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Hi guys
Please has anyone witnessed this...visa approved at point of interview but received a mail a day later for supplemental questions without being issued a yellow form? Again, how long after visa approval will the status change to issued? Thanks in anticipation of your response.

Stanmedix:
Hi guys
Please has anyone witnessed this...visa approved at point of interview but received a mail a day later for supplemental questions without being issued a yellow form? Again, how long after visa approval will the status change to issued? Thanks in anticipation of your response.

Mine changed approximately 48hours later.

Lols. We are talking. He is my guy, and ee will sort it. It is a misunderstanding on the part of the consular, givrn that the student forgot exactly whrn he travelled to Ghana. He actually travelled and there is no fake stamps.

sharwama:
Is that your passport number written on the paper? I'm not sure how I feel about that information being shared here please.
Meanwhile, indispensable gurus of substance, this is your specialty. I never reach una level abeg

bayocanny:
Hello gurus in the house, pls I need your expertise on what should be the contents of my email because I want to begin romancing Profs for funding.

FALL 2020

Romanus abi romancer
Since you mentioned funding, I figured it's a PhD or Masters. I stand to be corrected.
1) Expect to be ignored! Some professors are so unromantic, no matter how sexy and seductive your emails are, no greenlight for you, konji wee finish you Romanus
2) Make sure your mail has a good subject. If the subject is horrible, it's a huge turn off. The subject should be precise, strike the balls!
3) Be polite and formal. Begin with Dear Professor Sharwama, not Dear Sir/Madam!
Don't exchange pleasantries
Introduce yourself briefly in the first paragraph, sell yourself in 2-3 sentences. Make it clear you are from Nigeria not Africa
2nd Paragraph
Recognise and indicate interest in the professor's research, talk about a recent work that captivated your interest, give brief specifics, say what you need. Make sure you have an indepth knowledge of the professor's recent publications.
THIRD PARAGRAPH
One sentence, reaffirm how much his or her mentorship would mean to you or something, indicate willingness to provide additional information, Thank the professor and anticipate a response.
4) Conclude with Sincerely or Respectfully, then your name. Remember to use a comma if your surname comes first. Please don't use "cheers", don't use "best regards", don't use "regards". I am not a professor but I find them disrespectful and inappropriate especially in a request email or when seeking for something. I will not answer you with my church mind again again, regards kee you dia
5) Make sure your CV and transcripts and test scores are ready but do not attach them to the mail. If a Professor needs more information, provide upon request only.
6) Prepare for Skype or video kini interview. Make sure you schedule it when it's appropriate for you and the professor. Make sure you have done thorough research on the professor's research interest and publications, so you can have something to chat about, apart from your own research experience and career goals.
Hey Fada!
I remember skyping with my potential supervisor in April, it felt so amazing. I fell in love with his smile and jerry curl
He didn't think I knew a lot about his research, so when I started talking about some recent publications and asking questions that his findings didn't really answer, he just told me on the spot
"I don't know the answers to your questions, so how about we find out together when you come over" That's how I got a lab and a thesis topic on the spot. Yes, I loved it
So when other professors started reaching out to me, it was too late, I was taken
See why I told the VO I already built a great student-faculty relationship with my potential supervisor
There's a message in this story, if it's for you, take it.
I hope you or someone else finds this helpful.
God bless you and God bless these United States of America

fairheart:
Lols. We are talking. He is my guy, and ee will sort it. It is a misunderstanding on the part of the consular, givrn that the student forgot exactly whrn he travelled to Ghana. He actually travelled and there is no fake stamps.

Oh nice! Thank you for sharing this with me

I miss you

sharwama:
Oh nice! Thank you for sharing this with me

Guys, I was thinking, and the older guys could help out if necessary
Some of us leaving need support, (not financial ohh Infact anybody that makes such requests will be blocked ) instead of just being thrown into the deep end
We need to network, keep in touch and share opportunities if necessary
And help others too who come via this platform as well
Information is power, there are lots of things we can learn from each other, solutions can be proffered, mentorship and career advices only for students in status, or resident graduates(there should be a means of verification before being accepted into the group)
@lagosismyhome is this possible ma? I believe as one of the elder ones you would be in great position to champion such a good cause.

