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Good morning Guys , its my prayer that we read many "visa approved" transcripts this week

bracelum:
You did not clearly state your question but I'm guessing you are worried about the change of degree based on the "but" statement you used.

Let me give you my 2 cents.

There is absolutely no problems with doing a masters degree that is different from your undergrad. In fact, this is one area I applaud the US educational system because it has a high degree of flexibility. For instance, a lot of Indians that study MS in Computer Science had their undergrads in Engineering or Information Technology. A lot of Chinese students that study MS in Statistics had their undergrads in Economics.

I have even seen BS in Architecture to MS in Computer Science and BS in Psychology to MS in Computer Science too.

So, I see no problems with you choosing a master's degree different from your undergrad.

However, try to make a connection from your undergrad to your work experience and to your master's degree so that the VO will know you are a legit student.

But generally, I don't think you have a problem at all.

Any idea if these guys you talk about got graduate assistantship?

sconp:
Any idea if these guys you talk about got graduate assistantship?

I didn't ask

Please, can someone enlighten me on difference between TOEFL, SAT, GRE, ILTS e.t.c, help a friend please, all inputs will be highly appreciated

Quote me please

LagosismyHome:
Still on this matter ... fairheart permission to transfer ?

@Fairheart you've forgotten me totally

gideon1971:
Please, can someone enlighten me on difference between TOEFL, SAT, GRE e.t.c, help a friend please, all inputs will be highly appreciated

Quote me please

Good morning Gideon. I'll try my best to highlight the differences as I also understand it
TOEFL
"The Test of English as a Foreign Language, or TOEFL, is a test which measures people's English language skills to see if they are good enough to take a course at university or graduate school in English-speaking countries". Everyone (whether undergraduates or masters aspirants) is required to take this.


SAT
"The SAT is a standardized test widely used for college admissions in the United States" Only undergraduates do this.


GRE
"The Graduate Record Examinations is a standardized test that is an admissions requirement for most graduate schools in the United States". In other words, only post graduates needs this.

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MY F1 STUDENT VISA WAS APPROVED THIS MORNING - I will post my transcript in the afternoon.

Bleuocean:
MY F1 STUDENT VISA WAS APPROVED THIS MORNING - I will post my transcript in the afternoon.

congratulations and thanks for the good news in a new week it shows the lord is going to surprise many applicants this week with approvals and the contribution of every one here is working out fine for the people who believe in it.

Ayindesegun10:
Good morning Gideon. I'll try my best to highlight the differences as I also understand it
TOEFL
"The Test of English as a Foreign Language, or TOEFL, is a test which measures people's English language skills to see if they are good enough to take a course at university or graduate school in English-speaking countries". Everyone (whether undergraduates or masters aspirants) is required to take this.


SAT
"The SAT is a standardized test widely used for college admissions in the United States" Only undergraduates do this.


GRE
"The Graduate Record Examinations is a standardized test that is an admissions requirement for most graduate schools in the United States". In other words, only post graduates needs this.

Thanks

Good day everyone, here is my own problem
I finished from zenith university in ghana(private uni) but i was given university of cape coast(govt uni) certificate. Thats how its done in ghana all private schools are under government schools. I am about applying for wes evaluation so i want to know which of the school will send my transcripts to wes for evaluation?

Congratulations bro

TFLASHOGEE:
congratulations and thanks for the good news in a new week it shows the lord is going to surprise many applicants this week with approvals and the contribution of every one here is working out fine for the people who believe in it.

Great information!

Nativeborn:
Good afternoon lovely people. Hope you are having a great day? For me it's a sad one! I have been refused f1 visa twice this month. On the 8th and 13th of May (today). The consular officers didn't really ask much from me. The first said I wasn't qualified because of my intended purpose of visit (212 denial) and today's own reads 214 (I don't have tie, employment etc...). Of course I do, and all the documents are in the folder but they never even ask for them. On my way home, I stayed at GTbank to make another visa payment hoping to fill the ds-160 form again tonight. Is it a good idea? The soon is resuming on the 28th of May,Should I defer my admission or try applying again? I might be able to convince the consular in the next interview that I have properties, job, family etc.. Damn! Something is wrong somewhere Please you guys should help me out. I have three countries visa on my old passport, they didn't even bother to check ah!

