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Musbeni:
Visa approved
8am Lagos usaconsulate
Vo: pass me your passport and I 20
Me: passed
Vo: why are you going to USA
Me: I am going to university of south Carolina to start my PhD in chemistry with concentration in heterogeneous catalysis
Vo: chemistry?
Me: yes
Vo: what will you be working on
Me: MOOH
Vo: who is sponsoring you
Me: I have full funding
Vo: are you traveling with your family
Me: no
Vo: we will be approving your visa

Everything is not more than a minute.

Thanks @meritdee for the mock interview.

Congratulations, lots of Chemistry Postgraduates

MelaninGemstone:
Bro, what did you graduate with please? I just got a response from the graduate office of Stevens, I sent them a mail inquiring about graduate assistantships and funding, and they said that I didn’t get funding because I didn’t finish with first class. Lol

I finished with a second class upper (Hons)

So I wanna know if anyone here finished with first class and still didn’t get funding from Stevens.

If there is someone like that, that means the school is just looking for money

i got about $8,000 funding from Stevens

MelaninGemstone:
Because someone told me that it will be hard to convince the VO to issue a visa if you don’t have funding

And the VO will know, because the I-20 won’t show any funding or assistantships

The VO would wonder and won’t be convinced if one will be able to pay all the COA solely.

That’s what I was told

There are so many people who have gotten visa approved without financial assistance for MS program.

Tulacious123:
Got admitted to UTDallas MSc Public Affairs according to the department ,they only fund PhD in Public Affairs students with MSc degree.Which course did you apply for? Any funding? I seriously need funds.

computer science but no funding

Tulacious123:
Is there anyone who got admitted to Georgia State University (MSc)!or University of Texas, Dallas (MSc) or is currently schooling there? Kindly indicate please.Its urgent.Thanks

i got admitted at utdallas, though i have not accepted it yet

tonero4urch:
I got admission too for masters in Actuarial Mathematics and Decision Analytics for fall 2021 with no funding. They also told me to pay 500 dollars to secure my seat which will be added towards my tuition. I am gladly declining cos I got better offers. They are looking for money in the pocket of someone that is also looking for money. That is why it's not advisable to apply for admission to all these private universities- their sole aim is profit. They want me to pay for masters in America when i should be paid. Ain't nobody got time for that. Peace�

Do you know that 95% of graduates of Stevens are employed within 3 months after graduation, while in some courses, 99% are employed within 3 months after graduation with median salary median of more than $90k in some courses above $100k.

BabyI24:
Congratulations

Hello,
Please i want to ask you some questions, can you please respond to my email.

thanks

BabyI24:
The school is the only school in the USA that is giving me what I want. I learnt how to write code because of this school. I wrote a programming test before I was accepted and they are training you on programming. I will get a good internship placement after 9months. I will acquire the necessary knowledge I need and the practical experience too. Every one has their reason for wanting to go to the USA. Trust me the school is good at what they do. The school is perfect for me.
Thanks

can you please reply my email.

TWoods:
Absolutely. I don’t think anyone would argue with you selecting one of many admissions you’ve received based on who offers you the best financial support. It’s honest and practical.

thanks for your input,
I plan to choose/select the school that falls within my budget, though i have other admissions

TWoods:
See what I crossed out.

But first things first... your number one problem is likely to be your school of choice. The rest of your answers are way too elaborate... short and straight to the point should be your aim.

can one give reason for choosing a school as being:
1. the cheapest among the schools granted admission
2. the only school that gave you funding/scholarship assistance

dodoyinsolar202:
... For example?

Prodigy finance

TWoods:
You should make sure you understand how this loan will work. As a foreign student, you are not eligible for a student loan. You would need a cosigner.

not all loans need a cosigner, there are some international student loans that you do not need a cosigner

Francangel:
Hi Victoria! Can I contact you, please? I am also going to UALR.

hello,

i am also going to little rock,

please has anyone gotten admission (MS program) into UTDALLAS (univ of Texas at Dallas), what is the COA?

