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Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 9:41pm On Mar 27, 2022
Jacknn:
Heey mr dafe..thanks thusfar for ur huge contributions. I just stumbled upon this thread on my way to pursuing a fully funded Msc programme in the US with a 2.85/4 CGPA when converted to Wes..

Mr dafe, pls can we create a whatsapp group for intending guys hoping to move this year or next year as d case may be??



Hello Jacknn,
Thank you for reaching out. kindly follow me @dafemlions on Twitter and I will be answering your questions on Twitter.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 4:29pm On May 22, 2021
KVN1:


thanks for the answer Bro. I realize that my chances are slim.

My alternative is Canada. Please tell me all I need to know.


Hello KVN1,
I still want you to know that you stand a better chance in the United States than Canada in terms of funding. For example, there is a scholarship called FLAWI (Florida/West Africa Institute) which if you get the scholarship, you will be able to pay in-state tuition if you get admitted to any Community college or University in the State of Florida and this will greatly reduce your financial burden. I will encourage you to apply to community colleges for an associate degree and then cross to the third year in the University to finish up your bachelors. You may even be lucky that the community college offers a Bachelor's degree in your course of study and that will greatly reduce the financial burden on you.

Just want to include that for those of you that go to Canada because of their immigration friendly atmosphere, the United States also have legal and easy pathway for international students who come in to study to become permanent residents in the United States. It is called the National Interest Waiver and many international students have taken advantage of this route to become permanent residents and eventually Citizens of the United States. So what you are looking for in Canada is also in the United States.

Also, maybe in August or early September this year, when the new application cycle will start for Fall 2022, I will be doing a zoom conference to answer questions and give guidance to those that may have questions. I will also be speaking to some of friends who are Professors in the United States to join the conference to answer questions. Will encourage you to stay tuned and will give you updates when the conference will be coming up.

Regards

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Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 1:58am On Apr 07, 2021
TJ0987:
To be honest, I simply can't afford the deficit, no matter how small. Most PhD programs are fully funded and that was my assurance, but with masters I won't be able to pay for the resulting fees. I thank you for your concern, and wish you the best.

TJ0987 not all Ph.D programs are fully funded. Your response appears to me that you did not go through the entire thread from the beginning. If you apply to programs with Masters only (no PhD program for your course in the school to which you're applying), you have a better chance of getting full funding/scholarship. I will be looking out for your email.

Best regards
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 1:54am On Apr 07, 2021
KVN1:
Good morning Dafemilions

please what is the fate of a prospective undergraduate student in an American University with an eight year old NECO result of all C's provided I come up with a good SAT score

Hmmm. If you can explain the gap, you should be fine. It pretty expensive to get an undergraduate degree in the United States as an international students because scholarships for international students are very limited. As a result, people go though the route of community college for the first 2 years (which is relatively less expensive) and then cross to the University for the last 2 years.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 1:50am On Apr 07, 2021
TJ0987:
Unfortunately, I got rejected to all 4 PhD programs. Maybe the PhD isn't for me. I wish you all the best on this journey, and thank you for your responses.

TJ0987 kindly send me an email at gre.nigeria@yahoo.com
I know how you feel but I think all we need to do is to fine-tune the strategy. My wife (then fiancee) once gave me a card during the period of my exam in my undergraduate days and the words of the card stuck with me till today even though I misplaced the card. It reads: The road to success may be rough and challenging. If you encounter a stumbling block on the way, do not change your decision to go, only change your direction to get there. So, don't give up. By God's grace you should be able to get into a Ph.D program either by Spring 2022 or latest Fall 2022. I want you to remain optimistic. I look forward to your email.

Best regards
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 4:12am On Feb 28, 2021
belovez:
I have been searching online for canadian university that offers Msc Economics Education but i didnt find any. Most of the scholarship offers I've bee seeing are for science student.

I need help on this.

Thank you for your question. Honestly scholarships in Canada can be difficult compared to the United States. So I will encourage you to apply to US Universities. While reading your post, I googled your course of study and I discovered it is offered at Columbia University. https://www.tc.columbia.edu/education-policy-and-social-analysis/economics-and-education/degrees--requirements/economics-and-education-ma/

I encourage you to click on that request info or search for the graduate coordinator and send him/her an email. A good sample email is:

Dear Dr Smith,
I am John Lad Doe (nee Smart), an International student, who seeks admission for a PhD degree in the Department of ABC from your prestigious University and would be interested in working in your research team if given the opportunity.