Just an idea, I hope others like it tho
Cos personally I’m already struggling with information, about going into a new country, no friends, and I’m yet to find a Nigerian student there, it helps having a mentor

Mudicua:
Mama mamaiaaaaaa...

I have missed you oooo.
Abeg ooo, let us connect biko.

Hello hot creamy Chocolate
Mama will call you tomorrow night, so she can serenade you with her melodious voice and talk you to sleep. You have my word

Smh

sharwama:
Hello hot creamy Chocolate
Mama will call you tomorrow night, so she can serenade you with her melodious voice and talk you to sleep. You have my word

Wow!!

Stanmedix:
Hi guys
Please has anyone witnessed this...visa approved at point of interview but received a mail a day later for supplemental questions without being issued a yellow form? Again, how long after visa approval will the status change to issued? Thanks in anticipation of your response.

fairheart:
I miss you

Hey Fada!
See how you want to press my mumu button
Don't worry, tomorrow I will look for your trouble after eating fufu

. I can't wait.

sharwama:
Hey Fada!
See how you want to press my mumu button
Don't worry, tomorrow I will look for your trouble after eating fufu

Wretch32:
Guys, I was thinking, and the older guys could help out if necessary
Some of us leaving need support, (not financial ohh Infact anybody that makes such requests will be blocked ) instead of just being thrown into the deep end
We need to network, keep in touch and share opportunities if necessary
And help others too who come via this platform as well
Information is power, there are lots of things we can learn from each other, solutions can be proffered, mentorship and career advices only for students in status, or resident graduates(there should be a means of verification before being accepted into the group)
@lagosismyhome is this possible ma? I believe as one of the elder ones you would be in great position to champion such a good cause.

Just an idea, I hope others like it tho
Cos personally I’m already struggling with information, about going into a new country, no friends, and I’m yet to find a Nigerian student there, it helps having a mentor

You already have a network with the persons(s) that have assisted you up to this level. Your conversations with them can now grow beyond visa related issues, into much deeper issues. Have you tried to check the LinkedIn page of your school? That's a cool place to link up with Nigerians around your new neighborhood.

I’ve been on LinkedIn searching for them since after my visa interview and I’ve found none
I don’t think my suggestion is entirely bad tho, I received very little assistance to be honest and only person I got any from was fairheart, and of course you responded as well when I reached out to you but yeah I just believe we can build a strong network (voluntarily) but of course, it’s not a do or die affair
If nobody is interested, in the end we go all dey alright

Porpor:
You already have a network with the persons(s) that have assisted you up to this level. Your conversations with them can now grow beyond visa related issues, into much deeper issues. Have you tried to check the LinkedIn page of your school? That's a cool place to link up with Nigerians around your new neighborhood.

May I send a pm? We have much to talk about

LagosismyHome:
awwwww have a tissue . Tears of joys are always the sweetest . Very pleased to see this

Congrats, May God bless your new journey

Yen Yen.. Why so serious? Relax abeg

sharwama:
I think it's not nice for you to address me as chicken sharwama. I am Queen Sharwama, the first and last of my kind. Please avoid me.

Gloryemo:
Visa approved 8am yesterday at Lagos embassy

Thank you so much everyone.....this is a great testimony for me....I'm overjoyed

I really appreciate everyone for encouraging and being there for me when i was denied last month at same lagos embassy.

Last month was my first time at the embassy and the VO was the black man, he didn't allow me talk at all, interview was rushed and he denied me.

School is APSU
Masters in Computer science, focus on Predictive analytics.
GTA offer covering tuition and stipends attached.
Deficit of around 7k.


Approved interview went...

VO was a white male in window 3 with firm face...

VO - pass your documents....(staring at computer for minutes)... You were here a week ago..

