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Travel / Re: Nigerian Students Who Are Now Americans, How Did You Do It? by meritdee(m): 1:15pm On Jan 22, 2023 |
You don’t need a PhD to be eligible for the EB2-NIW. I have friends that obtained theirs with only Master’s. Some of us got ours mid PhD/D.Eng. MSc and MBA with extensive research findings (you don’t need to have papers published) and field experience will do just fine. I shared some insights in the thread below. https://www.nairaland.com/6354180/general-usa-student-visa-enquiries-part/87#100240998 Gerrard59: 4 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: Nigerian Students Who Are Now Americans, How Did You Do It? by meritdee(m): 6:12am On Jan 22, 2023 |
The EB2-NIW is a pathway that I feel Nigerians are sleeping on. I’ve mentioned this in one of the US travel parts before. Indians and the Chinese have been using it for a very long time. Hence the heavy backlog. It’s the same path that myself and some of my friends used. The link below will provide more context. https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-second-preference-eb-2 Gerrard59: 7 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 6:58pm On Sep 17, 2021 |
To be admitted and granted VISA as an F1 student, you have to indicate that you'd be full-time during the course of your study. Omotola222: |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 9:11pm On Sep 04, 2021 |
TitilayoAde: Please contact me through the Nairaland 'send E-mail message' feature. Apologies for the late reply. |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 9:08pm On Sep 04, 2021 |
Systrom: Which of them don't work? |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 5:54pm On Jul 30, 2021 |
The emboldened phrase needs a lot of work. It is incomplete and doesn't show that you've done any research. "Data collection and customer database" are technical terms that do not belong in this phrase. I would start by giving a brief overview of the connection between IT and your business goals. Cite an example of an ongoing research in AI-powered fashion designing and production in one sentence. Then deliver how I intend to leverage on the opportunity to prepare my business for the future of fashion. Good luck in your next interview. Tosinmichael11: 1 Like |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 5:26pm On Jul 30, 2021 |
Leave it as it is. If asked to clarify, inform the officer that your parents own the business. Toriah789: |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 2:33pm On May 07, 2021 |
Musbeni: Congratulations man and thank God. |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 6:47pm On Mar 28, 2021 |
Musbeni: Sure, you can. |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 5:44pm On Mar 28, 2021 |
Worriedwife: Yes, you can. Look for schools that offer conditional admission. You may also want to evaluate your CGPA on a 4-point scale as well. 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 5:42pm On Mar 28, 2021 |
Gokoyer1401: Hi Gokoyer, Google this ---> US universities that accept HND. The first search result has all the information you need. 1 Like |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 5:38pm On Mar 28, 2021 |
iire: Hi Iire, I would advise you to go through some of the interview transcripts that someone shared with you earlier. There is enough information in the transcripts for embassy preparation. Draft a unique transcript and share it for review. When you are ready for a mock interview, please send me a PM. |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 5:26pm On Mar 28, 2021 |
abdullahi45: Hi Abdullahi, Applying and interviewing for F-1 VISA from South Africa will not reduce your chances of securing a VISA. Resuming your Ph.D. immediately after your master's degree shows you're ambitious, but you would have to convince the VO why a US School is the next move in your ambitious journey. If you maintained a good travel history between Nigeria and South Africa, you need not worry about home ties. That you would be back in Nigeria or South Africa for work should not be the first thing you'd say when asked what you'll do after your Doctoral program. What if there are specific areas in the US where your research breakthrough would significantly boost their economy? I would start by highlighting the importance of evaluating sectors (around the world) where your research would be useful. Obtain buy-in, and contribute to the improvement of the sector. Tailor your responses around being an ambitious researcher and be consistent. Goodluck. 3 Likes |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 8:09am On Mar 27, 2021 |
MamaJJJ: From my findings, it is better to make arrangements to bring your child along. Leaving your 1-year-old child behind isn't a home tie; it is punishment. Your child needs you. 12 Likes |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 16 by meritdee(m): 8:49pm On Mar 26, 2021 |
Hi pals, This information is for those planning to change status from F1 to GC after or during their study. * Yes, marriage works but don't do it because of paper. You don't want anyone to make you feel indebted to them for the rest of your life. And most importantly, avoid marriage fraud. * If you're confident in finding a company to file H1B for you and certain about job security. Go for it! * The third is a route that many Nigerians with highly sought-after skills aren't taking advantage of. This is the self-petition Employment-Based (2nd preference) National Interest Waiver (EB2-NIW). With an advanced degree (Masters), verifiable work experience (references), the ability to research and spot an area where your skill would add value to the US economy (find a problem and propose a solution), then 10 years GC could be yours. Being an author of published research article(s) in your area of interest is an added advantage but not required. The additional criteria(critical), which the petitioner would write in the form of a justification letter, are listed below. (AKA, the three prongs) * The proposed endeavor must have both substantial merit and national(US) importance. * You are well-positioned to advance the proposed endeavor. (You have the skills required) * It would be beneficial to the United States to waive the requirements of a job offer and thus the labor certification. Your problem definition and proposed solution = the Proposed Endeavor More information can be found here ---> https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/permanent-workers/employment-based-immigration-second-preference-eb-2 I may have to write and share a detailed process with samples via a dropbox link later. However, anyone who is interested in the third option can find detailed processes and samples online with little research. I wish everyone success. 35 Likes 9 Shares |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 3:41pm On Oct 23, 2020 |