I have all the TOEFL, GRE, IELTS, my school is St. Mary's University St. Anthonio, Texas

Thanks and God bless you all.

Just give it time bro. May the 28th is just few days away, I don't see how you want to twist something on your application(if you have other admissions for Fall, you can request for their I-20 forms to at least change something on your application). Drop your transcripts and explain what really happened in your first appointment.

Nativeborn:
Good afternoon lovely people. Hope you are having a great day? For me it's a sad one! I have been refused f1 visa twice this month. On the 8th and 13th of May (today). The consular officers didn't really ask much from me. The first said I wasn't qualified because of my intended purpose of visit (212 denial) and today's own reads 214 (I don't have tie, employment etc...). Of course I do, and all the documents are in the folder but they never even ask for them. On my way home, I stayed at GTbank to make another visa payment hoping to fill the ds-160 form again tonight. Is it a good idea? The soon is resuming on the 28th of May, yes I can still be lucky to have a close date like I did earlier. Should I defer my admission or try applying again? I might be able to convince the consular in the next interview that I have properties, job, family etc.. Damn! Something is wrong somewhere Please you guys should help me out. I have three countries visa on my old passport, they didn't even bother to check ah!

I have all the TOEFL, GRE, IELTS, my school is St. Mary's University St. Anthonio, Texas

Thanks and God bless you all.

The provided info isn't enough to proffer a possible solution to your predicament, detail your visa transcript , for people to see.thanks

Greetings,

Please I do need assistance. I tried paying for the shipping of my I-20 via study.eshipglobal through paypal. However, it wasn't successful. I'm looking for alternative means to make the payment.

Many thanks.

Congratulations !!! Please what do you mean by transcript ,been hearing it since here

Bleuocean:
MY F1 STUDENT VISA WAS APPROVED THIS MORNING - I will post my transcript in the afternoon.

Hello LagosismyHome, I did not actually forget him. I just wanted to be sure this is going to work. I am still not convinced. However, we can support him. Kindly let me know what you mean by "permission to transfer." If you are planning to send him part of the money, please wait until we have him write the essay. That should be taken care of this week.

LagosismyHome:
Still on this matter ... fairheart permission to transfer ?

No. Don't make another payment yet. I will like to see your profile.

Nativeborn:
Good afternoon lovely people. Hope you are having a great day? For me it's a sad one! I have been refused f1 visa twice this month. On the 8th and 13th of May (today). The consular officers didn't really ask much from me. The first said I wasn't qualified because of my intended purpose of visit (212 denial) and today's own reads 214 (I don't have tie, employment etc...). Of course I do, and all the documents are in the folder but they never even ask for them. On my way home, I stayed at GTbank to make another visa payment hoping to fill the ds-160 form again tonight. Is it a good idea? The soon is resuming on the 28th of May, yes I can still be lucky to have a close date like I did earlier. Should I defer my admission or try applying again? I might be able to convince the consular in the next interview that I have properties, job, family etc.. Damn! Something is wrong somewhere Please you guys should help me out. I have three countries visa on my old passport, they didn't even bother to check ah!

I have all the TOEFL, GRE, IELTS, my school is St. Mary's University St. Anthonio, Texas

Thanks and God bless you all.

Good to know! I wish you the best.

sammybtc:
Thank you for this piece. You just lifted my Fear.

afeezzezo:
Good day everyone, here is my own problem
I finished from zenith university in ghana(private uni) but i was given university of cape coast(govt uni) certificate. Thats how its done in ghana all private schools are under government schools. I am about applying for wes evaluation so i want to know which of the school will send my transcripts to wes for evaluation?