Me - No. I was here 2 weeks ago

VO - what has changed?

Me - last time i was not very confident to explain my intentions properly but now I am...i was smiling

VO - OK explain yourself

Me - I'm going to Apsu for my masters degree in computer science and quantitative methods, I will be concentrating on predictive analytics... The courses i will be taking are...VO cuts...

VO - why this school
Me - i chose it because of the predictive analytics concentration...the program has extensive courses that combines field studies and research analysis which will help me to be excellent when i return to my job after i finish my studies.. Also i have been able to build a faculty-student relationship with Prof Matt, my potential supervisor... VO kept listening to me and looking at me straight...

VO - what other schools did you apply to

Me - told him in full..

VO - did you get a scholarship

Me - yes. A GTA

VO - how many siblings do you have

Me - two

VO - what do they do

Me - i answered

VO - are you the first child

Me - yes

VO - Who is your sponsor?

Me - my maternal uncle

VO - why will he pay

Me - he supported me during my undergraduate degree...i was smiling

VO - what does he do

Me - he owns a financial consulting firm...

VO - any document to prove his sponsorship

Me - i gave him bank statement.. He checked and returned to me

VO - what will you be doing as a GA

Me - i will be assisting my prof in marking and grading courses and assignment...

VO - why did you choose this school ?

Me - repeated what i said before again

VO - how many children does your sponsor have

Me - 2

VO - how old are they

Me - not very sure but in their 30s

VO - oh they are grown adults ?

Me - yes

VO - he dropped my passport beside him. Your visa is approved...pick up in blah blah and gave me white paper

I didn't hear the rest oo.. I screamed thank you Jesus in the hall as I ran out.. And everyone said congratulations.

Thanks so much Time2win, Sharwama, Fairheart, deyemzy, allylic, Brown2green, Kashogi, yuscodguy, and others. I appreciate big sis Lagosismyhome and imperiouxx, all their old posts i read and i was encouraged.

Never give up. Delay is not permanent. Give it one more push.
You deserve it. Apply to good schools. Don't use agents. Be consistent with your information.
Write GRE, try to get funding at least. The sky is just the starting point. Love y'all.

Congrats.

Tohajan:
APPRECIATION DIARY

Visa approved this morning
Lagos Consulate
8am
Program: MPH

First of all, Alhamdulillah (praise be to Allah) for making this a success. Honestly, my responses were nowhere near perfect. As a matter of fact, it still feels like a dream.

My mentor, Rasulullah (peace and blessings forever be upon him) taught me, "whoever does not appreciate fellow man, will never be able to appreciate God".

My appreciation goes to the following for being a part of my success story:

@Mudicua
Thanks for reviewing my proposed transcript here. Your suggestions worked in no small measure. I really appreciate. Wish you success in your career.

@Shawarma
Queen of queens. This lady and her humorous sense ehn! I hope you remember this line: I wish you all the best and I am sorry if I hurt your feelings. You were the one pursuing me upandan with your transcript
Well, you didn't hurt my feelings in any way. I asked for unalloyed review of my transcript, and you gave just that. I really appreciate because your comments made me return to my drawing table. Wish you success in all your endeavors.

Lastly, but not in anyway the least,
@fairheart
This King of Queen Shawarma... Hmm... I don't even know where or how to start appreciating you. Like it's usually said in my local parlance, "tí mo bá ní kí n ṣe àdúrà, epe má jabọ́".
What a down-to-earth man you are! I really appreciate your efforts and words of encouragement. May you continue to soar higher and higher in life. Thank you a trillion times.


Finally, my NL people. Thanks for everything. Your comments, answers to questions, etc have really been helpful. May we all continue to break grounds in our future endeavors!

To those with upcoming interviews, I wish you a seamless experience with positive outcome.


Will drop my transcript once I get my passport.

Cheers!

Congrats

stressfree1:
I am grateful to God most high!

