole lot for me but all I see now is the light at the end of the tunnel as I will be graduating in May.
As a prospective international student, you need to know some things and prepare yourself. The job market is extremely competitive over here. This was how I landed an internship in my last semester of Grad school after hundreds of applications since I started my masters program. An internship makes it easy to secure a full time job upon graduation.
Please can I get a fully funded phd program in mathematics with an undergraduate cgpa of 4.16 in the US. If yes, kindly suggest which school I can apply to.
Thanks
Check Ohio University they really fund their mathematics programs (MSc & Phd) Full tuition and stipend
Item 1 can be proved by your choice of words during the interview. Although the VOs are not predictable, as sometimes they can use your composure to assess your credibility for the visa. Yet, how you talk about your professional goal, such as what you plan to do after graduation, can be used to prove you have strong home times. I have seen applicants whose entire family are in the U.S and she was still given the visa with her babe, on first appearance. I have to say that what you say and how you say it during the interview matters a lot. You will be assessed by your words first, then your academic profile, such as school, cost of attendance, sponsorship and other things.
I advise you to work carefully on your response to potential interview questions. What is your plan after graduation? How does this course you pick related to this? How will the knowledge help you build this career plan? From experience, 90% of applicants who took their time to detail answers to these questions are found credible and approved, most times first and second appearance (of course, academic profile as mentioned above add weight to chances of approval as well). All the best! Except you need personalized assistance, ask other questions you may have on this thread.
Personally, I believe there are only three things a VO needs an F-1 applicant to prove. 1. Strong Home Ties: This is a no-brainer. A Visa Officer needs to be assured that you will return to Nigeria and not be a burden after you graduate. Do you have family here? Do you have a wife/husband in Nigeria? Do you have kids? Are you currently working? Do you own a business? Is it your family/Spouse that is funding you? Do you have scholarship from a local company? Is it a government scholarship? At least, can you clearly articulate your plans after you graduate? Does the VO has a gut-feeling that you are genuine? Do you have history of past travel and returning to Nigeria as at when due? Do you have a research you are working on tied to Nigeria? Just answer any of these questions honestly in your mind. If you are planning to lie to the VO, don't trip: Be rest assured you are coming out of that cubicle with a rejection slip.
2. Proof of Studentship: The VO is trained to pick the wheat from the chaff, to separate genuine students from people who want to japa. (Sorry if you don't know the meaning of Japa ). Answer honestly in your mind: What do you know about your research/course-of-study? Are you clear on your proposed thesis? What do you know about your school? The city where your school is? Where are you going to stay when you get to the US? Why did you apply to the school? Why did you select the school? Do you have contacts in your department? Is the course related to your undergraduate degree? If not, why are you switching careers? Can you articulate responses to these passionately?
3. Funds: Who is paying for your trip to the US? People with scholarships/fellowships/assistantships/funding from first family (mother, father, siblings, spouse) usually have no problem with this point. But if someone else is funding you, I mean awon Uncle, Aunties, In-laws, companies gang, be ready to explain the motive. Someone cannot just part away with millions of naira just because they love you. Be ready to explain, what is your relationship with this entity? How long have you known each other? What is their motive for investing in you? Are you paying back? Is it a loan? If you got a partial funding, and another entity is covering the rest, you'd still explain. If you got tuition waiver, with no extra funding, you need to explain solidly how you plan to survive in the US. If you have kids going with you, what is your educational plan for them? What is your medical plan? You must have sorted accommodation for at least a semester. You cannot be saying. You are not sure/act like you have not really prepared. So what's your plan?
In essence, be honest and be prepared. The VO must have rejected you earlier for not meeting one of those requirements. The embassy/consulate HAVE YOUR RECORDS and also access to DO A BACKGROUND CHECK on you. So with these few points of mine, I hope I have been able to , reflect on your last interview and answer honestly to yourself, has something changed? Do you have strong home ties now? Can you convince a dummy you are really a student? Do you genuinely have funding (have plans for funding) now?
Be it as it may, if God wants you to be in US, and you have worked diligently and honestly, and you have nothing to hide, your visa WILL be approved. The God factor is the most important factor. As the maxim goes: work like you have not prayed, PRAY like you have not worked, because in essence, it is not by your hard-work.
Whew! That was an epistle. My bad. I was a beneficiary of this thread (Part 15) and I look for opportunities to pay it forward. It's been a month in the US now and I must say, life is really good here. Back to my studies, Aluta Continua!
PS: Don't look for my moniker, I'm on ghostmode
Bro Kharleed assuming you Sufficiently satisfy (2) & (3) only , could you be saved from (1)?
Travel / Re: Swedish Admissions And Student Visa by Choicexx(m): 11:29pm On Apr 05, 2023 
). Answer honestly in your mind: What do you know about your research/course-of-study? Are you clear on your proposed thesis? What do you know about your school? The city where your school is? Where are you going to stay when you get to the US? Why did you apply to the school? Why did you select the school? Do you have contacts in your department? Is the course related to your undergraduate degree? If not, why are you switching careers? Can you articulate responses to these passionately?