warriboy21:


u hv to send tru edu-usa.....i think its free....not sure though

Also tell the guy there is no scholarship, just a very small amount. That if he tries to run to another school, he must drop something.

I beg make una put eye for this matter make I know as I go take waka this remaining week days please!!!

Triggeredsam:
Good life I wish all, please Which bank offers sharp sharp Form A processing abi na black market is the option! Urgently need to pay fees deposit 2000usd the course is competitive only 17 need for MSc now 15 have confirmed there place by paying deposit! Need help please house

heappyday:

I'm facing the same issue currently. But, I have tried treat it as a numbers game. You win some, you lose some. I discovered grad school coordinators are more apt to reply promptly compared to faculty members. And the higher their rank, the lesser the chance they'll get back to you. I e-mailed 6 of them, only one Prof replied me consistently. Others went blank. Though I started during the summer break.

- It may be that the profs are not currently accepting new students
- Or that they got your mail, are interested in replying, but just plainly forgot to do so!
- Or they may feel you've not understood their research interests enough for them to pay attention to you, and reply you
- Or your mails just got dumped in the spam folder, since they are cold emails

Whatever it may be, I've discovered that most are situations completely outside our control.

This worked for me though. A sample of the first email I sent.

Subject: I'm highly interested in (your request) in your (Prof's field) lab

Prof's Name:

Hello Sir/Ma,

My name is XXXX, and I have completed SO SO SO degree from XYZ school.

I'm highly interested in joining your research lab focused on developing and optimizing cutting-edge approaches to delivering drugs and genes in humans for better living conditions.

I'm currently working at AAA (briefly explain your profile here, and how you think you'll be beneficial to him/her).

I completed my BSc with a (GPA), and (your brief achievements, one line at most).

I'm passionate about SO SO , and would love to (what you want to know/ask) + (Indicate a sense of urgency to show seriousness).

Thanks for your anticipated and favourable response.

No response.

So, I sent the same email four days after, also on a week day, with a Re: I'm highly interested in (your request) in your (Prof's field) lab [/i]subject, and started with this note.

[i]Hello Prof ABC,

Hope you're doing great? Just sending you a gentle reminder on the request for contact for research studies at ABC.

[Former email]

Closing: I'm sure you must be really busy, and I don't want to seem interrupting.

Hope you can find a few minutes on this. I appreciate your reply.

Regards.

Alert! I got a reply that same day, and she's been responding since then.

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You wrote this to a US or Canadian school?

sobastical:


How u doing nau,? I don buzz you for whatsapp no reply yet...how was your trip...hope your settling is going well.. catch up later

You can resend the message. I don't think I saw it

ponpon:


Is this from quora?

No sir. I got the structure from this post by Phillip Guo. You can read the full article here: http://www.pgbovine.net/email-tips.htm

xcaper:
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You wrote this to a US or Canadian school?

All US.

ponpon:
Are Professors are address as Dr. Or Prof. When mailing.... Because I use Dr. Everytime.....

Anyone is fine but preferably Dr. What i have noticed here is that any faculty lecturing is a prof whether associate or assistant unlike Nigeria where you get your PH.d first then you become a reader then later a prof. Additionally i saw your post about mailing faculties. Its not easy i must tell you, i am sure you have not sent as much emails as i sent then. The number of emails i sent this year alone is more than the total i have sent since i opened my email account in 2005. In summary, don't give up. some will reply some wont. Some might want to reply but forgot. You can send a reminder after 48hrs, that's the rule here, also you can use your discretion and send a reminder after 4 days. Some people do say don't attach transcript and resume to the first email but i noticed that's what some faculties are looking for. so what works for Taye might not work for Kenny, but if you ask me i would say you should attach them but don't talk about funding in the first email (i made this mistake).

Please am i the only one that has to repeat himself most times before these people will understand my English? I am tired mehn. Ironically, i hear all of them well (americas,indians, chinese etc). Does this happen to everyone?

femi321:
Anyone is fine but preferably Dr. What i have noticed here is that any faculty lecturing is a prof whether associate or assistant unlike Nigeria where you get your PH.d first then you become a reader then later a prof. Additionally i saw your post about mailing faculties. Its not easy i must tell you, i am sure you have not sent as much emails as i sent then. The number of emails i sent this year alone is more than the total i have sent since i opened my email account in 2005. In summary, don't give up. some will reply some wont. Some might want to reply but forgot. You can send a reminder after 48hrs, that's the rule here, also you can use your discretion and send a reminder after 4 days. Some people do say don't attach transcript and resume to the first email but i noticed that's what some faculties are looking for. so what works for Taye might not work for Kenny, but if you ask me i would say you should attach them but don't talk about funding in the first email (i made this mistake).

and I have sent just like 5 mails.... I always read the profs profile well and note what they require... Some even ask for recommendations, some ask for Cv and writing sample.. I appreciate your response sir.................

ponpon:
and I have sent just like 5 mails.... I always read the profs profile well and note what they require... Some even ask for recommendations, some ask for Cv and writing sample.. I appreciate your response sir.................

