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akins2016:
you're welcome. let's edit as much as we can.

Wow, see testimonies.. Congrats to those approved.. Those yet to get it, pls keep on trying.
See as e dey pain me say i no apply for spring..
Part 11 thread loading..

My gratitude to everyone who has contributed one way or another here. This is my way of extending the love to other intending applicants. All the best.

My F1 interview was scheduled for last Tuesday (December 13) alongside my wife and son. Unfortunately, the CGI list was not updated to have the confirmation numbers for my family and they were turned back. I went ahead for the interview.

Me: Good morning Sir, how is work today?
VO: Very fine (smiles). Thanks for asking.
Me: You're welcome
VO: I see you plan to study IT, please tell me how you went about your application and selection process.
Me: You mean my application at Clark University or all the applications I made?
VO: All the applications you made
Me: I applied to 3 universities... University of Manitoba in Canada - accepted; Brunel University in Uxbridge, London - accepted and then Clark University, Worcester.
VO: Impressive...so what's your GRE score?
Me: I did not write GRE. It was waived for me.
VO: Really? It's not required? Alright that's fine.
VO: [Nodding] So why choose Clark You over others?
Me: For UManitoba, I applied to MSc Computer Science because they have no specialized programs in Computer Science or IT and I think the MSc Computer Science is best for those who aim to be academics but not so good for someone like me who intends to excel in a drilled down (I meant to say specialized) area. As for Brunel, I visited the campus last year and loved it but the tuition alone is 20,000 pounds and I realized the cost of living is ridiculously high and way above my sponsor's budget. In the case of Clark You, it was recommended by my mentor who I have followed for years in Cybersecurity and he also helped design the curriculum. I didn't want to pass the chance to work closely with someone I have idolized for years.
VO: Nice. So you are sponsoring yourself? (I think this is a tricky way to get me to lie)
Me: No, my sponsor is XXXXXXX
VO: But you have a child. Why are you not going with him. Won't your family miss you?
Me: Yeah actually I came with my wife and son but we had a slight issue with the confirmation numbers. They will reschedule for later.
VO: Alright, that's fine. I will be approving your visa. Good luck in your studies.
Me: Thanks a lot. Have a nice day.

Today (December 21), we returned for the F2 visa interview of my wife and son.
Wifey: Good morning, compliments of the season.
VO: Thanks and same to you. How are you?
Wifey: Fine, thanks.
VO: Can I have your passport please?
Wifey: [passes passport with I-20's]
VO: Oh, F2 visa? Has he gone already? What's your husband's name?
Wifey: Yes, F2 visa; No, he's still around and his name is XXXX
VO: Do you have other kids or just this guy here?
Wifey: Just this guy here.
VO: Okay, your visa has been approved.

Thank God, thanks all and success to everyone. Complements...

cud:
My gratitude to everyone who has contributed one way or another here. This is my way of extending the love to other intending applicants. All the best.

VO: Okay, your visa has been approved.

Thank God, thanks all and success to everyone. Compliments...

Wow! Congratulations.. God bless your new journey.

electronic:
I tell you!!!

you applied already?

cud:
My gratitude to everyone who has contributed one way or another here. This is my way of extending the love to other intending applicants. All the best.

Thank God, thanks all and success to everyone. Compliments...

Congrats .... i would have picked Manitoba if u plan to stay back and build a life after masters... Nothing is easy or guaranteed in life but from PR path to Citizenship manitoba option is quicker .

however good news for you and God bless your new journey

Congratulations

cud:
My gratitude to everyone who has contributed one way or another here. This is my way of extending the love to other intending applicants. All the best.

My F1 interview was scheduled for last Tuesday (December 13) alongside my wife and son. Unfortunately, the CGI list was not updated to have the confirmation numbers for my family and they were turned back. I went ahead for the interview.