I finished my Bachelor’s degree in 2008 from the department of ABC at the University of DEF Nigeria with a first/second-class upper division. During my senior year, I worked on a research titled “GHI”

After my undergraduate degree, I proceeded for a mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), after which I started my Masters JKL, Nigeria. During my Masters, I completed a Masters Thesis titled “MNO” and graduated with a Master’s degree in PQR in 2010. More recently, I completed an MBA program at the STU.


Please find attached to this email my Curriculum Vitae.

I look forward to hearing from you soon

Best Regards,
John Doe

Please note that you can modify the email to suite whatever you want, including admission requirements like GRE and funding/scholarship opportunities and ask if you can still be considered for funding/scholarship if you apply for fall 2021 at this time.

I hope this helps.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 1:36am On Jan 03, 2021
I have responded to your email
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 2:46am On Aug 18, 2020
TJ0987:
I apologise for rushing to ask questions before properly reading through the entire thread.
I have now done so and I realise that this question has been asked and even answered.
I am hoping to get full funding for a PhD in the US (PhD Urban Studies).
My profile:
BSC 3.19/4 (Wes unofficial), msc 3.17/4 (Wes unofficial).
GRE Q 151, V 157, AWA 3.5
My schools of Choice:
Florida State,
Georgia State,
Ohio State,
Uni of California Irving,
Uni of Massachusetts Amherst.
I am told that as a first step, I need to get in touch with faculty members who could likely supervise me, but I'm so scared of rejection, because I've gone this path before. Hopefully, a few of them agree to supervise me. I really hope luck shines on me this time around.
Thank you Dafe for all that you do. I pray God rewards your selflessness.

I have replied to your email.

Hello Everyone,
Just want to let you know that some schools in the US are waiving the GRE requirements for 2021 Fall (September 2021) admission due to the coronavirus pandemic. So it is a good time to apply to schools in the US if you don't want to write the GRE. Please do your research online by typing "US University waiving GRE" or going through the schools of your choice to see if they are waiving the GRE requirements for Fall 2021. An example of schools that I THINK are waiving the GRE are Florida State University, West Virginia University, University of Memphis, University of Tennessee, University of Kentucky, Bowling Green State University, California State University Long Beach, Clayton State University, Illinois Institute of Technology (applicants to doctoral programs are still required to submit their scores),Mississippi State University, Stevens University, Texas A&M University-Commerce (with the exception of a few programs), University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas Tech University, University of Alabama, University of Southern Mississippi, University of Texas Rio Grand Valley, William Carey University.

Programs that waive GRE even when their school is not waiving the GRE across all programs include The University of North Texas School of Public Health, Rutgers University Professional Science Master’s Program, Some graduate programs at the University of Illinois


Also I encourage you to apply to schools that are in the northern part of the United Sates as they are in the colder region (because they are close to Canada but not as cold as Canada) and less stringent in their requirements. So you have a better chance of being admitted and getting funded. Such states include Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Idaho, Wyoming, and Washington State (NOT Washington DC).

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Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 3:10am On Apr 25, 2020
Zudde:
Hi @Dafemilions,
I just read through the whole thread and it's a good one thanks for the info. I am a final year student of elect elect and hoping to go for my masters soon. I already sent you a mail and requested joining the LinkedIn group.

Regards

All your requests have been granted. I wish you all the best.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 5:15pm On Feb 26, 2020
Daneeez11:
Hello

I graduated with a second class lower (3.41) in a Nigerian university, I studied Bsc Industrial Chemistry and would like to go for masters in Petrochemical Chemistry in any Canadian school. Any chance I can find a school that suits my cgpa and I would like to know the admission process. Thank you?

Congratulations on this great achievement. You have better chances in the US than Canada. I will suggest that you read through this thread from the beginning and follow the WES evaluation route to put you in a better standing for US schools. I also encourage you to study well for the GRE and make sure you do well in the GRE exam. You may also search for schools in Canada but funding are generally limited in Canada relative to the US. I encourage you to search for schools in US and Canada in google using the following format:

Masters in Petroleum Chemistry + US Universities
Masters in Petroleum Chemistry + Canada Universities.

I hope this helps.

