fairheart:


Why do you need to know her University? So that people will bomb it as they now did with Western Illinois University? I heard yesterday from someone at the embassy that many applicants came with Western Illinois University I-20 and almost, if not all of them, including someone who is fully funded, were refused.

So I have advised those who are in touch with me not to reveal their schools on this forum. I advise potential applicants that will be approved to keep their school out as well. Let every student find their own school and have a unique profile, so that they will take you serious when you apply for your visa at the embassy.

For your information, WIU was funding students until over 2500 Nigerian students bombed the school with applications. Now, they are reaping the result with many refusals.

Remember, the United States has over 5000 colleges and universities, so find your own school. Do the work! Don't avoid the work! It will help your journey. This is for all of you here!

Helkayklassic:


You’ll need to register at www.wes.org and select the country you want to further your studies either USA or Canada.

Also you’ll select course by course (I Cap) evaluation after which you’ll make a payment of 220 dollars or so( i am not so sure, confirm). Enter the details of all your post secondary and print out transcript request form.

After printing it out, fill it and send to your school. They will process it and ask you to pay. Make sure your school add your reference number to the Transcript they will be sending. When you make payment to Wes, the reference Number will be generated.

Hope this helps

Malone122:
lol I’m sure you know you shot yourself you have a brother there and you didn’t mention do you think they wouldn’t know
What’s the point of the lie

fairheart:

I know an immigration officer at the Ikoyi office. However, I am not promising you he will be able to help you if your application is still in the pool. But he is a nice man and he will assist you when you mention my name. I can't post his number here, so send a DM.

NigPatriot:


The issue of posting school name has lingered for long. And I see some people trying to impose their opinion on another, which I feel is wrong. I've been reading transcripts for a while and it's only recently I saw people censoring school information with "xyz" "abc" etc. - I doubt if people gain anything from such. It's better such transcript is kept to themself. I check indian blogs I don't see any of this censoring, if for any means they are always in unison in schools they apply to. I don't see any fuss in posting your school information. Some say it shows laziness in approach for those that copy and apply there, well wouldn't you rather want your Nigerian fellow with you in same school.

The idea of a school "casting" like WIU or University of new haven is a weak argument. People still get their visas from these schools, almost daily. The VOs are aware that most international students select these schools because of their low and affordable cost of attendance.

My deductions should be, if anyone wants to post their school they should be free to do so. Let's encourage a symbiotic environment and not a parasitic one, the sky is too big for everyone to fly. Hoarding information because "we want people to suffer before they get it" is a Nigerian mentality that's why we have things so hard in our land.

Visa will reach everyone, it's only a matter of time and chance.

emmanuelle27:
so the person that gave you that information was listening to all the VO's that interviewed every applicant and concluded that all WIU faithfuls were denied, he/she saw all of it? making up shit to drive home your point is not the best, someone who's Visa has already been approved should share his/her school that's one of the essence of these thread from judging from the past transcripts I have read, lighting my candle from yours does not extinguish your own flame, that is my opinion.

Patsido:
VISA APPROVED.
June 16, 2021.

All glory and Adoration to him who is able to do much more than we can ever ask or imagine.

This is my 3 Attempt. First was October 19, 2020 with my 9 yr old daughter at Lagos ( Florida State University, Tallahassee. Scholarship $15,000). Second Attempt, I applied alone December 2, 2020 at Abuja( Florida State University).

Third Attempt today June 16, 2021 ( Abuja). I applied with my 6 month old baby and 9 years old daughter. I couldn't imagine leaving her behind.
Appointment was for 8am. Got to the Embassy 6.45am. The rush of those hustlers at the embassy is indescribable. No matter what they asked me I just told them am fine and I don't need anything. Abuja Embassy had a lot of applicants today. When I got to the CGI official to arrange my documents, he asked for my passport photographs and it was no where to be found. I was just wondering which Kain local trouble be dis one. He asked me to take another picture for the 3 of us. I had to go back get my phone to retrieve soft copies. They printed for N3,000 after asking for N7500.
My interview finally took place at about 11.30am. I was interviewed by the white lady. They were just a male and female VO. I noticed the female VO was dishing out more approvals than denials.

Funding( Scholarship)- $40,000
Dependents- $13000
Deficit- $31000
Total deficit- $44,000

V.O: pass me your I-20 and passport

Me: Excuse ma'am I stutter sometimes ( �,)

V:O: That's ok

V.O: I see you are going to University of xxxxcx for your masters in Law.