Me: Good morning Sir, how is work today?
VO: Very fine (smiles). Thanks for asking.
Me: You're welcome
VO: I see you plan to study IT, please tell me how you went about your application and selection process.
Me: You mean my application at Clark University or all the applications I made?
VO: All the applications you made
Me: I applied to 3 universities... University of Manitoba in Canada - accepted; Brunel University in Uxbridge, London - accepted and then Clark University, Worcester.
VO: Impressive...so what's your GRE score?
Me: I did not write GRE. It was waived for me.
VO: Really? It's not required? Alright that's fine.
VO: [Nodding] So why choose Clark You over others?
Me: For UManitoba, I applied to MSc Computer Science because they have no specialized programs in Computer Science or IT and I think the MSc Computer Science is best for those who aim to be academics but not so good for someone like me who intends to excel in a drilled down (I meant to say specialized) area. As for Brunel, I visited the campus last year and loved it but the tuition alone is 20,000 pounds and I realized the cost of living is ridiculously high and way above my sponsor's budget. In the case of Clark You, it was recommended by my mentor who I have followed for years in Cybersecurity and he also helped design the curriculum. I didn't want to pass the chance to work closely with someone I have idolized for years.
VO: Nice. So you are sponsoring yourself? (I think this is a tricky way to get me to lie)
Me: No, my sponsor is XXXXXXX
VO: But you have a child. Why are you not going with him. Won't your family miss you?
Me: Yeah actually I came with my wife and son but we had a slight issue with the confirmation numbers. They will reschedule for later.
VO: Alright, that's fine. I will be approving your visa. Good luck in your studies.
Me: Thanks a lot. Have a nice day.

Today (December 21), we returned for the F2 visa interview of my wife and son.
Wifey: Good morning, compliments of the season.
VO: Thanks and same to you. How are you?
Wifey: Fine, thanks.
VO: Can I have your passport please?
Wifey: [passes passport with I-20's]
VO: Oh, F2 visa? Has he gone already? What's your husband's name?
Wifey: Yes, F2 visa; No, he's still around and his name is XXXX
VO: Do you have other kids or just this guy here?
Wifey: Just this guy here.
VO: Okay, your visa has been approved.

Thank God, thanks all and success to everyone. Compliments...

eniolagharxe:
Approved Application Transcript VO:Good morning
ME:Good morning,sir
VO:why are you going to the US?
ME:To pursue an associate degree in general engineering at Westmoreland county community college, youngwood, Pennsylvania
VO:are you married?
ME: *smiles* and say NO
VO: got kids?
ME: *smiles* and says NO
VO:when did you finish high school?
ME: 2009
VO: *stops typing and looked at me* 7 years?... what have you been doing?
ME:went to get a certificate in computer engineering at lagos city before which I worked as a technical assistant at my dad's mobile phone distribution outlet...
VO:what would you do after your program?
ME:i intend to transfer my 60 credit hour to a university to obtain a bsc in computer engineering after which I'd come back home to practice with my dad...
VO:who's your sponsor?
ME:my dad
VO:how did you get to know about the school?
ME:a cousin who's an alumni of the school and currently in nigeria,gave me strong recommendation of the school...
Typed for like 2minutes and said the sentence "I'll be approving your visa" (thought Nairalanders lie when they say they do not hear anything after this sentence but I experienced it too today...) nothing else didn't just seem to matter, collected the paper and said "thank you" with a Smile...said "thank you Jesus" out loud right before I exited the interview hall...my appreciation goes to GOD almighty as HE performed wonder in my life Today...also big thanks to Texrem,Brightify,Deborah,SureBoy,Deetus (for the mock interview) God bless you all abundantly as you've all been blessings to me...PRAISE THE LORD!!!

congratulations

cud:
My gratitude to everyone who has contributed one way or another here. This is my way of extending the love to other intending applicants. All the best.

My F1 interview was scheduled for last Tuesday (December 13) alongside my wife and son. Unfortunately, the CGI list was not updated to have the confirmation numbers for my family and they were turned back. I went ahead for the interview.

Me: Good morning Sir, how is work today?
VO: Very fine (smiles). Thanks for asking.
Me: You're welcome
VO: I see you plan to study IT, please tell me how you went about your application and selection process.
Me: You mean my application at Clark University or all the applications I made?
VO: All the applications you made
Me: I applied to 3 universities... University of Manitoba in Canada - accepted; Brunel University in Uxbridge, London - accepted and then Clark University, Worcester.
VO: Impressive...so what's your GRE score?
Me: I did not write GRE. It was waived for me.
VO: Really? It's not required? Alright that's fine.
VO: [Nodding] So why choose Clark You over others?
Me: For UManitoba, I applied to MSc Computer Science because they have no specialized programs in Computer Science or IT and I think the MSc Computer Science is best for those who aim to be academics but not so good for someone like me who intends to excel in a drilled down (I meant to say specialized) area. As for Brunel, I visited the campus last year and loved it but the tuition alone is 20,000 pounds and I realized the cost of living is ridiculously high and way above my sponsor's budget. In the case of Clark You, it was recommended by my mentor who I have followed for years in Cybersecurity and he also helped design the curriculum. I didn't want to pass the chance to work closely with someone I have idolized for years.
VO: Nice. So you are sponsoring yourself? (I think this is a tricky way to get me to lie)
Me: No, my sponsor is XXXXXXX
VO: But you have a child. Why are you not going with him. Won't your family miss you?
Me: Yeah actually I came with my wife and son but we had a slight issue with the confirmation numbers. They will reschedule for later.
VO: Alright, that's fine. I will be approving your visa. Good luck in your studies.
Me: Thanks a lot. Have a nice day.

