Folsy:
i'd like to say a very thanks to u guyz.. Part 10 transcript helped alot; especially with reference to answering the question 'Y that school'.. Which I learnt how to answer by using the tips from this platform. I was advised to answer, stating that I was encouraged to attend a certain school by a graduate from the school who is currently utilizing the skills and knowledge he acquired in Nigeria, secondly I also stated research work that's currently been done in my department and my excitement in been part of that.
And above all, thanks to God.

Me: Good morning.. . ( passed my passport and i20 already, didn't wait to be asked)
VO: y ETSU
Me: While working as a medical doctor at INEC, I had the privilege of working with the medical director who happens to be an ETSU graduate hence galvanized me to study public health with a concentration in Epidemiology as he has done and contributed significantly to the reduction in the incidence rate of Child health morbidity and morality. He worked with the current Epidemiology HOD at ETSU in a research titled..
Secondly, EtSu is recognized for it's research skills recognized by its collaboration with John Hopkins University in a reaseach aimed at reducing COPD incidence rate.
(at this point, he had already started typing and I guess approving my visa application )
VO: who's sponsoring u?
Me: dad, myself, EtSu and a very close family friend who played a vital role in funding my medical school training.
VO: I can c u currently have a visiting visa but it was gotten in Ghana, y?
Me: ( I chuckled) I schooled in Ghana for 6 years and worked for2years.
VO: ur visa has been approved.. .(hands me some documents for pick up)


I'd say what really helped was my 1st response to his question.
Prior to my interview, he had rejected several peeps and I prayed to God that I shouldnt be sent to him; but hey.. . God took control.
From what I over heard in the denials b4 me, corrections will be; it's better ur sponsor does not currently have a sufficient balance for ur tuition but rather has an active account with money going in and out well than a sudden deposit of money, as 1 of the applicant was questioned for close to 15mins based on a sudden deposit of 19 million naira into her dads account.
Also, try not to repeat the VOs question b4 u answer him/her; rather listen to the question, think about it for a sec, compose urself and then answer strategically ad they may not be willing to listen to all ur reasons so bring the most important 1 first.
Also, don't show any doc if u haven't been asked to show it; it only shows ur nervous.
So when I was asked about who will be my sponsor, I answered and didn't show any bank statement.
Above all, trust God and remain calm, just because the 7 or so peeps that were in front of u were rejected, doesn't mean u will b rejected, as was in my case.
Here's wishing u guyz all the best.
God richly bless the organizers of this group.
#signing out....

Very short interview, congratulations once again.... ETSU here we come

seeker88:
And I was at the Lagos Consulate this morning.. ..but those guys didn't allow me to leave the place with my passport oo, it was only my passport jacket they permitted me to go back with.....

Details coming shortly .. ..

Congratulations

Folsy:
Thanks alot guyz. My Student visa got approved few mins ago.

Congrats dear

texrem:


That your friend profile is not good for ETSU. I dont know about other schools. Just PM me.

sent u a PM

mjksho:


In my opinion,
1. Your friend needs to score high in the GRE to boost his profile. By high, I mean Q and V scores that are over 155 to get a good chance.
2. He should also give a compelling reason as to why he merely escaped a third class in his SOP. The keyword here is compelling.
3.To be truthful, you don't really know what your chances are when you apply. You just ensure you meet most or all of the requirements and keep praying.
4. Does he have research or work experience? If he does, he can start talking to any of the lecturers in those chemistry departments before applying.

Cheers!

Thanks alot for the tips, really appreciate. He has work experience in his field. You've been rly helpful

LagosismyHome:


Regarding chances not sure if anyone can predict...he can reach out to professors in that department and ask before making application..... i saw a comment from Sirriddy regarding that method

Thanks alot, will tell him to try reaching out to professors in that department. Merci

shabol54:
Hello everyone, please a friend is looking at going for a masters degree in either Environmental Health /Mgt, public health or chemistry. Please what are his chances of getting admitted to schools like ETSU, MTSU, Minnesota state uni as his UG CGPA is quite low, I advised him to prepare well, write and ace GRE. He holds B. Tech in Applied Chemistry CGPA 2.56/5
IELTS 6.5
Please your advice in this regard will be highly appreciated......

Cc: lagosismyHome, texrem, oludare01, walspring

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Please i need your contributions, does he stand a chance with his low Undergraduate CGPA

Hello everyone, please a friend is looking at going for a masters degree in either Environmental Health /Mgt, public health or chemistry. Please what are his chances of getting admitted to schools like ETSU, MTSU, Minnesota state uni as his UG CGPA is quite low, I advised him to prepare well, write and ace GRE. He holds B. Tech in Applied Chemistry CGPA 2.56/5
IELTS 6.5
Please your advice in this regard will be highly appreciated......

