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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Ifesinachi22(m): 5:18pm On May 19, 2019
Brown2Green:


EduUSA requires annual membership fee and a sum for registration.

We have Education USA Lagos and Abuja. Its all over the web. Search 'Education USA Nigeria'

You choice of schools are great.

Visa Interview will be seamless if you're a member of EDU USA because you must have gotten sufficient knowledge about the whole application process from the program. Hence, the need of membership from Minnesota.


God bless you for your prompt response.
I don't stay in either Abuja or Lagos.
I stay in Enugu.
How do i attend their courses?
Can it be done online?

I want to apply for Spring 2020. Will i still meet up since it's a full year membership?
What if i drop Minnesota that has membership as a pre requisite for admission
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Brown2Green(m): 5:25pm On May 19, 2019
Ifesinachi22:



God bless you for your prompt response.
I don't stay in either Abuja or Lagos.
I stay in Enugu.
How do i attend their courses?
Can it be done online?

I want to apply for Spring 2020. Will i still meet up since it's a full year membership?
What if i drop Minnesota that has membership as a pre requisite for admission

All Minnesota needs is your membership and I believe you can achieve that. Registration is around 30k. And if they call for seminars you can find time to attend .

You certainly shouldn't apply or hope on only one school. It is ideal to apply to at least 3 CHOICE schools. So by all means, drop Minnesota if they don't fall into your plans.
Spring generally has very low funding. Hope you know that?

You can PM me if you have further concerns.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Ifesinachi22(m): 5:43pm On May 19, 2019
Brown2Green:


All Minnesota needs is your membership and I believe you can achieve that. Registration is around 30k. And if they call for seminars you can find time to attend .

You certainly shouldn't apply or hope on only one school. It is ideal to apply to at least 3 CHOICE schools. So by all means, drop Minnesota if they don't fall into your plans.
Spring generally has very low funding. Hope you know that?

You can PM me if you have further concerns.


OK dear.
Thank you very much.
I will apply since membership boosts your chances of getting a visa.
My first deadline is October 1st.
Pray I'll meet up.

I'll hit you up if i have other questions.

I no longer have access to the Email i used in registering on Nairaland. I would have contacted you right away.

Thanks for your concern.
My prayer is that we'll all have a reason to smile, Soon and very soon
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by beejhay69: 5:43pm On May 19, 2019
Phrance:
School resume by June 26
And I didn't follow up on any other school for admission after I have gotten admitted here.
But now am hearing VIU is red flag school
Getting confuse already.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Nutshell44: 5:57pm On May 19, 2019
Wow. You went to embassy without SOA. Like that’s even more important than your school certificate cos they hardly ever ask for it. You made the mistake there. Next time go with it. But I hope you know VIU is a one building school and it is partially accredited. I know this cos I have actually seen the school while visiting Virginia.
Goodluck

Phrance:
Good day all,
Am very new here, someone refer me to this page after my visa was denied on Friday.
This is the conversation ;
Vo: pass me ur visa and I-20
Vo: wat program are you going for in usa
Me: MBA accounting in VIU
Vo: why VIU
Me: my cousin introduce the sch to me. And my personal research shows the school have values align with my choice of career.
Vo: are you marry
Me: no but am engage
Vo: so where is your fiance
Me: she is a medical student doing her Houseman ship here in Nigeria
Vo: oh that's very nice. So aunt will sponsor you.
Me: yes, she has been in support of my career.
Vo: ok good (he started typing.... And stop)
Vo: but ur I-20 shows nephew.
Me: it's error from the school, I saw it late after my appointment have been booked.
Vo: so do you have her SOA
Me: I didn't bother to request it since the school already verify the account.
The VO now close the window call another colleague (maybe his supervisor) and they discuss for long. The open the window again and told me my visa cannot be granted for now.
I ask him why, he said it's in the yellow form.