Today (December 21), we returned for the F2 visa interview of my wife and son.
Wifey: Good morning, compliments of the season.
VO: Thanks and same to you. How are you?
Wifey: Fine, thanks.
VO: Can I have your passport please?
Wifey: [passes passport with I-20's]
VO: Oh, F2 visa? Has he gone already? What's your husband's name?
Wifey: Yes, F2 visa; No, he's still around and his name is XXXX
VO: Do you have other kids or just this guy here?
Wifey: Just this guy here.
VO: Okay, your visa has been approved.

Thank God, thanks all and success to everyone. Compliments...

Congrats...Only Jah can do it.......

cud:
My gratitude to everyone who has contributed one way or another here. This is my way of extending the love to other intending applicants. All the best.

My F1 interview was scheduled for last Tuesday (December 13) alongside my wife and son. Unfortunately, the CGI list was not updated to have the confirmation numbers for my family and they were turned back. I went ahead for the interview.

Congratulations. I like your interview. You showed confidence. The VO knew this was you and not crammed answers.

He's ignorant of it

akins2016:
why did you have to use this word

cud:
My gratitude to everyone who has contributed one way or another here. This is my way of extending the love to other intending applicants. All the best.

Thank God, thanks all and success to everyone. Compliments...

Congrats cheers!

sobastical:
He's ignorant of it

I guess he's definitely ignorant of the word.

tunamost:
Glory be to God Almighty for he is good and his mercies endureth forever. Thanks to GOD Almighty because it can only be him and him alone. Special thanks to brightify for the love he showered on me. Sincerely speaking i never knew we still have kind hearted people like bright in this world, despite his busy schedule he still goes out of his way to create time for my mock interview. May the good lord bless you and fufil all your heart desires in Jesus name..My appreciation won't be complete without mentioning the name of Texrem who also immediately responded to my mail and conducted mock interview for me without giving him prior notice, sincerely i was amazed by how fast you responded to my mail and your inputs to my transcript...God bless you too my brother..The lord will meet you at the point of your need in Jesus name and thanks to everyone who shared their transcripts on this forum, God less you all and thanks to lagosismyhome for giving me direction to the US consulate in Lagos, it was really helpful and straightforward, May God bless you too ma..Visa approved this morning for 6.30am appointment at the Lagos consulate. Got to the embassy with my younger brother around 5.30am, met those touts as usual but ignored them all.Did the normal screening and by quatre pass 7 we were in the Hall...Got interviewed at window 7 by a white lady probably in her late 40s... The following ensued between me and the VO:

VO: Good morning, pls pass me your passport, sevis and i-20
ME: Passed it to her
VO: Your sister is sponsoring you?
ME: Yes ma
VO: Where does she stay?
ME: Told her where she stays
VO: Is she in Nigeria with you?
ME: Yes ma
VO: What does your sister do?
ME: She runs an oil marketing firm here in Lagos where she supplies petroleum products to various gas stations and companies across Nigeria
VO: When did you finish your high school? (Na there i take Bleep up oo, thought she was referring to my first degree)
ME: 2011 ma
VO: Do you have a first degree, what field and when did you graduate from the university?
ME: Yes ma, i have a first degree in biochemistry and graduated in 2011.
VO: Alright, so what have you been doing since 2011?
ME: I've been working with the Lagos state Primary Health Care Board ma
VO: She spoke one big grammar that i didn't understand but i heard something like at your work place so i thought it was my job duties she was referring to and i started listing my job duties then she cuts me off
VO: I mean your job title or something (na there my brain boot oo)
ME: Oh you mean my job position?
VO: Yea
ME: Sorry about that, i am the assistant HOD in the physical and health education department
VO: Alright, she typed for like 30 seconds on her system and then passed me the white paper, Pick up your passport in 3 days time i no even here the remaining again ooo
ME: Thank you very much ma and have a nice day ahead
VO: You too, bye
My brothers and sisters it can only be GOD, the interview wasn't up to 3 minutes at all...I prayed to God to go there before me and he did just that..I told GOD to give me a perfect christmas gift by approving my visa and he did it for me...To my fellow Nairalanders who are about going for their interviews please pray and hold on to GOD as he is the one who can do all things...I started fasting and praying right after i payed for my visa fee asking him to grant me favour and mercy using Psalm 51, 34, 21, 20, 72 and isaiah 60 and he truly favoured me in my interview today...Wish those looking forward to their interview days GOODLUCK, FAVOUR AND SUCCESS...Meanwhile i didn't write any test,no document was asked and I'm going to Saint Joseph's University for Masters in Health Administration..Sorry for the long Epistle.

