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ABUJA

MARCH 7th

Came in past 7am, joined several queues. Appointment 7:30am

Interview time :9:20am


VO: Pass me your i20
Me: Alright here it is
VO: Scans through I20, nods head, and says "So University of Florida PhD" I said yes.

Have you travelled before?

Me: No I have not had a reason to

My PhD in in internet of things , and connected systems, and ...

VO interrupts me and says what do you plan to do when you return?

Me: I will take up a senior role. My company is expanding its R and D footprint as we service clients in Oil and gas and Energy systems.....

VO: Cuts in again.. What do you do right now

Me: iam an engineering project consultant.

VO: Nods head and smiles a bit while

I continue to talk about
t how I want to come back and take up a senior role, and conduct research with my alma mater.

VO: Interrupts and says take this paper and follow the instructions on how to pick your visa.

Me: Thanks you

Total interview time : 3 mins

Followed this thread for three years. Too much invaluable information. Thank you all.

Meanwhile , Anyone in Florida for the summer?

justdoit100:


Hello Chibertha, my fellow MU people.
Someone already forwarded it here, but I'll post it again.

In my last interview, I had no LinkedIn profile, and I made an error on my DS-160, which Barrister Ogbu noticed after I sent him my DS-160 for review. I built my LinkedIn profile and uploaded all my certifications. For someone with a long career, the VO wouldn't believe that I actually work with the said organization if I didn't have an online presence.

I was the third in line and the first to be approved. The interview started around 10:15 a.m.
 
VO: Hello.
Me: Good morning.
VO: Could you pass me your form?
Me: Yes! You can have it.
VO: So, you're going to Marshall University.
Me: Correct! I'm going to Marshall University for my Masters in Geography, and I will be taking a minimum of 34 credit hours with courses like bla bla. Under the supervision of Professor Jamie, I would be researching the impact of *****. (I stuttered at first but gained momentum when she said that she was interested in my research, so I continued and she didn't interrupt me.)
VO: Have you been outside the country?
Me: No! I've been very busy working in Nigeria.
VO: So, do you have any relatives living in the US?
Me: No! I don't. All my relatives live in Nigeria.
VO: So, you were here last year, going to FSU, and were denied this year again, going to Marshall University. Tell me what has changed and why you think you were denied. Be honest with me.
Me: I think the last time I was in Lagos, I was unable to explain my funding clearly and concisely. I have been awarded a graduate teaching assistantship that covers 70% of my tuition and fees and a $6,000 stipend to cater for my living expenses. I have worked for over 11 years and have saved 12 million naira, of which I will use part to cover my deficit.

VO: So what about your uncle? Why is he not sponsoring you again?
Me: I have enough money to cover my deficit; that's why my account statement was used. But he still promised to assist me, as he always does. 
VO: I think this school is very affordable too?
Me: Yes! I was offered a GTA.
VO: Are you married?
Me: No, but I'm in a committed relationship, and we plan to tie the knot when I come back to Nigeria after my program.
VO: What's your post-study plan?
I will be returning as the regional GIS head in our organization; we're the 4th largest in Nigeria. I will be applying geospatial technologies to combat energy theft and generate more revenue for the organization.
VO: Is the company private?
Me: Yes! Following the unbundling of PHCN in 2013.
VO: In the US, ours is run by the government.
Me: Okay
VO: Have you applied to Canada before?
(I guess she opened my LinkedIn and saw the Canada WES evaluation report because I saw her screen reflection on her glasses.)
Me: No! When I wanted to evaluate my transcript, I accidentally selected Canada instead of the USA, so I had to pay another fee and transfer my transcript to WES USA. (which she cut off)
VO: It's okay. Your visa is approved.
You will get an email soon. Enjoy your stay.
Me: "Thank you!"

I was just indifferent, and it was after I got out that the security guys told me to smile and said congratulations.

That was when I started getting emotional.

Abuja Embassy
14/12/2022
Blonde lady VO

Congratulations!!! You were prepared.
I have sent a PM. I need to join a visa date search group.

I'll appreciate if anyone can add me to some. Thanks.

Terry27:
Please don't wait, start now to process your visa. The available date for Abuja currently is September 2023, that's already fall. Most programs expect you to be in the US by August if you plan to begin in the Fall semester. Congratulations on your offer.

Thank you. Schools says my i20 will only be ready by January. Anything I can begin before then? I understand visa dates are very difficult now. Any date search groups here?

NigPatriot:


Congratulations, dont get complacent too, you should begin your visa preparations early.

Yeah. Thank you. That's the next step. The visa hurdle is another journey.

Lasisieniola77:
Thank you, please can i submit it for schools requesting for unofficial evaluation

Many schools do not request for unofficial evaluation. They accept unofficial transcripts and will later request for an official copy after admission. However, some schools will request for an official copy. In this case, you will need to do an official WES evaluation. Please read through the thread. There are relevant information that will guide you.

