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This is just a bitter truth. Exactly what I have noticed here in Chicago. Indians and Chinese get jobs easily because of their network while it is difficlt for Nigerians.

imperiouxx:
I was never a minister but I'm only trying to help others in a way I could like every other races in the US.

The Indians and Chinese will always stay ahead of the Nigerians in the US.

They don't joke with the simplest information they gathered from one another and they listen attentively to those who have been in the system. This makes life easier for them but the Nigerians are scatter everywhere with different kind of predicaments.

The US visa is like an invitation to the river to fish, it doesn't teach how to set hook and line and start fishing.

You only learn how to fish better either by looking at others doing it or listening to others who have done it.

Surviving in the US goes beyond obtaining that ordinary visa..... It's people...... the right set of people.

kunlebal: That cool but i was told Cali is very expensive, my head still dey spin for now cos of it

There are lot of IT jobs and the weather is fair as against chicago.

Amefrica: Brother, abeg edit that post. E too long

Thanks!

done sir...

kunlebal: Dallas but heading to Cali in a weeks time

Enjoy! I hope to move to cali after my program

JFdENIGMA: You are all aware that a person’s overall profile is what they reviewed as a total package when you do your application in. This is my little token contribution on research angle of admission to this wonderful thread. At first, I thought it will be going for just a few. I mean with bias for PhD prospective. But after second thought, I have found out that it will do almost everyone good as every faculty somehow have a serious thing for research- they think, say, breath and eat it! It is everything to almost every one of them. So, it is not difficult for you to see a measure of obsession with research in these Professors. Come to think of it, Universities cum Professors are awarded huge sum of money by Government, private bodies and individuals largely for this purpose. They push to make their system research driven as much as possible. I am aware that for undergraduates it is not so important in gaining admission. Well, in the long run it is good for all.

Thanks for the advise

kunlebal: One love bro, hope to be in Chicago one day

Very nice city.. Not in winter though cos its too cold and windy. Where are u presently?

mosezky: I wan. 2 travel abroad 2 study programming......but I don't knw how I will go abt dis.....I nid some tips on dis............I nid ur help

It is something you will never regret.. Once you know programming, you are hotcake in the US.

I wish i have the skill.. You know what, i am just gonna finish this course then go and learn programming proper in a college. I just couldn't find interest in it but to survive as a computer scientist, I need it so much.

kunlebal: Really i believe you bro, nothing happen
bad guy

Thanks boss

.. Well, I just said the truth. My friend can confirm it and even his wife cos they are married now.

Amefrica: She go hear bro, thanks!



Yeeeeeeeeeeeeee!! *faints*

realshel: Gurus in d house pls confirm dis for me, is Northwestern University chicago a good school?

Good is an understatement.. Its one of the best in the country. I didn't go there cos their MSIT program is just 9 months and I want one of 2 years so as to enjoy the states. That is why i am in Loyola.

Yersinia: which school is that please?

Loyola University Chicago

Amefrica: I dey tellz you.. That man badt



Yea, she was denied VISA again. She's forgotten about US now, running Canada. I pray all get better..

Thats sad... My regards to her.

Me no bad ooo, just like facing reality ni... Anyways, i squat my friend's girlfriend for one year in my konkolo room during underG and nothing happened.

imperiouxx: So surprising. Their funding is on higher side and research is extensive. I'm trying since application fee is not required.

Yes boss, they have got so much funding.. My program director was even toasting me that they need tutors for Spring, they pay 7k for 9 months and pay for 6 units course which is worth appro $6k..

Even at masters level, they are willing to pay for thesis if you get something good to work on. Overall, It is an interesting school.

imperiouxx: You know why I believe the bold. Before deadline, they were dragging issue of WES evaluation of ordinary BS degree with me They said they only take evaluation from ECE. Then I wrote them that I'm stopping my application.

After the deadline, I got an email asking if I said I'm doing my MS in US already. So I replied yes. Then I was told to submit the US certificate that everything related to undergrad will be dropped and I should write the head of pharm if I can still apply. The head said I should complete my application....lols....yeye

For sure, I try so much not to say what I don't know Sir..

OjaP: Pardon my sarcasm

My Oga, I was just messing with you. Never took any of the words serious as we are on joking levels. Pardon my straight face response sir.

OjaP: You are just too wicked.... . Person no fit leave him gf with you oo.