Regards

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Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 2:37am On Jan 13, 2020
dafemlions:


You are welcome

If you are an indigent student who graduated from a Nigerian secondary school and had great WAEC results or graduated with a First class from a Nigerian University in any of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields, you stand a good chance in the "EducationUSA Opportunity Fund Program"

If selected into the program EducationUSA Opportunity Fund Program will:

Pay your GRE and TOEFL fees
Pay your application fees
Assign mentors to guide you through the entire process
Pay your visa fees
Pay your flight ticket.

Applications open around March/April each year.

You can read more about the entire program at https://ng.usembassy.gov/education-culture/exchange-programs/opportunity-fund/

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Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 5:20pm On Sep 13, 2019
Teophilus96:
Wow thank you so much @Dafemlions. God will bless u.

I am still an undergraduate but I have seen what the far distance looks like. Thank you.


I will ask my questions when I am set for the journey.

You're a blessing to this generation in your own way. Wether you know it or not. You're a great man! Remain blessed!

You are welcome
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 5:20pm On Sep 13, 2019
Adeyera10:
Please I just finished writing the 2019 waec and the result is out already but I can only get the statement of result now and I want to process my undergraduate degree in Estonia please can I use statement of result since the original waec result is not out yet

I don't know anything about Estonia.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 5:21pm On Aug 14, 2019
dafemlions:


All these questions have been answered in the thread. Please read from the beginning till the end.

To those of you applying for undergraduate in the US, here are the list of schools you can apply to that have scholarships for international students:

Howard University
Fisk University
Alcorn State University
Lee University
Towson University
Liberty University
Lincoln University
Morgan State University

I also learnt about a UWC scholarship.
Please see here below the link to the UWC movement, which is the A-level type of scholarship offered to students who meet the requirements. I believe there is a UWC Committee in Nigeria, and they co-ordinate dates for application deadlines and placement of students since there are at least 13 colleges worldwide, and selected students are assigned a college at random. I believe applications are being accepted now.

The next is information about the Davis Scholarship. It typically is offered to UWC graduates entering University at the USA.

1. https://www.uwc.org/
1.1 https://www.ng.uwc.org/ (UWC Nigeria National Committee).
2. https://www.davisuwcscholars.org/program/by_the_numbers/how-this-works


Finally, I want to encourage you to always drop a message on this thread when you get admission and funding and you finally settle down in US or Canada. It will give other people reading this thread the assurance that they do not need to pay anybody to do anything for them and that they can go through the process by themselves. Many people have gone to the US and Canada following what was written in this thread and they did not leave a message for others reading this thread to let them know that these FAQ's are all you need to make your dream of studying in the US and Canada come true.

The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Drexel has funded openings for Ph.D. students beginning in Spring 2020. This is a very unusual situation for our department. Our faculty have recently won a large number of grants that have created many more positions than we anticipated. Research openings are primarily in Polymers
and Composites, Advanced Manufacturing, and Energy and the Environment. Competitive graduates with a BS or MS degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry,
Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, or Polymer Engineering are encouraged to apply.

Students should apply online at https://drexel.edu/grad.

Please note that the
application fee is waived for CBE applicants. However, an application must be completed
and submitted for the Admissions Committee to view it. We are unfortunately unable to refund students who have already paid the fee.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 8:19pm On Jul 24, 2019
Embell:
Hello, please I need advice on how to find university to apply to{with fully-funded scholarship} ASAP. I also seek advice on everything I need to do to secure admission for the next 'available' academic session.

NOTE: Almost all required documents are available, SOP, Recommendations, e.t.c

cc defemlions

Thanks in advance.

All these questions have been answered in the thread. Please read from the beginning till the end.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 3:04am On Jun 21, 2019
Kingdave007:


Yes it does...thank you very much. Also from research I found out that Canada doesn't have a Geophysics PGD course or something related and I sent e-mails to two random schools asking if they accept Nigerian PGD results but I received no reply.

Do you know if a Nigerian PGD result can also be used to get a Canadian MSC ?

I know they don't place emphasis on the GRE

I am not sure but I think they should.

Regards
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 3:02am On Jun 21, 2019
lisablaze:
mr dafe please wes course by course my school i apply requested for only for my university transcript and degree cretificate. dont knw weda i should send wes my wace too

Just send your BSc and a certified true copy of your certificate (NOT ORIGINAL) to WES.

Regards
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 3:00am On Jun 21, 2019
lisablaze:
please in wes course by course my school request for only my bsc can i send wes my bsc only

If they request for your BSc only, then send your BSc to WES.