I had a similar situation as well and yes most Ghana private schools are under government schools, in my case, it was the private school that issued me the transcript after graduation and when i needed to send for evaluation, it was also the private school i contacted and they sent it directly to the evaluation company.

Hi guys a friend received this refusal this at Abuja embassy. Does it me he has been banned?

It's says 212(a)(6)(c)(i) - for fraud or misinterpretation of a material fact

fairheart:
Hello LagosismyHome, I did not actually forget him. I just wanted to be sure this is going to work. I am still not convinced. However, we can support him. Kindly let me know what you mean by "permission to transfer." If you are planning to send him part of the money, please wait until we have him write the essay. That should be taken care of this week.

Ok ... seen .

Please I need a sample of the request for an Academic adviser ASAP. Thanks

Ah! What happened?

Gent009:
Hi guys a friend received this refusal this at Abuja embassy. Does it me he has been banned?

It's says 212(a)(6)(c)(i) - for fraud or misinterpretation of a material fact

Gent009:
Hi guys a friend received this refusal this at Abuja embassy. Does it me he has been banned?

It's says 212(a)(6)(c)(i) - for fraud or misinterpretation of a material fact

That's a 10years ban. I know someone that was lucky to get a visa after getting this kind of letter.

Did the person get a waiver?

Time2win:
That's a 10years ban. I know someone that was lucky to get a visa after getting this kind of letter.

kinibd:
I had a similar situation as well and yes most Ghana private schools are under government schools, in my case, it was the private school that issued me the transcript after graduation and when i needed to send for evaluation, it was also the private school i contacted and they sent it directly to the evaluation company.

Thanks bruh.
So you are done with the wes evaluation?

kinibd:
I had a similar situation as well and yes most Ghana private schools are under government schools, in my case, it was the private school that issued me the transcript after graduation and when i needed to send for evaluation, it was also the private school i contacted and they sent it directly to the evaluation company.

Thanks bruh.
So you are done with wes evaluation?

fairheart:
Did the person get a waiver?

Nope, he changed school, went for his interview again and surprisingly he was approved. We can't tell what really happened as to why he was approved but we are sure he took a fake bank statement to the embassy and they notified him that it was fake. Maybe the person handling it forgot to update his profile to banned or maybe updated another person's own instead of his. Miracle can happen lol. I also know of someone that provided genuine statement and was banned. Human error do happen

heheheh. The bolded part na serious case o. Yes, miracle can happen. I wish to understand the student's case. I hope he'll come out clean.

Time2win:
Nope, he changed school, went for his interview again and surprisingly he was approved. We can't tell what really happened as to why he was approved but we are sure he took a fake bank statement to the embassy and they notified him that it was fake. Maybe the person handling it forgot to update his profile to banned or maybe updated another person's own instead of his. Miracle can happen lol. I also know of someone that provided genuine statement and was banned. Human error do happen

Waooo!! Insightful!!!
Thank you, God bless you @fairheart

fairheart:
SUCCESSFUL VISA INTERVIEW NUGGET TWO

If you complain that this is too long for you to read, I'm afraid to say you're not a student

HERE WE GO! First, I want you to understand I am sharing whatever you read here from personal experience as Study-abroad Consultant and as someone who has many students in my circle. Just take what you know is helpful and leave the rest. I'm going to use many words to explain few things. That is the trick of world's education system!

NOTE that the US embassy wants you to come for interview because they want to see and hear you first before they know you’re eligible for the category of visa you’re seeking. If not, there would be no need for interview. So, in this sense, you are required to prepare to be well seen and heard well.

