Living in the US illegally is like a death sentence in my view. You would just be existing here not living your life. I don't know how all these Mexicans cope, anyway they have a lot of family here so guess it won't be that bad for them. As for Nigerians, living illegally is a no no. Life is too short to live like that. You can't drive, can't get any meaningful job, can't even visit your country. Is that one life? What's the essence of life if you can't do all these. People that live illegally I can't even imagine the trauma they are passing through. It is not for the faint hearted.

Companies in developed nations don't give employees drivers. It's either you brother is lieing or may be you did not understand what he said.

bjhaid:
For some reasons I can't mention the name of the company, it's one of the top mobile and web payments company in the state.

If you migrate legally, living abroad is fine. If you over stay your visa and still find a way of legalizing your stay well good for you. But living as an illegal alien in the US. To me it's absolutely not worth it. Life is too short to subject ones self to such a life. You make money and send to Nigeria yet you can't go to Nigeria to enjoy it. Then what's the point? You can't live a good life as an illegal in the US.

What month are you looking at?

chrisdavinci:
I am having issues scheduling an appointment. How do you guys go about it? Cant see any available space both in Lag and Abj

No it's not too early and I don't think you have a problem with the employment ish as you just completed your NYSC. It shld not be a problem.

chrisdavinci:
Hi, you guys are doing a great job. I have been following the discussions here for quite a while now. I was admitted to Texas A&M University-Kingsville to study Chemical Engineering(MSc), was given $8k+ scholarship. I made the necessary payments already and I have my I-20 with me. Filled the DS-160 as well as paid the visa application fee. School resumption is Aug 10 and I have plans to schedule and interview next month is that too early? Also, I just passed out from nysc and currently unemployed can that affect my visa approval?
looking forward to your feedback guys.

Ok. Solve your wife's 1-94 issue then reapply. You have enough time. Probably you where just unlucky to meet a very strict VO.

duduafri:
Oh sorry, didnt see it from that angle

Its Montclair State University New Jersey. It a public funded university

It's possible but why did you blur out the name of the school. The school could be part of the problem too. MBA Is not a program to do in just anytype of school. Anyway give more details about the school.

duduafri:
Hello House,

Here is the transcript.

VO: Passport and I 20 request
Me: Greeted and handed it over

Scanned my Barcode
VO: have u been to the US before
ME: Yes, I have travelled to the US twice

VO: whic other country have you visited aside US
Me: South Africa

VO: Why are you going to the US
ME: For My MBA at ****** University at NJ

VO: Are u married
ME: Yes, with a Son

VO: Where does your wife and son live
ME: they reside in Lagos with me

VO: Where is the school Located
ME: montclair, NJ

VO: What do you for work
ME: Product manager at bank *****

VO: Which other organisations have you worked
ME: Stated It

VO: what were your job functions at other organisation
ME: Stated them

VO: One of your previous employement was contract job
ME: Yes

VO: Tell me some of the courses you will be taking during your program
ME: I listed 8 courses

VO: How will you pay for your studies
ME: Mom is sponsoring and my personal savings

VO: What does she do
ME: She is a successful business woman, she is into Importation of Fabric and Jewellery

VO: How much is your monthly income
ME: 373k

VO: Why is your wife not coming with you
ME: My wife is not coming with me because of her job, she is a banker and currently focusing on growing her career. Besides, we dont see any reason why she should come with me since I have plans to be visiting Nigeria whenever the school is on break.

VO: Sorry your Visa is not approved.... Gave me 214b

My concerns: I noticed she asked me questions about where my spouse lives, although they visited US earlier this year and they are back since Feb 25th.

When I checked her i94 status there was no depature date on her form. Could it be the VO is doubting if they are still in the US?

Your contribution would be highly appreciated.

Just that you can't get much details about the school

anodebeanthony:
What is the negative part of school not being ranked?

If I may ask. If you don't have free accomodation around DMV why do you want to school in the area? These are expensive areas. Anyway, for scholarship levels, try Howard in DC and Morgan in Maryland. They are kind of like black schools so they got lots of funding.

anodebeanthony:
I don't have free accommodation, I need affordable school in Maryland, Virginia and Washinton DC, if possible school that can give me a scholarship within those areas.