Regards
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 2:08am On May 11, 2019
Kingdave007:
Good evening Mr. Dafe. I appreciate you taking out the time to reply queries here. I'm new in the thread.

I Graduated in 2016 with a degree in Geophysics and a CGPA of 2.65 and I have been trying to get an admission to study an MSc in Canada but I've been rejected twice because of my CGPA.

Please I want to know:

Is it possible to get a direct MSc admission in the US with my CGPA if I do the GRE exam?
Is it possible to get an MSc admission in the US or Canada with a PGD from Nigeria?

If not,what do you suggest I do? Thanks

I will suggest that you do a PGD in Geophysics and make sure you do very well. After your PGD, then go ahead to do the WES evaluation of your Undergraduate and PGD transcripts. Make sure you also do well in your GRE. This will help you in your applications for masters.

I hope this helps.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 4:06am On Mar 01, 2019
tuffguy:
Hi dafe, i've taken the time to read your post from 2014. thanks for all that info, i'd like to get funding for a low ranking uni but i graduated with a cgpa of 2.6, is this even possible? Plus I have been advised that I take the GRE test first. I want to know as I did Philosophy in my undergrad school, what subjects do I expect in the GRE test, myself, maths, and infact anything with a semblance of mathematics in it (quantitative) dont get along well. How do I manage this worry? Plus how can I get a link to practise the test?

And if anyone else with info on GRE test can see this, and u know what it costs to write the GRE test in lagos, just drop it here. Gad bless ya!

GRE is only verbal and quantitative so you have to fall in love with maths.
Read my thread from the beginning till end and it will answer most of your questions.
Send and email to gre.nigeria@yahoo.com to request for GRE materials
To manage your worry, you need to study the materials to learn the tricks for solving the maths. The more you learn the tricks, the less your worry.

You can get details on the cost of GRE from http://www.ets.org/gre/

I hope this helps
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 4:03am On Mar 01, 2019
Hairhee:


Hi Dafe, Goggle directed me to your thread and even though i’m not able to read the entire pages, I must say you’re doing a good job.
Please i’d like to find out what you think, can I go for a straight msc course in Canada with a 3.16 gpa in Food Science and Technology from OAU. Actually looking at going for Human Nutrition and Dietetics.
Also, can I skip IELTS and all then English proficiency tests?

Yes you can.
You need to do a Canada WES evaluation as a first step. That should jerk up your CGPA
Look for schools that can take your WES evaluated CGPA
Request for IELTS waiver since you are from an Anglophone country

I hope this helps
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 2:26am On Jan 13, 2019
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Hello friends, the essence of this thread is to enlighten you and show you the pathway to better your Academic lives and career. Many have benefitted from this thread and moved forward and this is what gives me joy.

Some people are skeptical and unsure because we do not demand money for all these services. That is why I want to encourage all of you that have benefitted and transited to US and Canada to alway drop your success story on the is thread when you start your studies in US and Canada.

One of the people that benefitted from this thread did not let us know until 6 months after he landed in the US. Another person that made it to US recently did not let us know until we saw her name online that she made it to the US for her Ph.D.

Please when you eventually make it to US or Canada to start your studies, drop your success story on this thread. It will serve as encouragement to others that you do not need to spend a fortune to get your dream of studying in US and Canada a reality. YOUR SUCCESS STORY IS MY JOY.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 7:58pm On Dec 28, 2018
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You are welcome
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 7:57pm On Dec 28, 2018
[quote author=otacheric post=74169865][/quote]

Done
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 7:05pm On Dec 06, 2018
mdgreen:



My brother I have been following you from the beginning of this thread, all i have to say is thank you for selfless service am happy and God will raise a helper at the point of your need.
AM PLANING TO STUDY IN CANADA( MASTER IN AGRICULTURE
THESE ARE MY QUESTION..........
1. I NEED A STEP BY STEP ON HOW TO COMMENCES MY STUDY IN CANADA.

I believe the thread has answered this question

2. AS AN AGRICULTURAL STUDENT CAN I APPLY FOR OTHER COURSE. APART FROM AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE I DID AS FIRST DEGREE?

I have also answered this questions along the line in this thread by answering subsequent questions that people asked as follow-up questions to this thread

3. CAN I GET MY MASTERS FUNDED BY MYSELF AND STILL HAVE A PART TIME JOB DURING MY PROGRAM?

I think Canada do allow students to do side jobs as they study.