Lasisieniola77:
How did you do your wes unofficial evaluation

You can use the Wes unofficial website. It has a page where you can convert any GPA to a US grade equivalent using your transcript grades.

Google " Wes iGPA calculator" and visit the website. Remember, this is unofficial. I hope this helps

I've received an official fully funded PhD offer from the University of Florida for the summer term.

Next is visa ooo. Lol.

I think I prefer Abuja. I'll have to wait for January.

Hello guys, how possible is it to still get appointments for visa, if i apply for spring. I have a fully funded offer from a faculty member for fall 23. However, i have discussed with my advisor, to bring it forward. i.e spring/summer 23. The decision would be determined by the feasibility of getting an interview date.

Is this still possible for spring 23?

Anyone got the recent K-12 gig??

ademolayem:
I did mine on the 3rd, still expecting reply from Latinhire.

Yeah, me too

Okay. It would be nice to get information from someone who currently does it. I need information on how it operates, work conditions et al. The overall experience.

Please who currently does the K-12 math instructor gig. I got a mail to apply. How's it like. Is it worth it?

Hello guys. Please can anyone recommend good schools for ECE for fall , with funding considerations MS/PHD
Profile:
Bachelors: Electrical engineering 4.47/5 3.65(WES Unofficial)
Work experience 2 years
GRE:310
Thank you for the help. I will appreciate tips that would help me. #Fall22
Also do you think December is too late for applications considering funding.
Bosses in the house @ponpon @obene12 @seeker88 @nastydamus @icool @scholastica @Drhopeful @Hirschfelder @dremanuel
Everyone who has contributed to this thread. I need help and guidance now oo

cupcakes11:
Guys pls I need urgent answer.... once your GRE score is available on your dashboard, how long before your score receives the score if you filled the schools on test day. Like do they receive immediately or how long?

Typically 10-15 days

Please, anyone with magoosh premium or Powerprep plus to share. Thank you for the help

Please who is on the newgremaster group on Facebook, so i can be added. Thank you.

Gerrard59:


How can I be of help to you?

Thank you. I'd wanted to ask for some guidance on applying to graduate school. I had initially settled for Dec 6th as a tentative date to sit for the GRE. I'm also still preparing my SOPs and awaiting LORs. Thank you

Please do you guys think December 6th is too late for GRE? Considering admission for fall 2022

Soulvein:
Apart from a laptop, what else does one need to have in order to take the home version of this test?

Please visit the official ETS website.I think i came across such information there.

Anyone done Wes unofficial evaluation? I noticed the only fields i need to fill are course credits and letter grades. How will they know the different weighting for different levels in calculating final GPA, and i noticed it is not split into years. How does it work? I'm a bit skeptical.

update.
Profile
GPA 4.47/5 (3.65/4) WES unofficial
GRE still loading
Electrical engineering
I'm looking at MS/PHD
Any advice would be appreciated.

Please someone should recommend a legit plug for GRE registration. Budget 50k. Thank you.

Walspring:


I tried as much to reply every email I got even though if it’s after a day or two.

If you didn’t see my mail in your inbox, kindly check your spam or junk.

Welcome back , I didn't get a reply, I have sent another.

calculator123:


I did twice now, the bot banned me.

I think you can add it to your profile.

NoFap123:

Remind me to share the link later

Please share the link- A reminder

Please , is there any difference between the standard passport and the new e-passport asides the 10 year validity period and the enhanced security features? Difference in terms of usage.

BoluwajiPieters:


I don't know about Asaba but it shouldn't be this expensive. Just get someone on the inside (preferably a high ranking official,) settle him, submit your details and follow-up on the process..

Yeah, it is what it is, I actually called an official directly, who gave me a breakdown. I called someone else, who called someone he knew inside too. And he gave me same feedback. Nigeria. I'm thinking of going the DIY route, but I need it in 8weeks max.

NoFap123:

You don't need a passport to register but you need one to write the exam ( test center). It's not needed if you're writing the GRE at home.

I lost access to my email here

Thanks bro. Is there some sort of study group? On Whatsapp or telegram? And can I get study materials from you?

Hey guys, I just made some inquiries about the GRE, and was told, i do not need to present a passport at registration, but would need one on test day. Please how true is this, because immigrations want to frustrate themselves

Hello guys, so I've been trying to reach @walspring and @ponpon for GRE related issues. But both seem unavailable at the moment. Anyone with useful information on registration should please, help . Price et al, and available dates.
Thank you.

Hello guys, anyone with information on Asaba immigrations? Is it DIY friendly?
I made some enquiries from someone who told me passport is 45k normal and 70k Express.
I need one urgently at most 8weeks. How feasible is this.
Thank you.

Has anyone been able to get through to Walspring? I need to get registered for GRE. Also, any idea what dates are available for GRE? I can only see September online.

@walspring @ponpon Please I need your help. Sent several mails. Thank you