Cc: lagosismyHome, texrem, oludare01, walspring

kaycesilver:
VISA APPROVED !!!!!!!!!!!!
6:30 AM
I WANT TO THANK BABA GOD because GETTING AN APPROVAL IS JUST BY HIS GRACE AND FAVOUR IS NOT BY HOW LONG YOU PREPARE OR HOW QUALIFIED U ARE.
AND I WANT TO ALSO THANK BANKOLE AND GANIYU FOR THEIR SERIES OF MOCK INTERVIEWS THOUGH I HAVE NEVER SEEN THEM BUT THEY ALWAYS GAVE ME A LISTENING EAR WHENEVER I CALLED DEM. I HOPE TO SEE DEM SOON SHA!!!!!.

Thank God. Congrats

Hello everyone, please a friend is looking at going for a masters degree in either Environmental Health /Mgt, public health or chemistry. Please what are his chances, his CGPA is quite low, I advised him to prepare well, write and ace GRE
B. Tech Applied Chemistry CGPA 2.56/5
IELTS 6.5
Please your advice in this regard will be highly appreciated......

Cc: lagosismyHome, texrem, oludare01

cseejhay:


Awon Mummy....Congrats!

Thanks alot

Visa approved today at Lagos Consulate……
I got to the embassy around 5.45am for my 6.30am appointment. The queue was very long…….I was like una no dey sleep? …… Then my partner in crime arrived......@princegee........we found our way from the back to be amongst the first 5 in queue…… Main Hall…….. I was 8th in queue and 2nd person to be interviewed by one very fine young white Lady at window 4. The first lady she interviewed got a white paper eventually from her sha after a very long conversation with the VO. I was even getting tired sef……. But then I remembered 64K…… Fast forward…….
VO: Good morning, sevis and I-20 pls
Me: I obliged. Good morning and how was your night?
VO: Oh great, Thank you (With a smile) Why are you going to the USA?
Me: I am going for my Master’s degree in Engineering Technology with a concentration in Construction Technology at East Tennessee State University, Johnson City.
VO: Why ETSU?
Me: (I almost choked, the VO told me to relax before answering the question… …See favour ) I chose ETSU because the cost of living at ETSU is relatively cheaper when compared to that of UF and CSUEB. Besides, the school’s Eng Tech Dept offers a concentration in Construction Technology with active research in Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy which aligns with my career goal and …..……VO cuts in
VO: What did you study at Undergraduate Level?
Me: I studied Building Technology from XXXXXXX
VO: oooh, Building Technology…….. (Nodding her head) When did you graduate?
Me: 2011
VO: What have you been doing since then?
Me: I did a year NYSC from Mar 2012 to Mar 2013 at XXXXX after which I was retained as a XXXXXXX and later promoted to XXXXX which is my designation till date. My responsibilities are Conceptual planning and design, Monitoring and ensuring contractors deliver the project in terms of quality, time and delivery within budget, Preparing Buildability and Maintainability analysis for …………….. VO cuts in………

VO: What are your plans after graduation?
Me: I will be coming back to team up with my organization's research and design team to address the technical issues…….. VO cuts in………..
VO: So who is paying?
Me: my dad

VO: What does he do?
Me: He is a Building Contractor and also into the sales of building materials and equipments

VO: Did you write any standardized tests like GMAT or GRE and what was your score?
Me: Yes, I wrote the GRE, Quant-148, Verb- 141, Total Score 289/Analytical: 3.0

VO: Good (nodding her head….) she held my passport and picks a white paper. Then she paused as she noticed a visa on my passport (fear catch me small as I no first understand wetin happen)

VO: wait…. Wait... I see you’ve been to Malaysia, how long and what for? Looking at my passport
Me: I was in Kuala Lumpur for Bleep Days for a short training on XXXXXX which was……….VO Cuts in..

VO: I am approving your visa (Types for a while…. returns my I-20 and gave me white Paper) ………I will hold on to your passport but you will need those at POE……….. can’t rem the rest…..Enjoy your studies.
Me: Thank you and have a nice day (smiling)
VO: You too

Prayer is key...... Prepare well too and leave the rest to God.

