Igbiboi:



De way to go about it is this: first get a school in the USA for example you can get admission into technology management (which BTW, at Uni Bridgeport has the highest Nigerian student concentration) at UB for university of Bridgeport. Then after your first semester hopefully you will be able to get good grades, then using the grades you got at UB you can then transfer to another school that offers your course. I think University of Massachussets Lowel offer courses in renewable energy in the dept of mechanical engineering. You may check them out, but I'm almost certain they will not give u admission because of GP matter.

I know UB, as I was once at the school before I later transferred out. And secondly, if u don't know anybody in the U.S. You've to first go to the school that will be easier for you to survive and after geting the orientation about USA then you can go to those places which are more alien to your culture. Even though Texas has a lot of Nigerians there, I know UB will be easy for you to adapt because of its high Nigerian student population, the downside is that it is in Connecticut and during winter Connecticut gets so freezing, sometimes it could get as low as -7 degrees.

But atleast what your going for will be related. Am going for Environmental Science and can't find anything related to that in the school.

fizzile:
But atleast what your going for will be related. Am going for Environmental Science and can't find anything related to that in the school.

Well, you can do whatever thing that suits you. I advised you to the best of my knowledge because I noticed your monicker as the guy that gave me hint me on IERF so I reciprocated the gesture. All in all, just a final word... As someone who schooled in the states and has helped people, I can tell you that your GPA is really low, and the only remedy to it will be to get a gre score of more than 60% in quant analysis, hopefully, with that you may be able get into a second tier univ. But bear in mind that getting admission into any school in USA is not the real deal, sure, there are some schools that will offer you admission even with that your GPA, but the bigger deal is: can you get visa with those schools?

I remember a friend of mine who so disturbed me last year, I begged him to calm down and take the GRE, but just like many Nigerians I got a hell NO as an answer. Well, I managed to get him admission into housatonic college in Connecticut, to cut the long story short he was flatly denied visa at the embassy, and the VO indicated that the reason is because the school he has is just a mere community college. Now the guy is getting prepared for his gre. So just follow your mind.
Regards

Happy New Month. Congratulations to all those that got their visas in the month of June, may July be a month of more visa testimony..Ameen. Good luck to those that have appointment this month.

Helkayklassic:
Happy New Month. Congratulations to all those that got their visas in the month of June, may July be a month of more visa testimony..Ameen. Good luck to those that have appointment this month.

Amen and thanks alot

Fizzile--

I would suggest you make use of igbiboi's advise - the guy apparently knows what he is saying.

See, Technology Management is more like an MBA for technical people. It has several branches such as project management, statistics, supply change etc. Simply, it's a form of interdisciplinary program and I strongly suggest that you consider it. It is possible to be working on a masters degree in Technology Management with a research interest in environmental science. It is doable.

fizzile:
Guys, i need you guys now than ever. Its urgent guys. In as much as am doing a few findings, i need your input on some Universities that will accept this profile:
Evaluated Undergraduate GPA: 2.53/4.00
Evaluated PGD GPA: 3.37/4.00
Statement of purpose and Reference letters are pretty cool.
I need your input guys. preferably safe schools that will accept that profile. Please guys.

Try california state university los angeles
Stephen F Austine State University TX

profx4real:


IGNORED

Loooool , I no wan hear story o

I can smell my visa this month.
Happy new month people

masquellett:


Thanx bro. Guess I hv to look for anoda sponsor

I dont want your GA to go to waste especially if you have great potential. ... send me a pm with your profile and maybe i work something out with you

masquellett:


Thanx bro. Guess I hv to look for anoda sponsor

Maybe, I now know why the standard of education is the US is very high.
To pass the GRE no be small work o.
Admission na another story o.
Then comes funding.
Everything just get as e be.
But in the end, it's worth the stress

fizzile:
Masters program. Please help.

Guy, no be environmental science again
Check Tennessee Tech

Helkayklassic:
Happy New Month. Congratulations to all those that got their visas in the month of June, may July be a month of more visa testimony..Ameen. Good luck to those that have appointment this month.

Amen, thank you

Happy new month Buddies!!!

So many Visa success stories dis month IJN..

WE currently ve two nairalanders at the embassy now for their Visa.
I pray they come n share their success testimony IJN.
And for those still going in this month, success is urs IJN.

Goodmorning!!!

DareFadi:


I dont want your GA to go to waste especially if you have great potential. ... send me a pm with your profile and maybe i work something out with you

Thanks. You have a PM

Pls house I want your candid advice is it appropriate to reference an officer in your school during interview as the one who introduced you to the school on his/her visit to Nigeria for a conference in which you were in attendance of which he/she never visited Nigeria.
serious response pls.
thanks. Abeg make Una reply my post.

tituzadeola:
Pls house I want your candid advice is it appropriate to reference an officer in your school during interview as the one who introduced you to the school on his/her visit to Nigeria for a conference in which you were in attendance of which he/she never visited Nigeria.
serious response pls.
thanks. Abeg make Una reply my post.

It's hard to read this but why should you tell lie(s)
You should know why you chose a school in the first place

taregs:
Hello guys,i want to clarify, if i secure an F-1 student visa and get to the US, is it possible not to show up at the school due to the high school fees and just find my way??!!!

No. If you don't attend classes then you are a SEVIS violator and in the country illegally. If you are found, you will be deported, and even if you leave voluntarily, chances are low that you will be granted another visa in the future.

The purpose of the student visa is to attend the school you stated you would attend - not to "find your way"

success2000:
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please kindly advise me........