Please house what else can I do at the moment, I need advice
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Mykaelolalekan: 5:58pm On May 19, 2019
Good day NL, I need to speak to someone currently studying in the USA. I have booked my visa appointment already but my mind is really troubled as I have to leave my wife and my 2 kids behind.
I just need a personal conversation to enable me move forward with my plans.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Nutshell44: 5:59pm On May 19, 2019
This is the whole university in this building

Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Nobody: 5:59pm On May 19, 2019
demmyfranc:

Please like how of fee can be high dat will make VO to raise eye brow.
Cos My aunt in USA wanna sponsor my MBA and the fee is around $26k (can dis be too high?)

Which school are you getting the MBA?
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Brown2Green(m): 6:01pm On May 19, 2019
Nutshell44:
Wow. You went to embassy without SOA. Like that’s even more important than your school certificate cos they hardly ever ask for it. You made the mistake there. Next time go with it. But I hope you know VIU is a one building school and it is partially accredited. I know this cos I have actually seen the school while visiting Virginia.
Goodluck


That school and Lincoln is a way out for agents.

Most I had conversation with have similar response and so with their transcripts..
'My cousin referred me to the school'

Like seriously?

The school is not as good as UI for God's sake!
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Ekunsgreat: 6:18pm On May 19, 2019
orimahspence:


Did you get admitted by the two other schools?
no just didn’t .it was just only Lincoln I chose but I decided to say 3schools
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Ekunsgreat: 6:21pm On May 19, 2019
Brown2Green:


That school and Lincoln is a way out for agents.

Most I had conversation with have similar response and so with their transcripts..
'My cousin referred me to the school'

Like seriously?

The school is not as good as UI for God's sake!
lol all we need is favor and visa
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Brown2Green(m): 6:25pm On May 19, 2019
Ekunsgreat:
lol all we need is favor and visa

Funny enough that's why the denial rate is over 99%.
You think the VO doesn't know?

Let me believe everyone that applied there were ignorant.

Even if you need a way out, don't make it look so obvious .
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Ekunsgreat: 6:28pm On May 19, 2019
Ifesinachi22:
Good afternoon everyone.

I recently sent an email to Minnesota State university Mankato, about my intent to apply. They replied that less than 10% of Nigerian applicants got their Visa after getting admitted.
They said they will not review my application if am not registered with EducationUsa and send proof of registration to them.

Please who has registered for this EducationaUsa?
How do i go about it? I searched the website but didn't get anything meaningful.

Am Considering three Schools.
1. Minnesota State University
2. Uta Valley University
3. Weber State University.

Maybe if time permits, I'll add
4. University of South Dakota.

Is any of this schools a red Flag?
Has anyone been admitted in any of them on this Forum before?

God bless you all.

Expects to hear from you.
Go to embassy on Wednesday..you will meet them there
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Ekunsgreat: 6:31pm On May 19, 2019
Brown2Green:


Funny enough that's why the denial rate is over 99%.
You think the VO doesn't know?

Let me believe everyone that applied there were ignorant.

Even if you need a way out, don't make it look so obvious .
we know but that day I felt the vo wanna grant my visa but I didn’t talk very well ..my friend is there..I just need favor
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Ekunsgreat: 6:36pm On May 19, 2019
orimahspence:


Did you get admitted by the two other schools?
do just chose it to increase my chance of getting visa
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Brown2Green(m): 6:42pm On May 19, 2019
Ekunsgreat:
we know but that day I felt the vo wanna grant my visa but I didn’t talk very well ..my friend is there..I just need favor

I know right?

How many schools did you apply to?
How many admits?
Why this school?

The questions is to check how thorough you were in your research and decision.

You need extra research and grace to ace an interview with red flagged schools.

All the best.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Ekunsgreat: 6:48pm On May 19, 2019
Brown2Green:


I know right?

How many schools did you apply to?
How many admits?
Why this school?

The questions is to check how thorough you were in your research and decision.

You need extra research and grace to ace an interview with red flagged schools.