Seunolumonday right? I was thinking of her few days ago and wanted to know if she got her visa. I think Walspring and Amefrica will know better.

Well, I am use to it @ bolded as a Federal Government Staff. whenever you say the truth, you are a wicked man ... ok oo to be fair, America leave the girl for bf ooo, we would see who is wicked when she follow akata in few months

kunlebal: I didnt eat her efo riro till i left naija too and didnt hear from her again on Nl but i think Amefrica as her contact details sha.

Amefrica.. use rushing contact her and tell her we are missing her here.

Hello all,

Please where is seun girl that drew all guyz attention with efo riro? Is she in states yet?

Any nairalander in chicago? need someone to hangout with..

Amefrica: Not married bro! she's only got a bf nii. Abi, if person get bf she stil be single?

My brother, pls snatch her abeg, boyfriend ko, boyfriend ni... Whats the probability that she wont follow akata for green card very soon

imperiouxx: Thank you sir. It's Ph.D in Pharmacology. I was trying to know about ECE evaluation and admission related issues then but later got mail from the admission office saying if I can submit my US certificate, everything about evaluation will be waived but by then the deadline was already over. Though the departmental head said I should still submit a complete application. So, I'm about trying my luck when schools resume next week.

Pls try your luck.. Admission is a bit easy in my school since it is private and receive less amount of application compare to public schools.. I like my experience so far in the school.. Well respected in Chicago, I hear everyday like when I show my student ID for any purpose, "Niggaz be like, You go to LOYOLA? Mehn thats a very good school... u must be rich "

imperiouxx: I'm happy you got my post. I'll send you PM straight away. I've passed deadline for your school (Dec 1) but since no application fee is required, I will try my luck as the head of the department said.

Oh.. you trying to apply to my school? Pls do ... it is good thing that no application fee is required. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help, even if it require meeting with professor on your behalf.

I assume it's Ph.D and what department are you looking at Sir?

sexyminaj: Hello everybody, sorry dis coming l8. My visa was approved at the Abuja embassy last wk, my phone fell into hot water due to happiness.
Everybody, help me thank Amefrica this guy is God's sent, he guided me all through wiv God's help. He told me to open an acct n share my experience.
Vo: y ar u goin to usa me: for my ug studies in int'l relations
vo: wat skul
me: sau
vo: why sau
me: (God bless amefrica) asides frm bn affordable for my sponsor, the skul student faculty ratio is so low, it is also a good ranked skul.
Vo: who's gonna pay 4 ur studies?
Me: my dad
vo: ok, u can pick ur visa .... I went deaf. Packed all my docs and jet out.
Amefrica, i'll 4eva be gr8ful, may God grant ur heart desires. If to say i be single i for marry dis guy. Imperious n odas, i thank u too. I read dis thread alot. God bless.

Congrats!!! lolz @ bolded.. you are married and going for UG? Amefrica, don't be deceived.

mandybaby2007: Goodmorning house
I arrived yankee safely, left naija on 25th dec arrived here on 26th, am currently in minnesota, its not been easy i keep indoors cos of d cold d lil i steped out jst 2enta d car or step in2 a building i have sore throat, chest pain, headache, tongsilites(i think), nd jst generaly feel lik crap, i stil sleep wen its night in Naija nd i wake wen its morning in naija its so very amusing, for does of u coming enta yaba or katangwa nd buy ur cold gears o, i was told not 2buy cos i wil get good ones here thank God i didn't listen cos uptil now, no one has taken me 2where i can buy here so i have been using d ones i came wit, tho u may wanna say mayb if i came without i for find way 2comot go buy, am just saying it feels good not 2b under pressure, it feels wierd dat dem no dey take light am yet 2get used 2it, by insticnt i stil rush 2charge my fone nd laptop b4 dem take light loll! Meanwile d light no get leave or transfer, i still look at d tap nd wonder weda i for buy drum or kegs incase water off, Naija shaa brings out the Mgbekeship in you! Ms Nas was of great help 2me cos i kept asking her questions till i took off frm naija, Thanx Ms Nas

Welcome to the Land.. LOLZZZ @ light and water mindset

Johnmayor: Hey guys my interview is coming up next week please this is just a sample of what am to say t the embassy pls help check out any errors there 