Visa Transcript
Status: Approved
Date: 12th July, 2019
School: Texas Tech Uni
Deficit: 21k
V.O. is a pretty young girl in her twenties (excitingly attractive)

Me: Good morning
V.O. Good morning, pass me your i20 and passport
V.O. How did you hear about this school?
Me. I did an extensive research online using petersons.com and usnews.com to search for schools that offer graduate studies in Engineering with a specialization in .....
V.O. Cuts in. Did you apply to any other school?
Me. Yes! University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, Mississippi State University, NCAT.
V.O. 5! How many did you get into?
Me. 3! UAB, MSU and TTU. NCAT was unresponsive.
V.O. What will this degree do for you?
Me. This degree will enable me to fully satisfy the requirements for a promotion to the position of a senior clinical engineer so i can utilize the acquired skills and knowledge gained from the program in service of the company which is a family owned company and repay the faith they had in me as I've been granted study leave and full sponsorship of my program.
V.O. Does your father has a current US visa?
Me. No. But he schooled in the US
V.O. What is the name of your family company?
Me. Bleep
V.O. Where did you have your first degree and what did you study?
me. FUTA, Mech. Eng.
V.O. So after that you went for your nys.....I cut in
Me. Then I worked at Bravo 1 for 13months after which i joined the family company Bravo 2 where i currently work as a clinical engineer. Also, i got my professional qualifications, i was inducted into the Nigerian Society of Engineers in July 2018 and about 4 days ago I got news I made the list for the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) so as we speak..I am a registered Engineer!
V.O. Congratulations!
Me. Thank you with a smile
V.O. What is the address of the company's head office?
Me. I said it
V.O. Can you tell me why your Dad's name is not on the company's website?
Me. (It was like as if I've took a hit in my chest, But as a naija boy, Mo gbe body me sharp) He's a professor at Tango, He works for the government and there's a limit to how much he can be effective in another employment. But his brother is fully involved in the business, he is the CEO.
V.O. What's his name?
Me. I said it
She confirmed it.
V.O. Do you have siblings?
me. Yes. 2
V.O. Did they school in the US?
Me. No. I'll be the first after my Dad.
V.O. Did your father and his brother started the company?
Me. No. My grandparents did
V.O. When?
Me. 2002
V.O. Who will be sponsoring your program?
Me. My Employer
V.O. Can i have the SOA?
Me. I arranged the study leave letter, service bond agreement and the SOA and passed it to the aesthetic V.O.
She read the leave letter, zapped through the bond agreement and did some calculations looking at the SOA then she returned the SOA and held on to the other documents.
V.O. How many staffs work in the company?
Me. I answered.
V.O. What is your GRE score?
Me. 301
V.O. Passes the white paper and my other documents, pick up your.... you know the drill
Though I wasn't in trance but I couldn't hear a thing she was saying after pick up your passport...


Thanks to @fairheart @brown2green @thezed and @everyone in the room


Guys going to texas Tech or anyone resuming this fall, let's connect abeg.


There is no blueprint to getting your visa. Be confident. Say the truth or lie confidently but ensure you have a strong back-up for it.

Congrats

misstemi2:
Visa Approved at the Lagos consulate: 15th of July

Before I share my successful transcript, I should share the one where I got denied. I was denied on June 10th.

Profile
PhD Sociology (Gender inequality)
71% Tuition waiver
Teaching Assistantship
Deficit: $7,434
Sponsor: Uncle
Mississippi State University

V.O: Pass your i20 and passport
V.O : You are going to MSU?
ME : Yes
V.O : How many schools did you apply into?
ME: 5 ( she told me to list them and I did)
V.O : Have you ever travelled out before ?
ME : No
V.O : what were you looking out for while making applications?
She didn’t use those exact words but I thought she asked me indirectly why I chose MSU. I went on and on about why I chose the school cos of my research interest and she was listening until I mentioned the prof I would be working with. She interrupted...
V.O : Are you talking about MSU?
ME : Yes
V.O : I am not asking you about a school in particular. I am asking you the criteria you looked out for in schools while you were making your applications. What were the facilities you looked out for?
( As a sociologist, I couldn’t think of any facility I would be needing. All schools have a form of research activity. We don’t use the lab or any equipment. I honestly didn’t understand what she wanted from me. I mumbled something about funding and research. I can’t remember the words I used exactly but it wasn’t very intelligent) I think I said something about the research carried out in the department.
V.O : funding ? That shouldn’t be a factor. All doctoral students get a funded position. Almost all doctoral students get funding. (She corrected the “All”)