What is the credit hours expected from an international student for MS program?

gbadeolu1:
Hello guys. Got my visa approved today at the Abuja consulate.
2nd time attempt. Again, first to be interviewed.

Here's my my transcript:

VO: Good morning (I replied)
VO: have you ever been to the US before?
Me: No. Not to the US.
VO: OK. How about any other country?
Me: Yes.
VO: Where?
Me: China. (He didn't hear, and I had to repeat that)
VO: for how long were you there?
Me: 2 years (he said oh, cool)
VO: what did you go for?
Me: I went there for my Master's program.
VO: Ok.
*The conversation above took place under the first one minute or so, even before taking my biometrics*

VO: ok, please place your fingers for capturing. (I did)
VO: pass me your passport and documents. (He perused my i20 and typed at length. At a point he nodded his head as though in agreement with something. That sent a relaxing feel across my mind. I was like, this man is getting convinced I'm worthy o. lol

VO: What's your highest qualification?
Me: Master's degree
VO: In what?
Me: Mechanical Engineering.
VO: what's your specific area in mechanical engineering during your MS?
Me: Electrochemical Corrosion (At this point, I was uneasy because my PhD research will not be exactly in this area any longer, and I will have to explain why it so. I wasn't really happy at this point. Thanks I have my nose mask on, cos my smile went away momentarily. lol)

VO: Ok, I see you have assistantship. How much of your tuition does it cover?
Me: My tuition is around 33k but my overall expenses is $52,741 and that's even below my assistantship. And I have about 4k in surplus.
VO: Yeah, that's right.
VO: Are you single or married?
Me: I'm married. (He briefly glanced at my ring finger, it was empty.
VO: So, will your family go with you to the US?
Me: No they won't. (He waited for more explanation) I continued to say, "but I plan to pay scheduled visit to Nigeria at least once in an academic session". A beautiful expression came on his face when he heard "scheduled visit" I really could perceive it. And he continued to type at length.

VO: What does your wife do?
Me: She's into sales of clothing materials, shoes and bags.
VO: Ok. He puts my newest passport in a box beside him leaving the old one behind at his front. At this moment, I knew it's a YES!
He handed me the white paper and said "It will take about a week before your visa will be ready and you will need that paper to claim it"
Me: Oh, ok.
VO: You can go.
Me: Wow. Thank you very much. God bless you.
VO: you're welcome.

I'm the happiest man today!!!

congratulations

obajoey:
BGSU.

which course?

Istanbul8819:
Someone should kindly reply me. Thanks

contact walspring or fairheart

Istanbul8819:
I was offered full funding for a master's degree program in the USA, Illinois to be precise. The graduate school sent the contract, it has $1000 monthly stipend and all tuition waived, and I was asked to sign it and send the hard copy back to them. I am not to scan it or send it via a email. I am intending to send it to them via FedEx. I am asking if that is the way it is done, because I was wondering why I couldn't sign it and just scan it back.

I will be requesting my I-20, can I ask them to send it via email or I need to receive it via courier? I don't want any stories when I go for my interview with the VO if I present a printed on sent by email. Kindly advise me on that.

Also, what is the current price for SEVIS fees and Visa fees so I can prepare to be at the embassy. And if I start the processing what is the appointment timeline, hope I can get an appointment soon a I will be resuming in Fall.

And I don't mind connecting with would be students of the same institution going there this Fall 2021 who are Nigerians. The school is Eastern Illinois University. Thanks

did you write GRE, which course? are they still accepting applications?

lentomac:
Funded Computer Science Assistantships in the U.S

Find Attachment below to see the links

thanks for the link

lentomac:
MS Research Assistantships in Applied Ecology, North Carolina State University

Specializing in Environmental Risk Sciences

Seeking highly motivated candidates for MS Research Assistantships focused on environmental risk assessments of new technologies, such as nanotechnology, advanced materials, and/or biotechnologies.