Your next homework in preparing yourself for a successful F1 visa interview is to be psychologically calm—so that you can be seen (as genuine) and heard by the VO. Effectiveness begins in the mind, not from the documents, or the people you know. You must tackle fear, anxiety, and self-doubt rooted in lack of confidence in your own abilities. If you have never had any major interview or breakthrough a very difficult professional goal in your life, you could be a victim of fear and tension. I remember how I used to avoid eyes contact when I needed to talk to people. But now, a man that's not afraid will look you in the eyes, smiling and able to express exactly what he wants to say. So, the goal is to stand in front of the VO and remain psychologically calm as possible. To achieve this state of mind, especially if you are afraid of your upcoming interview, you may need the following:

ONE: YOU NEED AN INTERVIEW TRANSCRIPT.
Get that ready as soon as you can. List all the generic questions you know the VO usually ask during F1 interview. Take each question at a time. What do you think would be ideal to say to a question like, "How did you hear about this school?" Write the response down. It should be moderate, simple and unique according to your academic and career goals. No story! If you find it hard coming up with a fine response, seek for help.

TWO: HAVE YOUR TRANSCRIPT IN YOUR HIPPOCAMPUS
I saw a transcript here last week in which the applicant quoted the VO as saying he did not need to have a prepared transcript for the interview (and visa was granted). How ignorant of the VO! The fact that he/she is a VO does not mean they have absolute understanding of how interview is conducted. Ask the VO if he/she did not prepare for the interview that got him/her the consular job? One of the things that portray a student as “not genuine” in front of a VO is inability to talk well during the interview. Believe me, this is one of the strongest reasons most F1 visas have been refused. The fundamental reason for interview is to check on the student whether he’s genuine or just taking advantage of the F1 visa category to migrate and “Japa” as some persons here would say.

So, how did you pass the exams that got you the first class, or second class upper or lower on your certificate? Because you studied your textbook, of course! Because you studied it and became familiar with the information, you kill the questions related to what you have studied on examination day. Even Presidents of nations prepare transcript for interviews, because they know they could mess up if such is lacking. There is no man that can speak and express himself effectively (especially when tense or under pressure) except the information has been well-stored and familiar with. There are not so many students who have trained their mind to be creative with words and expression when under pressure. Most of us shut down temporary and unable to say what we really desire to say or should say when under pressure and afraid.

So, for a student going for a major interview in a decade, except you really know what to say, you may not be able to say it. You should know what to say. You should know what you want to say based on your unique case ahead of the interview and that is why you need prepared yourself a transcript for the interview. Know it! Review it! Ask yourself questions and answer them about it. If I tell you that you will not be afraid upon citing the consular at the embassy, I may be wrong. Fear and doubt are a part of our existence as human being, and it is okay. Your duty as a student going to get the F1 visa is to rise above them and say what you should say to earn an approval.

I remember a time in 2016. As an advocate for youth education and our role in shaping future society, I was invited to speak at a church with over 100 members. Due to work, I did not get to outline what I will be speaking on, though the pastor sent me a topic my sermon or talk should revolve. I wanted to go on stage without a prepared speech, but when I look at the fact that I need to quote certain bible verses, I changed my mind and prepared heading and sub-heading for the speech. I then read, revise, and read what I will be saying. When I got on stage, with all eyes on me, I greeted the audience and delivered a very motivating speech. Because I had prepared what to say—knowing that the audience is aware of the topic—everything went well. The same is necessary for the F1 visa interview.
Though things may go wrong due to certain things outside our direct control, yet, preparation against possible fear, anxiety and doubt attack attracts success.

Research shows that the hippocampus (a part of the limbic system in the brain where information and memories are retrieved) lags when your mind is under pressure and fear. Now, imagine if you've nothing stored up related to this interview and your fear of “what if I am refused” captured you? This is to say you may not be able to express yourself well; confusion! The consular may think you’re not a genuine student. Though, there is exception for students who stammer.
So, read the transcript from time to time. Get familiar with it. Does that mean cramming? You call it cramming; I call it PREPARATION FOR A MAJOR INTERVIEW—one that is a defining moment for the rest of your career and even life.

IN addition to this, have mock over and over with someone who can assess you. This is as crucial as having the transcript.


THREE: BELIEVE IN YOURSELF
I have seen professionals at the top of their career who have strong self-doubt in themselves. Once you tell them to go achieve something new, they come up with all sort of excuses that, if you trace the root of these excuses, you will find them in lack of confidence. Young, old, educated and uneducated all have issue of personal faith—depends on the level of success we are trying to achieve. You need to tell yourself that if others have done it and get their visas, you can do it, and do it better. A prospective student going for his interview soon told me that this evening. That's confidence!