Okay and dont neglect the grad cord, most times they are the ones that make decisions for TA appointment. develop a relationship with the grad cord. All the best.

femi321:
Okay and dont neglect the grad cord, most times they are the ones that make decisions for TA appointment. develop a relationship with the grad cord. All the best.

the grad cord even replies faster and creates the room for convo, sometimes I wonder if maybe his grad students he is supervising are the ones replying... Just my naija mind abeg

femi321:
Please am i the only one that has to repeat himself most times before these people will understand my English? I am tired mehn. Ironically, i hear all of them well (americas,indians, chinese etc). Does this happen to everyone?

You'll understand them cos you watch their movies. They are not used to the accent. With time you'll be fine. For now, talk slowly and pick your words.

ponpon:
and I have sent just like 5 mails.... I always read the profs profile well and note what they require... Some even ask for recommendations, some ask for Cv and writing sample.. I appreciate your response sir.................

There are hundreds of you mailing him including his students. Chill, they are not robots and don't share their email passwords for secretary to respond on their behalf.

slimmy2005:
There are hundreds of you mailing him including his students. Chill, they are not robots and don't share their email passwords for secretary to respond on their behalf.

Yeah, ikr, but the five mails aren't for one prof, but your advice has been noted...

slimmy2005:
You'll understand them cos you watch their movies. They are not used to the accent. With time you'll be fine. For now, talk slowly and pick your words.

oh oh..Okay bro. Thank you

femi321:
Please am i the only one that has to repeat himself most times before these people will understand my English? I am tired mehn. Ironically, i hear all of them well (americas,indians, chinese etc). Does this happen to everyone?

Hahaha, it happened to me when I first got here. I was finally told the reason. It's not like they don't understand you, you need to increase the volume of your speech. Americans almost yell, and talk loudly so you have to speak a bit louder for them to hear you. Do they try to move their ears towards you when they ask you to repeat yourself? Don't know about the city you're in sha but that's what I was told here and since then, they understand me more now. I repeat myself less now, I still have a long way to go though but it's getting better. Now they tell me "Your English is so good" as if they were expecting so little from Africans.

I'm not saying I scream till they go deaf ooooo hahahaha, I just turn the volume up a bit. I was talking to my classmate today and the guy had to ask me whether I was born in America or not. I don dey blend small small with their pronunciation and all that. He was shocked when I told him I've only been in America for 1 month. The guy no believe. Gradually, we're all going to grow into the system and blend. Try this suggestion out, I hope it works.

Again, people are different. Some people are going to understand you better and faster than the others. It's just that way and with time, the adjustment and blending will sort itself out. Always remember... Fake it till you get it.

warriboy21:


u hv to send tru edu-usa.....i think its free....not sure though

Thank you warriboy, can I send all my documents before paying the application fees... or I have to pay before sending.

Good evening ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls. I hope you've all been doing great? I have come here to share my experience again. As usual, please if you have a problem with me, just scroll up or down and ignore this post Same way I have ignored most of the things I don't like for days and left people to carry on doing their stuff how they like it, Please ignore this one too... THANKS. Now for the patient people who don't have a P reading my epistles, relax and lemme tell you my story so far. Monday made it one month since I got to God's own country. Now let's get down to business:

In fact, I have changed my mind, In summary... America is the place to be... SIMPLE. In addition to preparing for how to pass your visa interview, go and learn how to be caring, interesting to talk to and romantic. Also, if you're a guy, go in front of a mirror... remove everything you're wearing. Look at what you have between your legs, if it is big/long enough... say to yourself confidently: I will make it in America. Forget OPT and 4.0 cgpa... Shine your eyes.

I'm kidding ooo.

Hope you're all fine? God will bless everyone of us. Keep the dream alive and remember to be kind to others.

Finally, don't say to anyone what you can't say to your mother or speak to them the way you won't speak to your mother. Respect is reciprocal, a little kindness goes a long way. Life dey sweet me dey go. God will bless that guy that approved my visa on the 29th of July 2016 and grant all his heart desires. I say a prayer for the guy every time he crosses my mind. The last 1 month has been the happiest period of my life and long may the happiness continue.