Research projects may be related to:
Evaluating risk assessment frameworks for new, emerging technologies used in food and agriculture;
Evaluating uncertainties in risk assessment that evaluate new/novel risks;
Evaluating risks and benefits of new (bio)technologies developed for conservation.

Assistantships will also develop materials for NC State Extension. Collaboration with the Genetic Engineering and Society (GES) Center at NC State is also possible, with an option of pursuing an additional minor in GES.

Two years of funding available on a Research Assistantship, with demonstrated progress towards the student’s degree.

Assistantship will start in August 2021, and includes a salary, tuition, and health benefits.

Required Skills: BSC in natural sciences, biology, engineering, or other STEM-related field, with strong research, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills: Familiarity with risk sciences, including risk assessment and communication, as well as interest or experience in community outreach and education.

Application Deadline: April 1, 2021

Application Instructions:
Please send your Academic CV, transcripts, 3 references, and a personal statement that describes your motivations and goals for the MS assistantship to Dr. Khara Grieger (kdgriege@ncsu.edu), no later than April 1, 2021

Complete and submit a graduate application through the NC State Graduate School (https://grad.ncsu.edu/).

Students may find information about the Biology Graduation Program and application procedures at:

https://bio.sciences.ncsu.edu/graduate/graduate-programs/biology/

@lentomac , please keep sharing, you are doing a good job.
thanks and God bless

kastgeraldino:
Please what is the ethos of this thread? As I said earlier, any serious person would find a way to get those information he is posting. This is an information age. This place is for visa folks and those with more targeted questions, not people still starting early navigation—though they can be helped if they have done serious leg work and are specific. All he is doing is making it harder for people to see the serious visa-related questions.

have you not seen people discussing about schools, scholarship, payment for fees, GRE, etc. are they visa related, if the information shared is not useful to you, why dont let those of us that find it useful be.

Tian24495:
I agree.

I really don't use Nairaland for any other reason than to get information about the visa process.

I follow this thread and sometimes it's frustrating to see notifications for 30 - 50 new posts talking about admission opportunities.

I can understand the utility of these info, but I don't think this is the right thread for that

it is not all information on this thread that is of use to everybody, any one that is not necessary to you, you just move on, some of the information he is posting on this thread are of great help to a lot of us, please do not discourage him.

thanks

kastgeraldino:
Bro, it's great that you are helping prospective students, but don't you think this is the wrong place to be posting all these? Perhaps you can just attach a small link without using pages. Moreover, those who are really serious will find a way to get this information. This space is mainly for visa stuff, if I'm not mistaken.

Please do not discourage him from posting these information, it is of great help to most of us, it is necessary

lentomac:
Funding Opportunities for MATHEMATICS ASSISTANTSHIP

See links in the word document attached

thanks

lentomac:
Funding Opportunities for MATHEMATICS ASSISTANTSHIP

See links in the word document attached

Thanks bro

lentomac:
Funding Opportunities for MATHEMATICS ASSISTANTSHIP

See links in the word document attached

thanks

lentomac:
Funding Opportunities for GEOGRAPHY_GIS ASSISTANTSHIP

See links in the word document attached

Can you help with Computer Science and also Statistics

hello all,

if you reject an admission to a school, will it have any negative effect on you in case of future application

horlahsunbo225:
Got full funded PhD computer science admission today
Montana state university

congratulations, was GRE waived?

mvem:
are any of your admits PhD because it is more likely schools fund PhDs compared to Masters

they are all MS programs

fairheart:
Wow, 9 and still doing more? That is fantastic! Are you a graduate student?
I will manage to create time this evening to write about ways to approach funding. It seems that is where most students are having challenge.

Yes, i applied for MS programs

fairheart:
Gre study materials sent to new email address under my mention. I wish you all the best.

How is admission and funding for fall 2021 coming?
Please share your experience and the schools you've received funding from.

I applied to 9 schools so far (though i am still applying to more),
4 has given me admission, but challenge is funding, i am waiting for the one that will give me full funding or very little deficit.