amen......congratulations

cud:
My gratitude to everyone who has contributed one way or another here. This is my way of extending the love to other intending applicants. All the best.

My F1 interview was scheduled for last Tuesday (December 13) alongside my wife and son. Unfortunately, the CGI list was not updated to have the confirmation numbers for my family and they were turned back. I went ahead for the interview.

Me: Good morning Sir, how is work today?
VO: Very fine (smiles). Thanks for asking.
Me: You're welcome
VO: I see you plan to study IT, please tell me how you went about your application and selection process.
Me: You mean my application at Clark University or all the applications I made?
VO: All the applications you made
Me: I applied to 3 universities... University of Manitoba in Canada - accepted; Brunel University in Uxbridge, London - accepted and then Clark University, Worcester.
VO: Impressive...so what's your GRE score?
Me: I did not write GRE. It was waived for me.
VO: Really? It's not required? Alright that's fine.
VO: [Nodding] So why choose Clark You over others?
Me: For UManitoba, I applied to MSc Computer Science because they have no specialized programs in Computer Science or IT and I think the MSc Computer Science is best for those who aim to be academics but not so good for someone like me who intends to excel in a drilled down (I meant to say specialized) area. As for Brunel, I visited the campus last year and loved it but the tuition alone is 20,000 pounds and I realized the cost of living is ridiculously high and way above my sponsor's budget. In the case of Clark You, it was recommended by my mentor who I have followed for years in Cybersecurity and he also helped design the curriculum. I didn't want to pass the chance to work closely with someone I have idolized for years.
VO: Nice. So you are sponsoring yourself? (I think this is a tricky way to get me to lie)
Me: No, my sponsor is XXXXXXX
VO: But you have a child. Why are you not going with him. Won't your family miss you?
Me: Yeah actually I came with my wife and son but we had a slight issue with the confirmation numbers. They will reschedule for later.
VO: Alright, that's fine. I will be approving your visa. Good luck in your studies.
Me: Thanks a lot. Have a nice day.

Today (December 21), we returned for the F2 visa interview of my wife and son.
Wifey: Good morning, compliments of the season.
VO: Thanks and same to you. How are you?
Wifey: Fine, thanks.
VO: Can I have your passport please?
Wifey: [passes passport with I-20's]
VO: Oh, F2 visa? Has he gone already? What's your husband's name?
Wifey: Yes, F2 visa; No, he's still around and his name is XXXX
VO: Do you have other kids or just this guy here?
Wifey: Just this guy here.
VO: Okay, your visa has been approved.

Thank God, thanks all and success to everyone. Compliments...

Wow... This Is really interesting, congratulations my friend

hy guys please is western union quick pay working in the States?

Chiezzh:
All THANKS BE TO GOD !HE MADE THIS HAPPEN ......and thanks to DEETUS most especially Who scoded me but taught me all I need to know ...Thanks to Venek, Texrem,.ajomarzy. lagosismyhome and all you contributed one way or the other to the success of this ....MY VISA WAS FINALLY APPROVED TODAY 7:30 VERY FUNNY INTERVIEW THO ...TRANSCRIPT LOADING .......70%

you never give up,that's really good of you,you nearly injure me with calls,I really know you will get it.....congratulations

Teedawg:
hy guys please is western union quick pay working in the States?

yes is working

texrem:
Congrats bro.... I love this baba God

Texrem baba.....Fanx alot...This baba God is super sweet....

brightify:
amen......congratulations

Fanx bro....My real Nigga....Better person, your fasting and prayer over my application didnt go in vain...E no easy make person fast let alone fast because of someone else... you treated me as if we've known each other for ages....I sincerely can't thank u enough....U more than a friend to me...God bless u once again my brother from another mother...

cud:
My gratitude to everyone who has contributed one way or another here. This is my way of extending the love to other intending applicants. All the best.