4. WHICH SCH. IN CANADA IS THE BEST AGRICULTURAL RELATED FIELD?

You will have to do the search yourself as described in the thread

5. PRESENTLY MY INT. PASS.P HAVE EXPIRED, I HAVE NOT APPLY FOR TRANSCRIPT FROM MY SCH., HAVENT APPLY TO ANY SCH. IN CANADA YET, AND HAVE NOT WRITTEN GRE EXAM. FOR ME TO PREPARE FOR MEET UP. HOW DO I GO ABOUT IT?

The journey of a thousand miles starts with a step

6. SEND ME INFORMATION THAT IS RELEVANT FOR MY QUEST TO STUDY IN CANADA, ALSO SEND ME GRE QNA.

I have shared GRE materials with you

THANKS FOR YOUR KIND AND SELFLESS SERVICES. SEE YOU AT THE PEAK!!!!!!



Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 6:58pm On Dec 06, 2018
Jfocus5662:


Ooh....thank God....I’ve started the evaluation with WES already and I’m an HNd holder....but the thing is Ive been able to send just my transcriot and it’s already showing “evaluation in progress” on my portal and I’m required not to go any other thing at this moment.....should I just go ahead and send all other necessary documents like my. WAEC scratch card and my Two NOR (ND & HND) or I should just wait for WEs to notify me about that.

You really do not need to send your WAEC. Since you have sent your OND and HND transcripts, you should be good. The only reason I will tell you to send WAEC is if your highest level of education is Secondary school and you are planning to come for Associate degree or bachelors degree in North America (US or Canada).

Regards
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 6:54pm On Dec 06, 2018
Jfocus5662:


Hello Raul....please do you still have the soft copy of this text?
If yes could you please help send to my mail at jonathansoetan@gmail.com

Thanks and God bless

Check your email
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 6:53pm On Dec 06, 2018
Jfocus5662:


So HND is a go for Masters in the US right?

YES
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 3:31pm On Nov 07, 2018
Damolaay:




Hello Sir, I sent you a mail and I need your response



Thanks for the great work.

I have replied all emails

regards
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 9:46pm On Sep 28, 2018
Jdamzel:
Hello. Thanks Dafemlions...this thread has been very informative. Please I want to ask about the WES evaluation. As regards the issue of WAEC. I intend going for Msc in the U.S,do I need to attach WAEC as documents WES will evaluate??I already know my degree certificate and university transcripts will be sent. Am confused cos someone I know that did his recently didn't send WAEC. Pls someone should clarify me. I studied pharmacy

Since you have bachelors degree already, you do not need to include your WAEC in the WES evaluation. You only need to include your bachelors transcript in your application since you are going in for a Masters degree. It is only those that are going for an associate degree or bachelors that would be required to send in their WAEC certificate for WES evaluation.

Please note that: If you send your WAEC certificate and Bachelors transcript to WES, you will pay the same amount of money that you will pay just for your bachelors alone.

For example, if you are applying for Ph.D and you will like to do a WES evaluation for your bachelors and Masters transcripts, you will pay the same flat rate for both transcripts as you would have paid for either bachelors or masters transcripts. All you need to do is to indicate that you are evaluating both bachelors and Masters transcripts together.

In clear terms
For bachelors transcript = $240
Bachelors and Masters transcripts = $240

Hope this helps,
Regards

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Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 9:36pm On Sep 28, 2018
Koyex11:
dafemlions thanks for this comprehensive writeup. God will bless you just like you have blessed us with this valuable information. I applied to 2 schools last year ranked 12th and 43rd in their engineering graduate program. I got accepted into the latter with no funding. I'll like to know if complete waiving of tuition is mostly given by private schools than public ones, to narrow down my search?

Public schools provide better scholarship in terms of tuition and monthly stipends when compared with private schools.
Educational Services / Re: Studying In US And Canada Faq's by dafemlions: 11:39pm On Jun 08, 2018
sanmi95:
Good afternoon, I am Akosile Oluwasanmi from Nigeria. I have a bachelor's degree (second class lower 3.30 of 5.0 grade point scale) in Economics from the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria. I would like to go for an MBA or a business related course for Masters( on funding/scholarship) in the US immediately after NYSC. Please can you help me out with necessary information. Thanks in anticipation.

I have responded to your email.

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