Thanks shayhune

shayhune:


Let me also walk in the footsteps of Boss imperiouxx


@princeGee23,aladex11,Zeng,ogoji,shabol,Capitas7,mudi1012,adewotired,Mitchely,nmarh,Levels731 and every other silent follower whose visa was approved today and still remained reticent

Congrats. May God bless your new journey.

princeGee23:
Blessing follow us follow follow follow us. Alubarika follow us follow follow follow us.
We went we saw and we conquered cc @shabol24

V =Victory
I= Inspired by
S= Sacrifice
A=Action,
A=Analysis
P= Prayer
P=Peoples ( NL group)
R=Resilient
O=Optimism
V=Vision with
E=Extreme
D= Diligent

You guys did it abeg NOT me. Embassy gave Seun(NL) and two of his worker visa. Thanks to great minds like @lagosismyhome, @Shayune @princedekunle @texrem @ctemi @shabol24(My sweetheart) @walspring @michael18 @femi321... and everyone with your post.
Na chinko n fine girl gave us Visa ooooo

Na God give us the Visa ooo ...... that window 4 fine girl on point......

Onoa:
Visa approval.
Hello house!.To the Glory of God, my Visa was approved today 1st of June at the Lagos consulate!! As i have learnt a lot from the transcripts on this thread, i decided to share mine for the benefit of others.
My appointment was for 7a.m, but I arrived few minutes after 6 am. Everything was quick and orderly and I was done with all by 7:20am.

I was next in line to be interviewed by the VO in window 3 (a young pretty Lady). Here is my transcript:

VO: good morning
Me: good morning (with a smile)

Vo: please pass me your documents
Me: passed them (passport, i20 and sevis receipt)

Vo: I'm going to be asking you a lot of questions (in a slightly jovial tone)

..I was shocked because I don't know why she said that..
Me: okay( guess she just wanted to chat)

Vo: Why are you going to the U.S.?
Me: I am going for my master's degree in Interdepartmental Nutrition with emphasis in Biochemical and Molecular Nutrition at University of Nebraska- Lincoln

Vo:When did you graduate?
Me:Nov. 2015

Vo:What have you been doing..(told her Nysc)
Me: I went for my compulsory youth service which I finished in April this year.

Vo:Where did you work during your Nysc?
Me: I worked as a laboratory assistant in the pathology department of a health and diagnostics centre at Ikeja.

Vo:What tests did you carry out in the path. department?
Me: (wasn't expecting this question) tests for malaria, typhoid,....(thinking)..tests for pathogens in stool, ..Renal function tests, Liver Function tests...

Vo: (nodding) then cuts in..What did you study in your undergrad?
Me: Biochemistry

Vo: so tell me, what is Biochemistry and tell me the courses you did and explain some?
Me: Biochemistry is the study of chemical processes that take place in living things such as plants, animals, humans (in my mind, I was like, thank God I prepared for this question)...i studied general biochemistry, so I was introduced to different fields that relate to Bch such as food Bch, plant Bch, industrial Bch, pharmacology, enzymology. I was also taught nutritional Bch which I picked interest in and am going for, for my Ms...started talking about how studies show importance of nutrition to good health.. She just kept nodding and staring at me and typing. I made sure I maintained eye contact.

Vo:How did you get to know about the school?
Me: I found out about the school through extensive research on the internet and by streamlining my search based on my area of interest and the availability of funding opportunities.

Vo:How many schools did you apply to?
Me:5

Vo:Name them?
Me:Uni of Neb., Uni of Delaware, Uni of Kentucky, Texas tech uni and Cornell Uni.
..she said something about Cornell, like her dad works there or went there..i didn't reply

Vo:Have you travelled outside Nigeria?
Me: No

Vo:Have you travelled inside Nigeria?
Me: (really?)Yes, I schooled in Ogun state and i have been to my state of origin, Edo state,.. didn't feel like mentioning others.

Vo:Who is sponsoring you?
Me:I was offered a research assistantship which covers my tuition, health insurance and offers me a generous stipend...my mum would be paying for the rest.

Vo:What does she do?
Me: She owns an English teaching support service..she publishes books and offers training in English to students and staff of pri and sec schools..

Vo: gave me the white paper, ..said some things I honestly didn't hear, about when to pick up the visa (sometime next week) and I would need these(my i20 and sevis receipt)....
Me: (smiling) Okay, thank you, have a nice day..

Vo: have a safe flight.


Thanks to all those keeping this thread alive and thanks to SirRiddy for reviewing my SOP back then.

Am sure whatever I would say has been said before already, but I'd like to emphasize, that prayer is very important, it definitely helped boost my confidence and gave me the grace to remember and fluently answer the questions, because she really didn't pause at anytime, the questions just kept coming. Preparation is also key, although I prayed hard to be asked only 3 questions (lol), I made efforts to prepare very well for any question that might be asked. Best wishes to future applicants!.