ME: Well, funding was a deciding factor for me. I have friends who got admitted for a Phd but didn’t secure any form of funding. (I don’t know why I had to say that though)
V.O: You are not eligible for this visa bla bla

I walked away feeling like disappointed in myself because I know I could have done better. Applied for another interview the following day and got July 15. Interview was for 9am but I didn’t leave the house till 7am. I got stuck in traffic and I was still there till 10am. I entered with the last set of people to be interviewed around 12.

V.O : Pass your i20 and passport. What school are you going to?
ME: MSU
V.O : why MSU?
ME: I chose MSU because their sociology department is profound in my research interest which is gender inequality & stratification and they are also closely affiliated with the gender studies program of the school. Coincidentally, Prof Kelly Kimberly who I would be working with when I resume doubles as the director of the program. I am convinced this affiliation would help me to benefit from interdisciplinary teaching and research. The department also (VO cuts in)
V.O: How many schools did you apply into?
ME : 5
V.O : what will you do after getting this degree?
ME: I would come back to Nigeria to pick up a lecturing job as my career goal is to become a professor of sociology. I would also like to engage in lots of research work that is geared towards having a radical impact on gender policy in Nigeria.
V.O : your uncle is going to sponsor you?
ME: yes
V.O : what does he do ?
ME : He is the head of sales, public sector for bleep limited
V.O : what do they sell there?
ME : it’s like a micro finance bank where they give out loans.
( my heart was beating fast here because my SOA only had 3.1M and my deficit is Close to 2.8M)
V.O : your on-campus employment is what exactly?
ME : It’s a teaching assistantship.
V.O: I will be issuing your visa now bla bla bla

I kept saying thank you � maybe about 5 times nd the guy started laughing. He told me to calm down and keep my i20 safe bla bla bla.

I learnt a lot from this platform and I am really grateful. Thanks to my love TheZed❤️, Soliph ( for her patience and care) and Tjay. Sorry for my long epistle lol

Congrats. Welcome to Amlika

Sosao:
My visa just got approved just now in Abuja ...am still in shock������
Wil post transcript later

I have switched off the light. Remain unshocked! ;DCongrats jare

Senatorbee:
Visa approved now in Abuja
Window 7
4th Attempt
Can't believe it
Na baba God do am too
Over exited

Congrats...na so e dey be

Predstan:
Hi Francis00 you need to answer that question truthfully. Where were you on the 5th of March. Are you a product of agents? If you are one, forget US visa for 10years or more

Like I said I wasn't really prepared for that, I was in Nigeria then, I left Nigeria on the 7th of March, and since she asked me have I traveled before, I just said yes to Ghana, and the next thing was where I was on the 5th of March.

blackmamba147:
smh, they gave you number and email to contact for document return you are still asking questions, Did you have a fake visa/entry stamp on your passport? are you not aware that NIS stamps your passport at exit and entry, why will you give wrong info

Common bro, after the rehearsal and practicing, how will I have to put that on my mind, with all honesty can you also remember where you were on the 5th of March.

francis00:
Common bro, after the rehearsal and practicing, how will I have to put that on my mind, with all honesty can you also remember where you were on the 5th of March.

Did you travel by road or by air. There are fake passport stamps that some guys give unsuspecting road traveller's. Everything will work out fine by God's grace.

