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Efetobore1980:
Hello Fuego07.
It is not a new policy but a new awakening from the US embassy. Consulars have heard too many same stories of coming back to take higher position and having worked for many years in a particular company or organisation.
Both qualified and unqualified F1-visa applicants says almost the same, hence the US embassy does not want to deny the innocent unnecessarily (like B4) by now verifying (placing you on 221g) the trend. Good LucK.

Obiora94:
It is probably also because of the course is IT related and on the Technology Alert List. I am no sure but I would say Congratulations in Advance to the candidate

rektrenuer:
I had this same exact issue on the 27th of March.

My case was a fully funded PhD offer with no deficits.

I have been trying to understand what exactly is the issue.

Also I mentioned something along the line of “coming back to Nigeria” to start a consulting firm. I rushed through the delivery while speaking, the VO asked that I calm down and specifically asked if I would be seeking employment in the private or public sector, of which I stated Private sector.


I was already smiling internally when I saw the VO reaching for a white paper, alas it was an “administrative processing” paper. My passport and I-20 were “detained”

Fuego07:
Also had this admin processing issue in March. Fully funded as well. Could it be a new policy?

justwise:
My apologies that this is coming late, as we all know the previous part was derailed by some individuals, i ask you in the name of whichever God you believe in not to derail this one.

Please no more drama here, no:dm/pm me for more info, lets keep this clean and informative.

That said, if there is any info that needs to be added pls share it and i will update the thread to add such info

Thank you

Myalmanack:
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Ayobami227:
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Ayobami227:
You can join the active date search group here:
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Timi99:
Hello everyone
Thanks to everyone who has contributed, it has been very helpful.

I will appreciate if anybody could give me better insight into this 👇

I have received admission for an Msc In Exercise science with no funding yet. The COA is around 40k, I have a relative( not same surname) who is helping.
Should I list him alone or add personal funding on my I-20.
I can either use his account to show the 40k or use 10k from mine and 30k from his
Is both similar outcome?

Btw, I am a Physiotherapist in Nigeria with with 3 years work experience going for an Msc in exercise science.


I'd appreciate all advice

Marykhay:
Hey guys, trust you are good? I hope this post meets you well. I just need your well-thought-out advice. Below is my profile:

Graduating year on transcript: 2022
CGPA:4.22
Course: Mechatronics Engineering
Last 2 years CGPA: 4.69
Publication: Conference paper on AI (CNN model) in IEEE.
Achievement: BGS of the Department that year

Now, I have a paper (I feel very confident in this paper on AI too) that I am currently working on, to be published in high tier journal in order to boost my portfolio.

Here is the issue. I am going to be 29 in few months time, and I have not even tried applying to any US schools even though I’ve been asked to. I have this crazy feeling that I should get this 2nd paper published first (and make sure to use it as an opportunity to connect with my long time never-talked-to professor (s) in hoot to get their recommendation letters) before applying, but man, this paper is really taking my time. I am worried that my time might pass me by. Am I wasting my time considering my age and every other thing?

Do I really stand a good chance if I apply to a US school?

Ps:
I have seen schools that waived GRE, so I don’t have it in mind. Thanks.

easydrizzle:
I would advice you show both that way it shows you have being making money from your profession and you just needed a helping had but you must be able to defend his financial status well. you could go through transcript on the section and you would notice most people used same pattern. am also using same thing

easydrizzle:
I would advice you show both that way it shows you have being making money from your profession and you just needed a helping had but you must be able to defend his financial status well. you could go through transcript on the section and you would notice most people used same pattern. am also using same thing

Godgivenchild:
Yes! You do have a chance.

Marykhay:
Hello, sorry I actually lost that email adress.

Please could you advise me here, I will really appreciate it. Especially the part of my age and my chances.


Thanks in anticipation.

Taal17:
If the university did not consider your age for admission why do you think us consulate would

Billions123:
Hello guys,

How do you pay tuition deposits? What cards or method do you use?

Trying to pay $250 but it exceeds my limit.

Marykhay:
Hey guys, trust you are good? I hope this post meets you well. I just need your well-thought-out advice. Below is my profile:

Graduating year on transcript: 2022
CGPA:4.22
Course: Mechatronics Engineering
Last 2 years CGPA: 4.69
Publication: Conference paper on AI (CNN model) in IEEE.
Achievement: BGS of the Department that year

Now, I have a paper (I feel very confident in this paper on AI too) that I am currently working on, to be published in high tier journal in order to boost my portfolio.

Here is the issue. I am going to be 29 in few months time, and I have not even tried applying to any US schools even though I’ve been asked to. I have this crazy feeling that I should get this 2nd paper published first (and make sure to use it as an opportunity to connect with my long time never-talked-to professor (s) in hoot to get their recommendation letters) before applying, but man, this paper is really taking my time. I am worried that my time might pass me by. Am I wasting my time considering my age and every other thing?

Do I really stand a good chance if I apply to a US school?

Ps:
I have seen schools that waived GRE, so I don’t have it in mind. Thanks.

Godgivenchild:
Are you using a bank dollar card?
If that doesn't work, you can try pay4me

Billions123:
Is pay4me an app? Can someone in the US pay for me?

Godgivenchild:
Start applying to schools. Package your documents well. Prepare for your interview. You have a great profile and you have absolutely nothing to worry about.

Godgivenchild:
The consulate does actually.. but in his/her case, she still stands good a chance.

Godgivenchild:
Yes! To your 2 questions

Taal17:
No they don't.

I'm yet to see a transcript here where any Consular officer said your age is a factor. Predominantly their questions are WHY do you want to study that course, and Funding questions.

It's people here that have said such, mentioning things like that based on our own perspective what is a reasonable age for education

Some of your consular officers have no more that high school education

Billions123:
They do not ask but it influences their judgement of your profile.

You can't be 30 and going for a Bsc

Or 30 and your parents are sponsoring all your deficit with no input from you.

So yes, Age affects your application at the consulate.

Marykhay:
Hey guys, trust you are good? I hope this post meets you well. I just need your well-thought-out advice. Below is my profile:

Graduating year on transcript: 2022
CGPA:4.22
Course: Mechatronics Engineering
Last 2 years CGPA: 4.69
Publication: Conference paper on AI (CNN model) in IEEE.
Achievement: BGS of the Department that year

Now, I have a paper (I feel very confident in this paper on AI too) that I am currently working on, to be published in high tier journal in order to boost my portfolio.

Here is the issue. I am going to be 29 in few months time, and I have not even tried applying to any US schools even though I’ve been asked to. I have this crazy feeling that I should get this 2nd paper published first (and make sure to use it as an opportunity to connect with my long time never-talked-to professor (s) in hoot to get their recommendation letters) before applying, but man, this paper is really taking my time. I am worried that my time might pass me by. Am I wasting my time considering my age and every other thing?

Do I really stand a good chance if I apply to a US school?

Ps:
I have seen schools that waived GRE, so I don’t have it in mind. Thanks.