Me: yes ma'am

VO: Are those your only children?

Me: yes ma'am

VO: How old are they?

VO: The baby is 6 months and the other is 9yrs old.

VO: You have been to the US?

Me: yes I got a child birth Visa in October 2017 and we bought our tickets shortly after but lost my pregnancy. We decided to change it to a Christmas vacation so that I can have a change of environment. I have the medical report.

VO: ( she kept nodding her head) and said sorry about that.

V.O: what is your highest qualification?

Me: I graduated with a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Jos in 2003 and proceeded to the Nigerian Law School same year and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2004.

Meanwhile she was reading and typing. I just dey kabash under my face mask. I dey cancel every negative remark on my profile.

VO: what is this masters going to do for you?

Me: Over the years my legal Career has been hinged on my Bachelor's degree and Work experience. I do not have a masters degree and because of the demand for legal pratictioners who are skilled in Nigeria, it has become imperative for me to acquire an advance knowledge in the field of law. This program will equip me with skills and knowledge to negotiate multinational transactions and regulatory framework for foreign trade and investment. This program will also equip me with skills and knowledge to resolve international sales disputes as I will be handling legal issues that arise from Multinational transaction on behalf of my clients in the corporate and commercial setting upon my return to Nigeria. I am also looking to improving my professional credentials so that I can secure a lucrative post in a multinational company in Nigeria.

VO: what have you been doing as a lawyer?

Me: I incorporate new companies, handle post incorporation processes, render legal opinion on my behalf...( She cut me off)

VO: ( she stops typing & starts looking at my I-20). You have a scholarship of $40,000 and the deficit will be taken care of by your husband?

Me: yes

VO: what does he do ?

Me: He is the CEO of xxxxx Nig LTD a furniture company that manufactures metal and wooden furniture for Schools in the Northeast on behalf of UNICEF, Educational Establishments and Individuals.
He also builds living Apartment and office spaces and offers for rent

VO: Ok I will be keeping your passports..... ( I no remember this last part)

Me: I was shocked when she made this statement. I never realized how this denials affected me. I was like approval with my two kids? She didn't ask for statement of account, accommodation , daycare, Evidence of Elementary school for my 9 years old


I already made arrangements for all of the above. I have been asking God to arise for me and he did.

Please if you see Jesus thank him for me. I shed tears of joy that my daughter asked me " Mummy we didn't win again"���

I gained a whole lot from the thread and it's fair that I come here to present my transcript.

Thank you Fairheart, for being so selfless.
Thank you Zeelady for the tips.

fairheart:


In this context, you miss the point. You need not to light your candle from another person's burning candle. You have what it takes create your own matches box and light your candle each time you need your light. Find your own schools. I know searching for schools and finding the right one is, perhaps, the hardest task in the entire application process, but do it. It is always worth it!
Some of you here are just not ready for the truth.

emmanuelle27:
so the person that gave you that information was listening to all the VO's that interviewed every applicant and concluded that all WIU faithfuls were denied, he/she saw all of it? making up shit to drive home your point is not the best, someone who's Visa has already been approved should share his/her school that's one of the essence of these thread from judging from the past transcripts I have read, lighting my candle from yours does not extinguish your own flame, that is my opinion.

fairheart:


Why do you need to know her University? So that people will bomb it as they now did with Western Illinois University? I heard yesterday from someone at the embassy that many applicants came with Western Illinois University I-20 and almost, if not all of them, including someone who is fully funded, were refused.

So I have advised those who are in touch with me not to reveal their schools on this forum. I advise potential applicants that will be approved to keep their school out as well. Let every student find their own school and have a unique profile, so that they will take you serious when you apply for your visa at the embassy.

For your information, WIU was funding students until over 2500 Nigerian students bombed the school with applications. Now, they are reaping the result with many refusals.

Remember, the United States has over 5000 colleges and universities, so find your own school. Do the work! Don't avoid the work! It will help your journey. This is for all of you here!