Wretch32:
I’ve been on LinkedIn searching for them since after my visa interview and I’ve found none
I don’t think my suggestion is entirely bad tho, I received very little assistance to be honest and only person I got any from was fairheart, and of course you responded as well when I reached out to you but yeah I just believe we can build a strong network (voluntarily) but of course, it’s not a do or die affair
If nobody is interested, in the end we go all dey alright

Haaaa Bro. Connection with nigerians in the USA. U better take am easy and connect with your professors and collegues. Don’t network with anyone from Nigeria. When you get there, you can scrutinize for like minds and no go jam Agbako cus if you jam one, your body go kaako

francis00:
Like I said I wasn't really prepared for that, I was in Nigeria then, I left Nigeria on the 7th of March, and since she asked me have I traveled before, I just said yes to Ghana, and the next thing was where I was on the 5th of March.

The thing is, if that was your first traveling out of Nigeria and the only stamp on your passport. You will never forget the date. I can tell you exactly where I was on the 16th of February 2018.

But e never spoil, no go let anybody tell u say u no ft scape through. Just wait for their decision. There is nothing you can do about it right now so wait patiently bro.

sharwama:
Romanus abi romancer
Since you mentioned funding, I figured it's a PhD or Masters. I stand to be corrected.
1) Expect to be ignored! Some professors are so unromantic, no matter how sexy and seductive your emails are, no greenlight for you, konji wee finish you Romanus
2) Make sure your mail has a good subject. If the subject is horrible, it's a huge turn off. The subject should be precise, strike the balls!
3) Be polite and formal. Begin with Dear Professor Sharwama, not Dear Sir/Madam!
Don't exchange pleasantries
Introduce yourself briefly in the first paragraph, sell yourself in 2-3 sentences. Make it clear you are from Nigeria not Africa
2nd Paragraph
Recognise and indicate interest in the professor's research, talk about a recent work that captivated your interest, give brief specifics, say what you need. Make sure you have an indepth knowledge of the professor's recent publications.
THIRD PARAGRAPH
One sentence, reaffirm how much his or her mentorship would mean to you or something, indicate willingness to provide additional information, Thank the professor and anticipate a response.
4) Conclude with Sincerely or Respectfully, then your name. Remember to use a comma if your surname comes first. Please don't use "cheers", don't use "best regards", don't use "regards". I am not a professor but I find them disrespectful and inappropriate especially in a request email or when seeking for something. I will not answer you with my church mind again again, regards kee you dia
5) Make sure your CV and transcripts and test scores are ready but do not attach them to the mail. If a Professor needs more information, provide upon request only.
6) Prepare for Skype or video kini interview. Make sure you schedule it when it's appropriate for you and the professor. Make sure you have done thorough research on the professor's research interest and publications, so you can have something to chat about, apart from your own research experience and career goals.
Hey Fada!
I remember skyping with my potential supervisor in April, it felt so amazing. I fell in love with his smile and jerry curl
He didn't think I knew a lot about his research, so when I started talking about some recent publications and asking questions that his findings didn't really answer, he just told me on the spot
"I don't know the answers to your questions, so how about we find out together when you come over" That's how I got a lab and a thesis topic on the spot. Yes, I loved it
So when other professors started reaching out to me, it was too late, I was taken
See why I told the VO I already built a great student-faculty relationship with my potential supervisor
There's a message in this story, if it's for you, take it.
I hope you or someone else finds this helpful.
God bless you and God bless these United States of America

LMAO.. What an in depth, tantalizing and amusing response. Only funding can cure my conji o

Thank you so much I appreciate your inputs, God bless you.
On a second thought, I think you will have a successful career being a comedienne lol.
On a third thought, pls can I pm u?

Stanmedix:
Hi guys
Please has anyone witnessed this...visa approved at point of interview but received a mail a day later for supplemental questions without being issued a yellow form? Again, how long after visa approval will the status change to issued? Thanks in anticipation of your response.

Did it happen to you?

Abeg anybody reapplying after previously denied ?

Thank you

learner007:
Congrats.

Good day everyone.

Pls how do I get to Isolo DHL House from Palmgrove?