All the best.
Yes bro ,I will be applying for fall semester cause I’m already denied on 16th due to i was tensed
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Arebjosh: 6:53pm On May 19, 2019
Arebjosh:
good day everyone pls am new here ,I would like to know the format for writing a reference letter in respect to the us visa interview ,thanks for y'all time
any help on dis pls
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Brown2Green(m): 6:58pm On May 19, 2019
Arebjosh:
any help on dis pls

You mean to say mock interview transcript?
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by samdgreat2011: 7:33pm On May 19, 2019
sharwama:
TALE OF AN APPROVED VISA
Written by Miss Sharwama grin grin grin
I remember my heart pounding as I had my bath at 4:30 a.m. yesterday. I was so afraid, I couldn’t even sponge properly. I kept asking myself, “Sharwama after all the noise you have been making on NL, what if you get denied?” “What if you stutter and can’t make eye contact with the VO”… As I applied cream on my chocolate skin, I remember hearing a very gentle voice “Sharwama be still and know that I am God, I have gone ahead of you to make the crooked places straight”. This really gave me courage.
My uncle drove me to the embassy; my interview was at 6:30 a.m. and I got there right on time. I followed all the processes and protocol kini and then I came face-to-face with the visa officer. I paid no attention to the window number. I said a mental prayer “Father, the hour has come, glorify your daughter” and the Lord spoke to me “Sharwama, I have glorified you before and I will do it again”.

VO: Good morning and how are you?
Sharwama: Good morning. I am not sure how I feel; I have butterflies in my stomach.
VO: (Smiles) I understand how you feel, this won’t take much time. Pass me your I-20, passport and SEVIS receipt (I did)
VO: Why do you need this visa?
Sharwama: I want to pursue a masters in Biology Program at East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee. I can’t do that if my visa isn’t approved.
VO: I see here that your sponsor is your mother but you also have a graduate assistantship, I am impressed!
Sharwama: I am glad you are.
VO: I will be approving your visa (hands me the white paper with circled location. Gave me back my I-20 and SEVIS receipt. Said the whole tyonteugdfvcvnm,jklpewszxcvbnmi but I didn’t hear anything. When she was done talking, I was still staring at her. The next person was already behind me)
VO: You can leave now
Sharwama: Is that all? You didn’t ask why I chose ETSU, the schools I applied to, what I have been doing since, you didn’t ask my study plan or even what this degree would do for me or my plans after completion?
(She was about interrupting but I burst into tears)
Sharwarma: Do you know how much the bank charged my sponsor in order to print statements of her multiple accounts? Or the stress it took to colour-print my GRE and TOEFL scores? I nearly had an accident you know. So what would I do with these papers now? Maybe you don’t know this, but I spent the last three months of my life, waking up in the middle of the night to rehearse for this interview and all you did was ask THREE questions? Would you please interview me again?
Her mouth was wide open, her eyes were all out of the socket, and she was in utter shock! Next, a security officer approached me. I knew he would show me out. As he led me, I tightly held on to the white paper and my documents. For some reason, I turned to the VO and saw her smiling at me. I wiped my tears and smiled back. Right there in that moment, I knew she would go to bed with memories of a crazy girl who had her F1 visa approved effortlessly and just couldn’t believe it.
Yes, I remember tasting something in my mouth, kinda tasted like Ribena and I kept licking my mouth till I opened my eyes and saw Martins, my little nephew with Ribena in his hands. It was 7:30 a.m.; I jumped out of bed, knowing I would be late for work. I hurriedly had my bath, brushed my teeth, there was no time for the normal early morning pooing. I ran out of the house, stopped Keke and entered. As he drove me, I couldn’t help but smile. Although, I knew my boss would query me for coming late, I was grateful because my beautiful dream was worth it…
Written by the girl who keeps seeing V.O’s in her sleep.
Inspired by samdgreat2011’s approved visa grin grin grin

Wow. Just reading this. I've been in the village for since yesterday for an outreach.

My God! I felt like screaming reading this.grin

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by samdgreat2011: 7:38pm On May 19, 2019
fairheart:
I think I told ya. Congratulations!

Oh yea you did. Thank you

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by samdgreat2011: 8:20pm On May 19, 2019
NewAjala:


Finally it came through!!! I celebrate with you joyfully.. Your mock transcript was already an inspiration.. You saw it coming. I tap into your blessing bro... Go into that amelica and do exploit!

Thanks. More celebrations coming.