VO: What are you going to do in the United States- for my undergraduate study in criminal justice 
 VO-which school- xyz uni
  VO-why this school-I choose this school because it has a well structure curriculum that align with my career aspiration and it's also has a smaller class ratio  which would make me have direct relationship with my prof nd instructors 
VO- y criminal justice - I want to study criminal justice cos it would aid my understanding abt crime hw to combat it the and motives behind it also the current security challenges  we are facing in Nigeria is Deterioratin and we need  more expert in my field to curb it
 VO- when did u finish high school-2011
 VO-what have u been doing since then-I enroll in Ibadan poly where I finish my OND  in public administration nd currently doing my industrial training 
VO- who is ur sponsor-my dad 
VO-what does he do -value and estate management specialist and currently on political appointment  in xyz state in naija
Any standardize tex-yes TOEFL 
any relative in USA -No
Pls I knw I got some errors here pls guys I would appreciate If you can correct it for me my interview is next week

So far.. I think you got fair responses. though I would suggest you find a way to mention nigeria more than you did here so as to show that your career plans is really structured towards returning to your home country. Best wishes.

imperiouxx: Hi foohard. It's being a long time. There was a time I need a vital info about your school and I still need it. Please give me your number. Thanks

I am really sorry for just responding boss.. I have not been to nairaland for quite a long time. You should have at least e-mail me. Why not send me a PM sir so I can reply with my phone number because of moderator's advise. I will look out for your response so as not to delay you again Sir.

Again, I am really sorry Sir.

imperiouxx: ♫♪♫I'm talkin millions nigga, I'm talkin millions.

Time is money so I went and bought a Rolex♫♪♫

Got my degree conferred on me today

Congrats bro...

seunolumonday: I was for 7:30am,did d necessary tin had all my docs ready including my toefl and my gre which was 320/340 my school classes starts today 21st of october as written on my I-20 but i reschuldued so d school sent me an extension letter for 10working days,dis was hw d interview went embassy was great dis morning d rate of approval was very high,VO: wat state are u goin 2? Me:Missouri. VO:how did u learn abt d skool me :Gave her d answer,she seemed impressed. VO:why webster uni. Me:told her. VO:what was ur highest qualification,what universit,wen did u graduate,what have u bin doin since den,re u marrried,do u have kid,re u travellin alone,who is ur sponsor,what does he do.Me:answered all it was a lenthy interview but me and d young lady had fun cos it was like a chat she just brought out d pick up form and was abt givin me she just removed my i20 and said i shld hold on dat classes starts today i told her i had an extension letter(dat was d only doc required) she went tru it spent time she just said sorry she cant grant me visa dat d extension letter doesnt count pls wat went wrong d vo was very young youngest among dem dont no wat 2 do will defer 2 spring

I think the VO believe you dont have enough time to meet up for this term. Try again, the VISA is yours by His grace.

VisaOfficer: Hmmmmmm it would depend what the circumstances are. First and foremost, tell her not to give anyone any money just yet. On what basis would she be applying for permanent residence?

Exactly what we don't understand. She want to live in USA and the person said she can apply for PR cos she has spent four years. We ask that on what basis and the person was like it is a normal thing if you feel like living in the USA and you have stayed legally for four years, you can apply for permanent residence.

Could you please tell us possibilities because she's really interested in staying if it is possible truly.

Thank you so much

imperiouxx: It usually take 6 to 7 months once everything is cleared.

Thanks bro...

OjaP: You're most welcome. God bless you too.

Sorry, I forgot to ask. Who is suppose to do the filing, me or my wife?

Thanks.

OjaP: Now, you need to file forms I-485 (Application to adjust status), I-1765 (Application for employment eligibility) and if you want to travel in between, form I-131 (Advanced parole). When submitting these, do not forget to include form I-797(Notice of action that your I-130 was approved).

You shouldn't spend more than $2k to file. This includes payment to a surgeon for the compulsory medical examinations. I would advise you not to use a lawyer since your case is straight forward. All supporting documents needed to proof legit marriage can be found on the USCIS website.

All things being equal, you should expect to be a LPR between 3-6 months of filing. All the best.

Thanks boss. God bless you

Hello house,

Quite a long time. Trying to understand the system. Wish you all NL members the best.

Does anyone know the process of changing to permanent resident from an F1 VISA, the cost and how long it takes to get the green card. My wife filed I-130 for me in march and was approved in August 2013, before I travelled with an F1 VISA.

Thank you all as I await your response.

Again, wish you all the best.