Gbengab0b0:
Good day everyone,
I need guidance about my F1 visa i got denial my first time which was June 2 ,2021 i was given the 214b form and wasn't told anything in particular when i was having my interview i was only asked 3 questions :
first was where I'm i studying ,second was whose sponsoring me(Dad) ,third was do i have anyone in the USA i said No ( i have a brother there schooling,hes should be done this year but hes a citizen now cos of his fiance )but after answering all i was given the 214b form but she was busy pressing her keyboard the whole time and she took about 1-2 min we didn't speak to each other cos she was busy pressing her keyboard then she asked again do i have any relation in the USA again.then she asked if I'm married i told her I'm single then she passed the 214b form to me pls anyone with this experience of anyone with advise on what to do (I'm planning on paying a new visa fee and reapply anyone with a tip or advise could reply here or on whatsapp 07065525024

Jukwasi:
Fairheart biko allow people. Their choice and not yours. The sky is very big for every living bird to fly. You said this before and I got my Visa. Stop killing people's spirit. I hate your lackadaisical disposition towards wiu and people hiding the name of their school. You are taking this too personal.

OlAfredd:

....
2. On the DS-160 application: there are 3 parts:
A. Who can Identify you in the US(paraphrased)/: should I put my bro or the school?
B. Who is sponsoring your trip: this has to be bro?
C. Do you have fam in the US: my bro- guess I can't avoid this since he's bankrolling the project.
Other info:
.......

Gbengab0b0:
Good day everyone,
I need guidance about my F1 visa i got denial my first time which was June 2 ,2021 i was given the 214b form and wasn't told anything in particular when i was having my interview i was only asked 3 questions :
first was where I'm i studying ,second was whose sponsoring me(Dad) ,third was do i have anyone in the USA i said No ( i have a brother there schooling,hes should be done this year but hes a citizen now cos of his fiance )but after answering all i was given the 214b form but she was busy pressing her keyboard the whole time and she took about 1-2 min we didn't speak to each other cos she was busy pressing her keyboard then she asked again do i have any relation in the USA again.then she asked if I'm married i told her I'm single then she passed the 214b form to me pls anyone with this experience of anyone with advise on what to do (I'm planning on paying a new visa fee and reapply anyone with a tip or advise could reply here or on whatsapp 07065525024

emmanuelle27:
Nigerian Elders thought most of us that one MUST suffer to get to were they are even though they have what it takes to make life easier for you, that's what is playing out here, Good luck with that, case closed

fairheart:
Guys, I have nothing against any of you going to WIU. My advise for you is to prepare well for your interview.
Know why you pick the school
Know why you pick your course
Know what you will be studying
Be ready to link what you do now and what the degree will do for you.
Don't copy people's transcript.
Tell your story as it is, and make it unique.

You may be refused and you may be approved. It is 50/50! In the first place, having admission, paying sevis and visa fee doesn't guaranteed visa approval. And being refused once, twice, thrice and so on doesn't mean it is over. First week of June, I have an applicant that got his visa at 5th attempt with WIU i-20! No scholarship or funding! But I know others that have been refused as well. Now, it seems I am done on this topic.

If you hate a good advise and the person who gives it, know that it is a blessing unto that person!

ife92:
No dates currently in Abuja, is this same for everyone?

Malone122:
no dates anywhere
Helped a friend book emergency yesterday for Abuja fortunately he was approved this morning and the earliest date they gave him was July 29th

Make una pray o cause dates hmm both Abuja and Lagos

fairheart:


Why do you need to know her University? So that people will bomb it as they now did with Western Illinois University? I heard yesterday from someone at the embassy that many applicants came with Western Illinois University I-20 and almost, if not all of them, including someone who is fully funded, were refused.

So I have advised those who are in touch with me not to reveal their schools on this forum. I advise potential applicants that will be approved to keep their school out as well. Let every student find their own school and have a unique profile, so that they will take you serious when you apply for your visa at the embassy.

For your information, WIU was funding students until over 2500 Nigerian students bombed the school with applications. Now, they are reaping the result with many refusals.

Remember, the United States has over 5000 colleges and universities, so find your own school. Do the work! Don't avoid the work! It will help your journey. This is for all of you here!

jojoey:


Hmmm nawa oo.. this emergency appointment thing, do I have to wait for 60 days to my start date? Or can I go ahead and do it right away?

Walspring:


Nope it doesn’t work for sevis.

customised87:


1. Most schools will only allow you transfer after your first semester with them but you can stylishly ask the program coordinator of the school you intend to transfer your sevis to that you know someone who wants to do that and if they can be of help to the person. I know some schools that help in that regard.
2.
A. I am not sure I came across this question on my form.
Whatever you do, make sure you say the truth. It helps

tunapawizzy:

Check that question again. Are u sure it is not who can verify all you have filled in your country of residence. Check again to be sure

Malone122:
go ahead