I broke the chain of my own self-doubt several years ago, when I started reflecting on how strong I have been in the face of difficult situations. You, too, have seen a lot. You need to remind yourself that if you could go through what you've been through, be it your undergraduate education, professional training, personal growth--or whatever, you can also handle this coming interview. Revisit the list of your progresses, academic and professional experiences and endeavours. You have had your own success here and there, although you remember your failures more. So, don't listen to any shallow voice saying you can't have a nice interview and get the visa. Even Bill gate, Warren Buffet or Jeff of Amazon have times they take care of their self-doubt too. Take care of yours too, so you can do things confidently pursue and achieve your heart desires.

You need a lot of “I can do it”; a lot of "I am going to smile in there and talk to the VO”; a lot of "this is what I want for my career, and I'm going to get it." Tell yourself all these positive stuffs to heat up the root of your self-doubt and observe them dry.


FOUR: DRESS WELL & NEAT
I do not have much to say here as "well and neat" have different meaning to each person. But I will recommend you wear something you are comfortable in. Look your best. But mind you, simplicity is the best! Don't dress to the interview like Olosho (smile)


FIVE: HOPE FOR THE BEST; BALANCE YOUR EXPECTATIONS
As a young person, life has taught me that it is erroneous to think everything will always go the way I want. Sometimes, we are victim of circumstances we know nothing of, and that we cannot control—even after we have done our ultimate best!

Do not see the F1 visa as do or die, except you want to experience high blood pressure. If you have done your best, allow things to happen. Exhale all the worries that “what if I am refused” may have induced. What if you’re refused? So? You reapply! What is you’re refused again? You reapply! You don't give up just like that!

But have you also thought of “what if I am one of those good number of students Fairheart saw in his dream that got their visas in 2019? Of course! Think about that too!

This is what I call balanced expectation. Sometimes, life is 50/50! But this does not mean you should follow the erred opinion that what will be will be. No, most times, things be because we make them be. You still need to do your best. Just make sure you balance your expectation. Funny enough, balanced expectation on results we expect from our endeavours induce calm state of mind and boost confidence. Try it and see how all your worries and anxiety will be lifted. This is a magic pill I have used to liberate myself from unnecessary worries and anxiety when pursuing something I badly desire.

A balanced expectation is vital as we go through life and its modus operandi. King Solomon once said there is “factor of time and chances” at the centre of events that occur to every human being in life. Some things will go wrong even when we do the right thing. Some things will go right, even when we make mistakes and mess up. Why? Time and chances! These are forces of fate. You could be refused in May and get the visa in June or July. I always quote a close friend who was refused 8 times and got it the 9th time. I still ask why and what he did wrong during those 8 appearances at the embassy. Just imagine it too!

SIX: LAY YOUR CAUSE BEFORE GOD
This is my last advice for all of you going for F1 this fall. Whether you believe in God or not, there is God. There is God o! And one of His attributes is that, He listens to genuine prayers of those who have faith in Him. I am not trying to motivate you. This is the reality. God hears prayer! So, if you are worried, pray. If you are unsure, pray. If you think you may experience hard luck, pray. If you have stubborn confidence that you will get a visa approval, pray.

A friend told me that each time he fast and pray on a particular thing he wants, door always open. He then said if fasting is not part of the prayer for the request, he hardly see the result. We both laughed. I almost took him for a prayer warrior. But then, I remember Jesus saying in Matthew 17:21 that without fasting and prayer, certain miracle will not happen.

Hey, maybe you should pray and fast too about this favour. Because you may need God's favour or good luck (the secular term for favour) to supplement your preparation. This could be the last thing to do to open the door.

Alright dreamers! I will try and re-post this for Spring 2020 students. Don’t forget, the approval rate will be higher than refusal this year. Keep counting the visas. God bless!