My F1 interview was scheduled for last Tuesday (December 13) alongside my wife and son. Unfortunately, the CGI list was not updated to have the confirmation numbers for my family and they were turned back. I went ahead for the interview.

Me: Good morning Sir, how is work today?
VO: Very fine (smiles). Thanks for asking.
Me: You're welcome
VO: I see you plan to study IT, please tell me how you went about your application and selection process.
Me: You mean my application at Clark University or all the applications I made?
VO: All the applications you made
Me: I applied to 3 universities... University of Manitoba in Canada - accepted; Brunel University in Uxbridge, London - accepted and then Clark University, Worcester.
VO: Impressive...so what's your GRE score?
Me: I did not write GRE. It was waived for me.
VO: Really? It's not required? Alright that's fine.
VO: [Nodding] So why choose Clark You over others?
Me: For UManitoba, I applied to MSc Computer Science because they have no specialized programs in Computer Science or IT and I think the MSc Computer Science is best for those who aim to be academics but not so good for someone like me who intends to excel in a drilled down (I meant to say specialized) area. As for Brunel, I visited the campus last year and loved it but the tuition alone is 20,000 pounds and I realized the cost of living is ridiculously high and way above my sponsor's budget. In the case of Clark You, it was recommended by my mentor who I have followed for years in Cybersecurity and he also helped design the curriculum. I didn't want to pass the chance to work closely with someone I have idolized for years.
VO: Nice. So you are sponsoring yourself? (I think this is a tricky way to get me to lie)
Me: No, my sponsor is XXXXXXX
VO: But you have a child. Why are you not going with him. Won't your family miss you?
Me: Yeah actually I came with my wife and son but we had a slight issue with the confirmation numbers. They will reschedule for later.
VO: Alright, that's fine. I will be approving your visa. Good luck in your studies.
Me: Thanks a lot. Have a nice day.

Today (December 21), we returned for the F2 visa interview of my wife and son.
Wifey: Good morning, compliments of the season.
VO: Thanks and same to you. How are you?
Wifey: Fine, thanks.
VO: Can I have your passport please?
Wifey: [passes passport with I-20's]
VO: Oh, F2 visa? Has he gone already? What's your husband's name?
Wifey: Yes, F2 visa; No, he's still around and his name is XXXX
VO: Do you have other kids or just this guy here?
Wifey: Just this guy here.
VO: Okay, your visa has been approved.

Thank God, thanks all and success to everyone. Compliments...

congratulations

worry359:
Please do not post all in capitals as though you are shouting.
It is ignorant and against board rules.

Lol. You and this your moniker ehn.

Hushee:
Lol. You and this your moniker ehn.

Lol, he's the Nairaland police. He can arrest and hand you over to the authority for possible prosecution.

brightify:
yes is working

thanks!

Soflex:
Fortissimo, I greet you bro. Please can I discuss with you in private on my coming to Mississippi? I'm leaving on Christmas day: your inputs are highly and urgently needed. Thanks boss!

Hey man. What part of MS are you coming to? What do you need?

omo no b shere shere o. i have seen a flight for $274 but making payment is the challenge now...Folayetty has really been of help

OluDare01:
Be like say you dey joke abi?
If you book a bus, na die o. Be ready to spend 33hours on the road.
I doubt if you can get a train from NY to TX. Local flight shouldn't be more than $200. You'd have go look for someone that wanna send $$ home

Yea, but now, it's very difficult except one is using a dollar card. Thanks

nellyalph:
I booked with American Airlines during my time from Nigeria. A friend used his gtb card to pay online.

Very true...had to rethink. working on booking a flight but still having challenge with the payment. Thanks ma

LagosismyHome:
Newyork to Dallas too far by bus and especially not in this cold season. take a flight or book your poe to be houston or somewhere closer

@akins2016 i have replied your email boss

Wow glad you made it at last. I told you God will see you thru. Thank God for you.

Chiezzh:
All THANKS BE TO GOD !HE MADE THIS HAPPEN ......and thanks to DEETUS most especially Who scoded me but taught me all I need to know ...Thanks to Venek, Texrem,.ajomarzy. lagosismyhome and all you contributed one way or the other to the success of this ....MY VISA WAS FINALLY APPROVED TODAY 7:30 VERY FUNNY INTERVIEW THO ...TRANSCRIPT LOADING .......70%

@Walsprings boss still haven't gotten a reply to my email oo....

Sorry about that bro. Don't give up, put yourself together and refire

sobastical:
I wish is could go back to rewrite things.
Visa delayed