In conclusion: SSN... done, Driver's license... done. New job... done. lectures... going well, new friends... making sense, babes... excellent (I seem to be very successful with American girls - them like me no be small... one has already invited me... make we go Missouri for Christmas, she get private cabin for lake, I dey do shakara sef), General happiness... Excellent, What I think of the future... BRIGHT! Has it been very easy? Nope... It's not easy anywhere. What's my message to prospective applicants? See, give it all you've got. You're going to be very happy here if you roll with people who are happy. Stay away from negative people who want you to fail so that they can say: you see? I told you, you didn't listen. Move with those who are going to see your failures and encourage you to be better next time. God bless America!!! (No, I'm not bragging... I'm only trying to tell you how happy I am)

Oh, I forget sef... I do test for class today, lmao... I can't get more than 2/10. I wasn't even bothered I reach house, I no even shake... cos assignments, more tests and exam still dey ahead to make up for it. You know why I'm not worried? Worrying won't change the score of the test. I just have to be better prepared for next ones. I have come here to be happy, I no fit kill myself. Some people have not gained admission sef, they're worrying about OPT and what to do after visa expire, Please don't put yourself under too much pressure, it's going to make you really unhappy. I have a very encouraging family and friends. To the NLers on my bbm, God bless you all. Very positive people... Keep the ginger going. PEACE.

Triggeredsam:
Good life I wish all, please Which bank offers sharp sharp Form A processing abi na black market is the option! Urgently need to pay fees deposit 2000usd the course is competitive only 17 need for MSc now 15 have confirmed there place by paying deposit! Need help please house

Competitive course...hmm. What course is that? And what is the name of the School? I hope you know paying that deposit may guarantee admission but not visa.

Oga sureb0y, just calm your tip down. No be by big dick. American girl go Bleep the whole life out of you and would still tell you to call your friends. American girls equals nymphomaniac, they never say no or I'm tired. They will drain your whole blood out.

na JJC still dey do you. Two month is not enough to start posting all these. You'll still come back to withdraw most of these statements.

biikeys:


Competitive course...hmm. What course is that? And what is the name of the School? I hope you know paying that deposit may guarantee admission but not visa.

Exactly, it's definitely all these useless roadside private schools.

Triggeredsam:
Good life I wish all, please Which bank offers sharp sharp Form A processing abi na black market is the option! Urgently need to pay fees deposit 2000usd the course is competitive only 17 need for MSc now 15 have confirmed there place by paying deposit! Need help please house

What if you don't get your visa approved? Getting your money back is another thing. You'll lose some to bank charges and transfer fees

slimmy2005:
Oga sureb0y, just calm your tip down. No be by big dick. American girl go Bleep the whole life out of you and would still tell you to call your friends. American girls equals nymphomaniac, they never say no or I'm tired. They will drain your whole blood out.

na JJC still dey do you. Two month is not enough to start posting all these. You'll still come back to withdraw most of these statements.

Okay, thanks. Download a sense of humour tho, I was kidding. I've stayed for one month, and I know people like you... expecting things to go bad so you'd say "see? I warned you". No matter the good things I write, you will be there waiting and hoping it goes bad. hahaha, wrong target bro. I am being positive no matter what. I tire for Naija people lol. Biko, move along... If you will keep attacking me with pessimism.

@Bold, I will come back to withdraw my statements and say Nigeria is better than America? Lol, if you are so pessimistic, why not go back to Nigeria and enjoy the milk and honey that's flowing there? You should call your friends or family in Nigeria and tell them to gist you about the present situation there. Life is tough everywhere bro, I have decided to see my cup as half full, not half empty. onward and upward.

And just to add, I'm not even a sex person. I've said no to sex many times since I got here, I'm only writing what I've seen and trying to share the experience. Sex isn't a contest sir, Na something to enjoy... them no dey give trophy. "fcuukk the whole life out of you and tell you to call your friends?" you probably think having a big D means you should drill a girl like you're drilling a well, looking for water. LMAO... make I just go sleep.

Okay, sleep hasn't come... I'll just write something new. I always say: stay away from pessimistic people, you may not know how strong this advice is, trust me... It's the best thing you could do if you want progress in your life. There is a difference between being pessimistic and being critical. If you have a friend who sees an error in what you're doing or about to do and constructively criticizes you, suggests a better way to go about it, without trying to put you down and make you feel like a bad person, that's fantastic. If the only thing the person does is to see the bad in everything and doesn't even tell you how to do good... be VERY CAREFUL.

I have a friend. The most pessimistic person I know in this life. I graduated with a 2.1, he had 2.2. He kept saying life is cruel cos final result doesn't mean anything, How can someone who's less brilliant that he is have 2.1 and he, 2.2. I got a job and got my apartment, got my car... again, he was so bitter, kept saying crap about how everything must have worked through nepotism. Whenever I met a beautiful girl, he would complain... what are the girls seeing in you? It's because of your car... bla bla bla, If not for your car, no girl's going to look at you cos you're too skinny. Now I'm working out in the gym, the guy keeps being negative (It's easy to build muscles abroad, anybody can get it; he said)

I get admission for yankee, the only thing he kept saying: Admission no mean anything, anybody can get it, Na visa be the koko. I get visa, again the only thing he said was... American visa kuku easy to get, people dey get am anyhow, their questions are easy to answer. Visa no mean anything. Dem fit still bounce you for POE, make you no dey happy. I told him I was trying to cut costs so I'd be flying Royal Air Maroc, you won't believe the only thing the guy was telling me for 2 days straight was how the plane could crash, how Islamic terrorists could attack us in Morocco, etc. After I cross POE, all he could think of was... I just hope you're able to pay your school fees and survive. The guy sees nothing good in all I've done so far. The only thing he talks about now... earthquake, shooting, Trump. Dude was asking me how I'll cope with Trump as president. Me wey I be legal student lol.