dipdat123: All of these do not show that you have any connection with the school. From all your factors, I'd advice you stick to relationship with your professors. Go on the research area webpage of your chosen program. Search and pick a research title that you feel you'll be comfortable talking about (Since you've chosen the school at this point, you just gotta pick one even if you fancies none), read the overview for better understanding and reach out to the lead researcher/professor. Please do some research on the topic before reaching out though. If you are lucky, the prof will reply you with some of the milestones already achieved and a snippet into what they are doing next (you're already having conversation with your prof and you also have key info for your next interview). However, in the case that you didn't receive a response, you just have to hold-on to the information you dug up from your research (the overview, your findings and how you think you can improve the research team) for your next interview. For your next interview: * The Research title (Do not pick USArmy or NSA funded research. E get why) * Know the Professor name * You have been invited to join the research team * Summary of The Research overview Your findings and how you intend to improve the team when you join them. I assumed your focus is Cybersecurity. Reason for the italicized in the first bullet. Be concise and confident during the interview. P.S. You won't look confident speaking about fabricated info. So please do some research. 4 Likes |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 3:51am On Oct 19, 2020 |
opexy89: The SEVIS fee amount ($350 for F1) can be found here --> https://www.ice.gov/sevis/i901/faq Naira conversion depends on rate. Here's the link for your I-20 validation and status check --> https://www.fmjfee.com/i901fee/index.html Contact @walspring if you need additional help. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 7:01pm On Jan 06, 2020 |
LagosismyHome: I thought it was you at first. I was like wait a minute.. lol 1 Like |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 2:35pm On Sep 19, 2019 |
Pharmz: So far Family is entered as your source of funding on your I-20 (which is the case in most schools), you can use a different statement. Just make sure it's genuine. |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 2:25pm On Sep 19, 2019 |
Sosao: Yes I am. |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 8:15pm On Sep 18, 2019 |
LazyFolk: Yes you can. 1 Like |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 7:43pm On Sep 17, 2019 |
Gospelozy: cheaptour: * Traveling for the conference won't be a problem * Start your VISA application right away. * It's okay to visit schools. * "Coming fall" semester starts next year August, so you have enough time apply. 1 Like |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 1:35pm On Sep 17, 2019 |
Walspring: Big man, glad you're still here. A real veteran of the Student Visa Thread. |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 1:27pm On Sep 17, 2019 |
LagosismyHome: Lol, you can't blame her. That's what they made them believe. Funmi098: Your family(hubby and kids) is eligible for F2 VISA based on your F1(If granted). It is even advisable to apply with your family. However, you would have to prove that you have financial means to support the family during your stay in the U.S. 5 Likes |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 5:16pm On Sep 16, 2019 |
adurajoseph: Strike that out cuz you'd be surprised at what you're capable of in a more conducive learning environment. Have you considered MBA with concentration in Data Analytics? This would help broaden your search query as they are similar in course outline. University of Baltimore has an impressive MBA-Data Analytics program but the tuition is on the high side. I paid ~$11,300/semester before I left. Some schools may request for one or two years professional experience to be eligible for admission into their Business program. I think your business and NYSC experience covers that if well packaged. 4 Likes |
Travel / Re: General USA Student Visa Enquiries-part 15 by meritdee(m): 4:49pm On Sep 16, 2019 |
Sosao: Welcome to Morgan State! 1 Like |
Travel / Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by meritdee(m): 3:29pm On Aug 13, 2018 |
drwrites: Hi Drwrites, I’d suggest you defer the admission to the next admission semester as you have barely 7 calendar days to apply and get travel documents. It is however still possible to apply and be issued a visa within 7 days if you are able to fill out your DS-160 and book interview appointment for this week. (If you’re will to take this risk, it is advisable to call your school and request for a new I-20 with resumption extension though). Good luck with your decision. |
Travel / Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by meritdee(m): 5:21am On Aug 13, 2018 |
justi4jesu: Lol, you still report here. It’s always good to give back to the community. I was here too. |
Travel / Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 12 by meritdee(m): 2:10pm On Jul 22, 2017 |
ProfOjah1234: Bro, I greet you o. � |
Travel / Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 12 by meritdee(m): 2:07pm On Jul 22, 2017 |
goldenfresh: Please check your mail. I slept off. |
Travel / Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 12 by meritdee(m): 2:03am On Jul 22, 2017 |
biikeys: Yeah |
Travel / Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 12 by meritdee(m): 12:13am On Jul 22, 2017 |
OGreene: Replied |
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