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by LagosismyHome(f): 8:39pm On May 19, 2019
Ekunsgreat:
no just didn’t .it was just only Lincoln I chose but I decided to say 3schools

Saying those 3 schools will most likely work against you so it would have been better not to lie.

Vo: how many school did you apply to
Me :3 Kansas State University,Texas State University ,Lincoln University

Although the Vo didnt ask which school gave you admission. These other two schools are miles better than Lincoln so VO would have spotted a lie if you say your rather go to Lincoln that the other two

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Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by sharwama(f): 8:42pm On May 19, 2019
samdgreat2011:


Wow. Just reading this. I've been in the village for since yesterday for an outreach.

My God! I felt like screaming reading this.grin

Awww smiley
You are an inspiration my friend and I am humbled grin grin grin
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by toluene1234: 10:21pm On May 19, 2019
@Brown2Green, @lagosismyhome and others . Please help go through this transcript for corrections and improvements.
Mock transcript with VO

ME: Good morning madam/sir
VO: Good morning to you, pass me your Passport and I-20
ME: Passed the documents as requested
VO: What do you want to do in the US?
ME: I am going to the US to pursue my Master degree in Information Security and Assurance
VO: Why did you choose to study in the US instead of Nigeria?
ME: No Nigerian University offers Master of Science in Cybersecurity or information security and Assurance, most notable members of Cybersecurity Experts Association of Nigeria CSEAN and professionals I know in Nigeria had their educations in the US in addition to that A friend of mine who is a HR consultant told me that foreign certificates especially in America always have an edge over local certificates because of the technical skills and experience they bring to the job market.
VO: Which School?
ME: Johnson and Wales University Providence, Rhode Island
VO: How many Schools did you apply to and mention them?
ME: I applied to 5 Schools, namely Northeastern University Boston, Rochester Institute of Technology New York, University of Houston Victoria Texas and Southern New Hampshire University Manchester.
VO: Why Johnson and Wales University?
ME: I chose JWU because of their timely feedback and responses to all correspondences compared to other schools, JWU course curriculum are exciting and the concept of co-op program is the most attractive part that fascinated my interest to the school, you are not only earning a degree but also a real life experience at the companies. JWU tuition is relatively affordable compared to other schools and also cost of living in providence city . Encouraging testimonies from alumni also contributed immensely to my decision making. The last but not the least JWU provided an opportunity to prepare for various industry security certifications, including the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISA (Certified Information Security Auditor) and SSCP (Systems Security Certified Practitioner) to set oneself apart from the competition, which is not available in other schools
VO: How do you come across these schools?
ME: I attended an educational fare organized by BCIE British Canadian International Education in Lagos around 2017. There were some of the school representatives that came for the fare. I got to know about the school. I undergone more researches on the school via usanews.com and google.com
VO: Why Information Security and Assurance?
ME: There has been significant increase in data security breaches across organizations and government establishments, many of these perpetrators have gone unnoticed leaving no traces behind. In Nigeria, Government agencies and private institutions are trying hard to combat cybercrimes that is prevalent in our emerging economy. There is a popular one YAHOO YAHOO, they are black hackers that attack organizations and individual accounts to steal vital information to attack and use against them. This will continue as long as our society depends on information system over the networks. There are efforts to combat this menace by Governments security agencies and other companies but limited cyber security professionals to combat this menace. I see a big opportunity in this field to join other security experts to fight cybercrimes. Hackers exploit vulnerabilities in every organizational systems, hijack, and steal organizational information assets, on daily basis I see a big opportunity to join fight cybercrimes and ensure maximum security in our cyberspace
VO: What is your plan after graduation/what will this course do for you after graduation?
ME: after taking Digital/Computer Forensics and Investigation, with practical experience, and upon completion of my program, I will return home to work with government agencies and private organizations to help fight cybercrimes and protect information assets. this will boost my chance to work with Government security agencies in Nigeria
VO: What course will you be taking at JWU?
ME: I will be taking 12 courses totaling 36 credit courses, namely, Digital/Computer Forensics and Investigation, securing virtualized and cloud infrastructure, Network security and cryptography, Computer security, Software security, Hacking countermeasures etc
VO: Tell me your study plans?
ME: After resumption , I will register 3 courses for first semester and 3 courses for second semester, upon completion of my first year, I will engage in co-op experience to practice what I learnt in the classroom which reports is expected of us from the school. Before the completion of my second year, I will enroll; write industrial security certification examination to boost my employability in the job market. Upon my graduation I will come home to position myself for job at any organization of my choice
VO: Who will be accompanying you in this journey?
ME: At this time no one will be accompanying me but would want my spouse join me later in my program because I don’t think I would be able to stay that long without her before I return back to Nigeria
VO: When did you graduate?
ME: 2010
VO: What have you been doing?
ME: After graduation I stayed behind in .... City where I taught for a year before embarking on my compulsory NYSC, I finished NYSC in 2012. I started working at .......company since 2012 till date.
VO: Who is paying for your education?
ME: My uncle will be sponsoring my graduate education throughout my entire stay in the US
VO: What does he do?
ME: He is a business man, he has a printing press company in Lagos, Ado Ekiti, Ikere Ekiti and Ilorin, he does printing for Governments, Higher Institutions, Educational materials for Secondary and primary schools, events etc
VO: Why will your uncle spend so much on you for your graduate education?
ME: My uncle is more or less like a father, I lived with him, he trained me throughout my secondary and university educations, since my parent retired as a civil servant, he has always promised to sponsor my education outside the country where his own children had their educations whenever I am ready. All his children are married and well placed; I and other cousins are the one benefitting from his wealth. So spending so much on us is nothing to him
VO: Take back your I-20, you will need it at the POE.
ME: Thanks