I was assured a USA visiting visa and the uncle told me that i could easily change the visiting visa to a student one by immediately applying to an institution on getting there.

1. my question is, how truth, easy and sure is this?
2. can a 28 year old with a 2year diploma from an IT institution and with a good WAEC result since 2005 get an undergraduate admission?

all advise would be highly appreciated!

God bless you all[quote author=success2000 post=47091790]

[quote author=Igbiboi post=47088164]


please kindly advise me........

I was assured a USA visiting visa and the uncle told me that i could easily change the visiting visa to a student one by immediately applying to an institution on getting there.

1. my question is, how truth, easy and sure is this?
2. can a 28 year old with a 2year diploma from an IT institution and with a good WAEC result since 2005 get an undergraduate admission?

all advise would be highly appreciated!

God bless you all.


NL family, please help me respond to this post.....have mercy please!

LagosNIV:


No. If you don't attend classes then you are a SEVIS violator and in the country illegally. If you are found, you will be deported, and even if you leave voluntarily, chances are low that you will be granted another visa in the future.

The purpose of the student visa is to attend the school you stated you would attend - not to "find your way"

You re very familiar with Nigerians slangs!!!

[quote author=success2000 post=47091790][/quote]


From visiting to F-1...Doubting

cc: LagosNIV

DareFadi:


I dont want your GA to go to waste especially if you have great potential. ... send me a pm with your profile and maybe i work something out with you

Bro, can I send you a PM? I would like your advise on an issue. Thanks.

ChemEngr01:


Bro, can I send you a PM? I would like your advise on an issue. Thanks.

I am a female

Visa approved for one out of the two NLs i posted recently(Jeniver64).....waiting for the guy (brightify)

Starting with success stories in July month of perfection

LagosNIV:


No. If you don't attend classes then you are a SEVIS violator and in the country illegally. If you are found, you will be deported, and even if you leave voluntarily, chances are low that you will be granted another visa in the future.

The purpose of the student visa is to attend the school you stated you would attend - not to "find your way"

Bros is already a Nigerian..He/she already knows our Slang..Dont mind the dude jare..

tituzadeola:
Pls house I want your candid advice is it appropriate to reference an officer in your school during interview as the one who introduced you to the school on his/her visit to Nigeria for a conference in which you were in attendance of which he/she never visited Nigeria.
serious response pls.
thanks. Abeg make Una reply my post.

Better arrange the truth and tell it the way it is. lying about who introduced you to a school is not allowed. you should know the reason for selecting a school.

Happy new month,my F1 visa was approved today by the lady in window 6,its still like film trick cos even when she was through with the questions,I was like is that all (for my mind oh) transcript loading. Also wanted to say thanks to all my Nl padis I don't want to mention names cos I might forget to mention some and I don't want to offend anyone. So thanks a million times.

texrem:
Visa approved for one out of the two NLs i posted recently(Jeniver64).....waiting for the guy (brightify)

Starting with success stories in July month of perfection

oga I hail oh

taregs:
Hello guys,i want to clarify, if i secure an F-1 student visa and get to the US, is it possible not to show up at the school due to the high school fees and just find my way??!!!

Best to target other countries such as those in Europe with free tuition if u dont have money

Find your way ,not showing up ....will mean u most likely be illegal. Do you know d emotional tension that goes with that. Also u cant get a job because u dont have papers so emotional stress with financial issues. You will just be a mess and wished u had remained in naija .

Nigeria has its own issues but at least u sleep in a house and apart from mosquito disturbing ur sleep or no light but at least sleep straight . If Ilegal u be crying every night maybe on d street too .

Best to make sure you are always in status

I am a silient follower of this thread. I did my interview this morning.
This my transcript. Hope it would help applicant.

VO- Good morning
Me- Good morning Sir, happy new month and happy independence in advance.

VO- Thanks, pass me your passport and I20 and Sevis
Me- Ok

VO- what Program are you going for
Me- Masters in public health with a concentration in Epidemiology

VO- why did you choose Public health?
Me- During my training during undergraduate, I realized if I want to become a clinical researcher, I would have to get a master
Degree with a focus on research. So I applied to about 5 schools via Sophas.
VO- what Schools?
Me- University of illinois Chicago, University of Texas Houston, Indiana University, ETSU and GSU

VO- why IU?
Me- I noticed there is a research going on in the School of PH, The 'Jackson heart Study' and one of my faculty member is among the principal investigator. I contacted him and was welcoming. He said I am welcomed to join is team.
I told the VO that having such experience would make me a principal investigator in the area of cardiology...

VO- did you write GRE?
ME- yes I wrote GRE and TOEFL

VO- checked GRE thoroughly and didnt check toefl at all. (My GRE score was actually above 300). He said my documents are complete. And passed a white paper. To pick my visa in two days time.

Glory be to God. It was by Grace through faith.
My Recommendations
1) Be prayerful and trust God with all your plans. Once you have done that dont allow fear to penetrate, confess Gods word regularly.
2) Make sure you are confident and well composed. Maintain eye contact throughout. ( was actually thought that during clinical exams in med sch)
3) Get all your documents complete. Some were told to go back and get 5cm x 5cm passport

All the best.

Visa Approved today at the Abuja Embassy.. Transcript coming up later. All Glory to God

Walspring:


You can go to Cotonou/Seme border and make the payment yourself or someone in US can help you.. Maybe Canada or UK and Europe but I am not sure of other countries aside from US..

I am on my way to Cotonou to pay my SEVIS fee. Will update when I get back.

God is faithful