DC is a very expensive city. Do u have free accomodation? If yes, try other universities like Howard. But Howard is not cheap too Buh at least u have a change of getting scholarship.

anodebeanthony:
Thank you. Yes, the tuition is affordable. So what do you advise? If there is any school with affordable tuition please suggest and if there is any school that will give me a scholarship when I get admission please suggest.
Thank you once again

The school is not ranked but tuition is very affordable compared to other schools in DC area. Well I guess you can try, but not much is known about the school.

anodebeanthony:
A lot, I like the school but am not getting enough information about the undergraduate program from their site and the school is not responding to my email. Please if you are in that school please drop your contact let's talk.

This is surely grace of God. Congratulations.

Tunnyz7:
VISA APPROVED THIS MORNING
It was just God's mercy only...Below is my transcript
me: good morning (with smiles)
Vo: good morning(she smiles right back) can I have your passport and your form i20
me: *passes it to her
Vo: what's your highest level of education
Me: National Diploma
Vo: you mean polytechnic
Me: yes
Vo: from when to when
Me: 2012-2014
Vo:When did you finish high school
Me: 2009
Vo: I noticed there's a few gap between your high school and your ND, what were u doing between those years
Me: was searching for admission and I also started working in a cafe to get more used to computers which is my passion from childhood
Vo: how many schools did you apply to
Me: 3 and I named them
Vo: is it just this school that has given you admission
Me: yes, for now
Vo: I can see you have an on housing scholarship how did you get that
Me: it's given to international students that merits it in the school, the school saw my high school results and felt I merit it
Vo: what does your dad do
Me: I told her
Vo: so what will you be doing with this degree when you get it
Me: I'll come back to Nigeria and *vo cuts in
Vo: and probably go for your masters if your parents can afford it right?
Me: yes, when the time comes
Vo: *types for some secs.. I'll be approving your visa, pick it up in this address in next 3 working days
Me: thank you

It was just God's grace and mercy, anyone that feels God is not involved in visa issuance is just... Well I've learnt to trust God over the years. Canada delayed me twice and with my Virgin passport and first time at the US embassy God gave me this visa. No documents was asked, not even the name of my school or why I chose it. All I can say is thank you Jesus and God bless everyone on this thread.

What exactly do you want to know about the school?

anodebeanthony:
Please can someone answer me?

Bad school. Lost accreditation Sept 2016. Doubt you would be given visa with that school. Why don't u take your time and look for better schools in VA. Try George Mason university. They are both in fairfax.

kayvine4u:
hello house,

has anyone received F1 visa recently with a VIU 1_20 form (aka virginia International University). Are they still blacklisted in the embassy, cos i know their standard has improved.

Post full transcript. The problem could come from any angle.

duduafri:
Hello House,

I was refused F1 today based on 214B. I have visited the US twice and my family have also been to the US once. we have all returned form our previous visits.

During my interview, I noticed the VO asked me why my wife isnt going with me and I answered her that she wouldnt be coming with me because of her Job. she is currently focusing on her career and since i have plans to be visiting whenever the school is break.

After the interview, I researched on what 214b means and this prompted my to check our i-94 records online. I noticed that my wife's and son's departure dates were not recorded online and they have returned to Nigeria since March 4th.

Here are my questions?

1. How do I overcome 214b rejection despite being to the US twice and returned without overstaying.
2. What do we need to do to address the incomplete I-94 travel record for my wife and son as their exit date wasnt captured online.

Your prompt feedback would be appreciated.

Regards,

Congratulations

Tunnyz7:
Yessssss help me thank God VISA APPROVED THIS MORNING IN LAGOS. 6:30am it was just God's grace. I'll post my transcript later. Big shout-out to everyone on this thread. God bless!!!

I did not evaluate my transcript. I just sent official copies directly from my school.

aamstih:
Pls if the schools one is applying only make mentions of 'official transcripts' and no mention of WES, does this imply that transcript sent by one's alma mater and not a transcript evaluated by WES would suffice? Thanks

Some schools accepts original transcripts without evaluation by WES and the rest.

Mekurexx:
Official transcripts means an evaluated transcripted that is sealed when delivered. You will have to evaluate your transcript either by WES or IERF. Then the evaluatiion agency sends the sealed transcript to the school you are applying to

You can check on grad cafe. See link http://www.thegradcafe.com/survey/index.php?q=colorado+state+university&t=a&o=p&pp=25

samieola:
hi bro, wanna ask if colorado state university as started admitting for Msc fall 2017? any if u gat any useful info concerning d skool pls kindly share wit me. hve sent all necessary documents, hve been waiting for my admission letter since January. tnx

His attitude is very childish. But to be sincere he is one among only about 4 senators that I have heard speak well in the chambers or make any meaningful contribution In senate. Be it negative or positive. Well goes to show u the quality of people we have in the senate.