I won't be surprised if the guy is secretly waiting for something bad so that he can be right for once about all his predictions and wishes. God no go let anything bad happen to me. I still talk to him sha because I've known him for over 9 years, plus... I'm kinda strong mentally. Moreover, I think I can help the guy. I don't even know why I'm writing this epistle, I just think it's cool to share. Stay away from people who won't see anything good in what you're doing. Those ones that'll be secretly waiting for failure. This isn't an attack on anyone o, I just want to post what's on my mind. I never saw it anywhere that life's going to be 100% smooth and easy. May God help all of us.

Be careful though, it's a very small world. Some people you call boss, boss and tell everything about your life, share secrets with are only so nice until you start to excel more than them. If you hear stories about how jealous Naija people dey fccuukk themselves up abroad, omo... you go smart up.

If you read this whole thing till the end... omo, you try o. loooooooool. Sorry for wasting your time with my nonsense

sureb0y:


Hahaha, it happened to me when I first got here. I was finally told the reason. It's not like they don't understand you, you need to increase the volume of your speech. Americans almost yell, and talk loudly so you have to speak a bit louder for them to hear you. Do they try to move their ears towards you when they ask you to repeat yourself? Don't know about the city you're in sha but that's what I was told here and since then, they understand me more now. I repeat myself less now, I still have a long way to go though but it's getting better. Now they tell me "Your English is so good" as if they were expecting so little from Africans.

I'm not saying I scream till they go deaf ooooo hahahaha, I just turn the volume up a bit. I was talking to my classmate today and the guy had to ask me whether I was born in America or not. I don dey blend small small with their pronunciation and all that. He was shocked when I told him I've only been in America for 1 month. The guy no believe. Gradually, we're all going to grow into the system and blend. Try this suggestion out, I hope it works.

Again, people are different. Some people are going to understand you better and faster than the others. It's just that way and with time, the adjustment and blending will sort itself out. Always remember... Fake it till you get it.

Bro please I have pm u, try to reply me as a Mata of urgency. Thanks

adup:






Bro please I have pm u, try to reply me as a Mata of urgency. Thanks

Seen and replied. I can't promise to stay awake tho... It's past midnight here and I'm going to bed any time from now. In case I sleep off, I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

LagosismyHome:


Data page is that page that has your picture/ passport pic on it with your other info such as date of birth ......

@lagosismyhome, u haven't reply my pm, pls do

bejust:

Thank you warriboy, can I send all my documents before paying the application fees... or I have to pay before sending.

send your transcript ist then the school will send a link to pay ur app fees

please guz.,,i need advice

has anyone tried those paid oracle dba training from those indian guz? its a live online training .....

are they good? they are asking almost $300 ....

is the oracle dba training worth it? i would like to equip my sql skills more.

anyone have idea or has anyone deal with them before?



any advice is welcome ...thanks

Triggeredsam:
Good life I wish all, please Which bank offers sharp sharp Form A processing abi na black market is the option! Urgently need to pay fees deposit 2000usd the course is competitive only 17 need for MSc now 15 have confirmed there place by paying deposit! Need help please house

Deposit ...only 17 students .... my guy no urgency ooo instead all these fit be red flag of one man room school . Dont believe the hype of competitive without researching fully... what school is this ?

biikeys:


Competitive course...hmm. What course is that? And what is the name of the School? I hope you know paying that deposit may guarantee admission but not visa.

But do you know any bank that can offer me a quick sharp Form A processing? Please

warriboy21:
please guz.,,i need advice
has anyone tried those paid oracle dba training from those indian guz? its a live online training .....
are they good? they are asking almost $300 ....
is the oracle dba training worth it? i would like to equip my sql skills more.
anyone have idea or has anyone deal with them before?
any advice is welcome ...thanks

I dont know about Oracle persay but my line of work is SAP... initally i have used some of these online training to build up my knowledge..... some are good some are really rubbish so u have to research well on the exact trainer. I tend to use only d ones others have used ...and i always ask for the syllabus before i pay and just review to see how indept it is

That been said some of these IT skills are good to have but the key is not just the training but how u fit incorporate am in ur resume say u don dey do am come since from naija . Life na how u package am