I will appreciate you guys to scrutinise this transcript and put additional questions you think can be asked.

My interview is in 2weeks
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by adurajoseph: 10:33pm On May 19, 2019
Hello everyone, Please I would appreciate your opinions on my query.

I plan on doing my master’s in data science in America next year and I need some advice on schools or advice in general.

I have not been so good at school as I came out with a second class lower in economics, I have some passion for programming as I am self-taught in python and JavaScript which is why I looked towards data science majorly because of the machine learning and some attractive things that are taught with the program that I am personally interested in.

I also do not have a lot of working experience, after graduation, I have just done my NYSC which I am about to conclude in July.
Please, I would need some advice on some schools to look at, what I should have before applying and the rest. Please be brutally honest with your replies.

cc sheke01, bracelum, BigFrancis21, shayhune, lagosismyhome, fairheart, and any other person that has insides into this. Thank you.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by samdgreat2011: 10:44pm On May 19, 2019
sharwama:
Awww smiley You are an inspiration my friend and I am humbled grin grin grin
I just sent an email
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by JohnnyAmhan: 11:07pm On May 19, 2019
I need help real bad..
I felt I wouldn't need to do this, but time is running out.

I got an undergraduate Full Tuition and fees scholarship and the school refused to give me the i-20 unless I pay the room and board fees which is 8k ( I have 3k, but I need 5k through loan, and I don't have a cosigner)..

Another option is if there is a relative in Little Rock, Arkansas who can attest that I will be living with them..(I don't have any relative there, so I forged one with a letter of attestation, but the office said they need to just talk with the person on campus..)
Please I need to please help me out with any relative in Little Rock, Arkansas or help me go the campus and talk with them concerning my accommodation...
If possible I will fund the transportation cost as it's the option I may have...

I don't know if anyone here can help out with any of the options. Because my scholarship will be taken away if I can't provide these alternatives in due time.

Thank you fam...
God bless y'all...
cc @sheke01, @bracelum, @BigFrancis21, @shayhune, @lagosismyhome, @fairheart
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Suspect33(m): 11:12pm On May 19, 2019
LagosismyHome:


Saying those 3 schools will most likely work against you so it would have been better not to lie.

Vo: how many school did you apply to
Me :3 Kansas State University,Texas State University ,Lincoln University

Although the Vo didnt ask which school gave you admission. These other two schools are miles better than Lincoln so VO would have spotted a lie if you say your rather go to Lincoln that the other two
Hello miss, concerning schooling in the states, can one stay back and work after they're done with their masters?
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Ekunsgreat: 11:14pm On May 19, 2019
LagosismyHome:


Saying those 3 schools will most likely work against you so it would have been better not to lie.