For TA/GA positions it's better you Get a score of 100 and above.

johnsonnob:
someone should help me attend to these

This is uncalled for. Who cares if you work with top 1. He did not say anything wrong to warrant such talk. He was just wanting you to give extra details. All these Nigerian mentality of I work here and there who you be is very bad. Anyway whn u enter US u Wld drop it by force becos nobody go send you.

Ugoh11:


So this is going to be my last post on this.. and that's because I need to give back.. to this thread..
First of all I need to make you understand that I am no novice.. I work for a top four audit firm and I own my own start up.. so I know the A-Z about loans..

Haven said that.. prodigy finance does not work like finance institution.. per say .. their modus operandi is focused on providing funding for intl students..

Alums of different skols requiring safe returns form most of their investors..

They have controls in place to ensure that you use the money strictly for skol not biz and all.. so disbursements will be made thru your skol..

I know atleast 3 guys who went to Wharton that work with the Nigerian office of top 4 consulting firm all financed by prodigy..

I won't put up my letter and or terms here cos I really have nufin to prove..

But anyway if someone offers you 100k dollar loan to study at the best universities in the world with a payback period of 15-20 years.. why are you bothered as too why there is no collateral.. except u do not plan to pay back.. thus demolishing your credit record and goodwill

For your information almost all mba students are financed by loans..

Oh less I forget.. don't just spew ignorance from your mouth on something you know nufin about.. do your research.. and stop spreading hearsay.. #factsovereverything
This piece is for all those who are zealous to change their careers via an MBA or msc but cannot due to paucity of funds...

Had similar issue. One school sent me a mail that the grade of a particular course looks unclear. I had to get my school to scan and send the school a copy via email.

titoakala:

unofficial, i scanned all the documents to them. have not gotten any admission at all.

In Donald Trumps voice "You are looking for trouble". Not possible, if you do not resume school the school would report you and your visa would be canceled. You would need to exist the country within days.

aminlove:
Hello guys, am new here... Please I wanna ask a question

I intend to apply for an undergraduate program at University of Bridgeport, USA... get the student VISA and and defer the admission and work for a year or two before start schooling. Is it possible? What are the pros and cons?


Thanks.

Ameachi return rivers state $43 millions. The federal government can not save you from this one.

Ameachi owns that apartment and the money. Fact! Only zombies would belive this poorly fabricated story

You are the one fooling your self. Obvious Zombie. GEJ that has been out of office for over two years. So $50 million dollars has just been lying idel for two years, only zombies can belive that. Take it or leave it, This cash was released in this administration and owned by someone close to Buhari. That's the only reson for such stupid grand cover up. Your guess is good as mine, who would this administration stick out its neck for? Only Amechi.

deomello:






Stop fooling and lying to yourself, the funds was approved by GEJ and released under GEJ.

And you belive them? Nigeria is finished. GEJ is corrupt no doubt but leave him out of this. This cash came from the CBN in this administration.

deomello:



GEJ approved the funds and operation that was funded and started under GEJ and GEJ is yet to deny the claim.

Worry about your own flawed brain.

Rubbish. Lies lies lies. What nonsense covert operation in Nigeria? Are they chasing Assad or Putin? Nigerian is not USA, Isreal, China or Iran to be carrying out any covert operation that requires such funds. Besides covert funds are usually marked and most are even fake mixed with real money. Only those hypnotized by this government would belive such a story.

ocelot2006:


Covert Agencies around the world keep slush funds to finance covert/black ops around the world. The National Intelligence Agency is no different. With respect to this saga, i think Magu just overstepped the EFCC's boundaries and heads may roll.

So you actually belive this cock and bull story? Like for real?

porozhniy:
This article is the reason boko haram still full ground; there is absolutely no synergy between our security agencies.
Magu could have simply stayed execution, secured the asset whilst seeking further clarification from the NIA, since the NIA DG personally tried to stop him.
Why did the EFCC let the media in since the NIA were potentially involved ?

This is hogwash and bull crap. The only covert operation that would require such crazy money in peace times is the operation Election 2019. Now it becoming more and more plausible that ameachi owns the apartment in question. Only someone close to the president deserves such grand cover up.