Vo: how many school did you apply to
Me :3 Kansas State University,Texas State University ,Lincoln University

Although the Vo didnt ask which school gave you admission. These other two schools are miles better than Lincoln so VO would have spotted a lie if you say your rather go to Lincoln that the other two
yes but I would say it was cause if financial implications,what about this ?
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Davidkking(m): 11:19pm On May 19, 2019
Suspect33:
Hello miss, concerning schooling in the states, can one stay back and work after they're done with their masters?
.
Re: General U.s.a (student) Visa Enquiries-part 14 by Nobody: 11:19pm On May 19, 2019
adurajoseph:
Hello everyone, Please I would appreciate your opinions on my query.

I plan on doing my master’s in data science in America next year and I need some advice on schools or advice in general.

I have not been so good at school as I came out with a second class lower in economics, I have some passion for programming as I am self-taught in python and JavaScript which is why I looked towards data science majorly because of the machine learning and some attractive things that are taught with the program that I am personally interested in.

I also do not have a lot of working experience, after graduation, I have just done my NYSC which I am about to conclude in July.
Please, I would need some advice on some schools to look at, what I should have before applying and the rest. Please be brutally honest with your replies.

cc sheke01, bracelum, BigFrancis21, shayhune, lagosismyhome, fairheart, and any other person that has insides into this. Thank you.

These pointers would be helpful;

1. Get a job or internships for at least 1 year in data science/analytics: Everyone tells you that data science is hot but no one tells you that the hotness is only at the topmost level of the industry (Senior - Director roles). There is an oversupply of manpower for entry-level roles and the best way you can help yourself is by getting prior work experience before coming to the US. I personally will recommend two or three years of experience in analytics. That is how most of the Indians do it.

If you come without analytics experience, you will face stiff competition for the jobs with candidates that are more qualified. If you're not lucky, you may settle for something else. A lot of Software Engineers and Postdocs are moving to data science. It is not easy getting that first job without experience. So, try and get work experience before coming. This is the most important step for you. When I say experience, I mean real analytics experience, not sales or marketing experience . A lot of startups in Lagos can give you such experience.

2. Funding or no funding: If funding is a priority for you, take an MS or a PhD in Statistics. PhD in Stats is preferred. There are just a few MS in Analytics programs that provide full financial aid. The other day, one fella here boasted of knowing schools that provide full aid here and he couldn't provide the names of the schools. So, the truth is, you may get partial aid for an MS in Analytics. Some few schools give full aid but you need to do a deeper research. But if funding is important to you, do an MS in Stat or a PhD in Stat (PhD preferred).

3. Program duration to select: I would recommend a 2 year program (for MS) because you need enough time to learn the tools for data science. A one year program may not be the best for you. Indians select one year programs because they already have experience in the field. They just need an OPT to get jobs in the US.

4. Select a balanced program: Select a program that has a good balance of teaching. Data science is not computer science and that is why your Python or Javascript skills alone does not make you a data scientist. You need to have a very strong background of statistics and a very good business intuition (if you want to work in business-like setting). So, choose a program that can give you both.

Your ability to do machine learning models is just 20% of the job. Having that strong business acumen and that statistics knowledge takes up 65% of the job. So, you need to revise your linear algebra, probability, econometrics etc.

5. The tools are not important, but the insights you generate are very important: This is why I said data science is not software engineering. No one gives a f*ck about the tools you have in your skillset. Whether it is Python, SAS, Scala, R or whatever! No one cares! What they all care about is the amount of insights you can get from your analysis. I have met Data Scientists from Apple that do not know how to code on Python. I have met Data Scientists from Intel that only use Excel (yeah, Excel). But one quality they all share is very solid statistical and business acumen. The Intel guy can build a market acquisition model from scratch using logit or probit models.

So, brush up on your statistics and wear your business cap always! That is what makes you a good data scientist.

Finally, you will have to tell me if funding is a priority for you so that I can suggest some good programs.

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