Profile: GPA- 4.52/5.00
GRE: V- 155, Q- 155, AWA- 3.5
TOEFL: 111

Congratulations, enjoy Trumpland.....

Iblad0994:
Visa got approved today at Lagos embassy!!!
It rained early in the morning and after going through the normal screening I finally land inside the decision room. I was interviewed at window 3 by a middle aged cute oyinbo woman. Here goes the conversation
Me : Good morning ma ( she no answer, me self bone face, I smiled at her as she is busy typing fast ...?
After a while
VO: Tell me about your course
Me: my course is industrial engineering with option in embedded system ( na so she stop me and say embedded system , I said yes.)
VO: Tell me all you know about embedded system
Me: embedded system are set of interrelated computer software enclosed in a single hardware unit to perform a programmable function ( na so she dey nod head up and down, I no stop I still fire on ). Embedded system consist of microcontrollers and microprocessor which are used to produce automated system
VO: what are the applications of embedded system
Me: They are used in Fire alarm as we have the smoke sensor, motion sensor , light sensor and other automated systems
VO: who is sponsoring you
Me : My dad
VO: what does he do
Me: he is a real estate agent , he Buy and resell landed properties .
VO: thank you (she brings out the white paper) you will need this at the point of entry , you can pick up your passport at bla bla bla ..

Thank Allah for everything . It's just a soft work . Thanks everybody on here that have helped me one time or the other and people that posted their transcripts .. I learnt a lot from this forum and am thankful to Almighty Allah .

What I just see is that you shouldn't be under pressure , prepare, relax and most of all pray for grace . I'm happy I finally got to share my own transcript on here too

Congratulations, my visa will be approved soon too o. I tap visa approval

Iblad0994:
Visa approved this morning!!!Lagos embassy window 3..
Transcript loading....

Congratulations

LagosismyHome:


Similar issue posted yesterday.... not sure if it was resolved

Used mozilla and it worked fine. Try to confirm your internet connection is ok. I hope this helps.

mudi1012:
All Glory and Honour be to the Most High God ...My Visa Was Approved this morning .I will post my transcript later .I am so excited and happy ..Special thanks to @Akin2016 for mentoring me and conducting mock interview for me .Also ,to those who post on here as well...I am proud to be part of this thread ..thanks guys

Congratulations, i will share my own success story soon too o

shayhune:
Visa Approved this morning. Glory to God. Transcript loading....

Congratulations, i will testify soon too by God's grace #Team fall 2017

Congrats

Jesusbabygirl:
Visa Approved!!!!. Transcript loading....God bless this family of God...lol

Chapecoense:

Baba the strange thing is not even the N64k, its the expiry date attached. Which means after 12th of may, It might go higher.

I replied your pm

DBriteLitehouse:


I am yet to get my certificate.I think you should go to WAEC Office in the state you wrote the exam to make request for it.

Thanks

Folsy:
Any1 for ETSU fall 2017?
Holla!

Sent u a pm

Have you been able to resolve this? i have gone to my school and the school cant find my result. The school claims it is an ommission from waec. please what do u think i can do as i need my result urgently. it is may/june 2005. please house i need advice on what to do

DBriteLitehouse:
Anyone has info on collection of 1999 May/June 1999 Certificate?

duduafri:
Hello House,

God has done it again! I got my F1 Visa approval today inspite of refusal a week ago.

Here is the transcript

VO: Good Morning, how are you doing today
Me: Im doing very well and You

VO: Great

VO: pass me your passport and I 20
Me: Passed

Vo: Tell me your study plan
Me: i will be going to MSU for MBA for 24 month, Im expected to take 36 credits prior graduation, I listed some of the courses I will be taking. and I told him that I intend to return back to Nigeria after the program as my organisation has approved study leave for me and i will be working with SME Banking team to develop innovative electronic business solutions to assist them grow their Businesses. We all know that SME is the major driver of economic activities hence they are very critical to the growth of any economy. I will be working on the following business solutions ( Stock and inventory management solutions, HR payroll system, Business Litercacy kits for start ups with limited business experience. My wife and child are here in Nigeria and I will be returning back to Nigeria after my MBA.

Vo: Have you been to the US before
Me: Yes, twice.

Vo: When was your last visit
Me: Oct last year

Vo:Why did u choose MSU
Me: I told him that MSU was recommended to Me by my Manager who happens to be an Alumni of the MBA school and he told me how the MBA studies has been beneficial to his career , also during my last visit to the States I met with the school's MBA program director and we had an extensive conversation about the MBA program and i was really impressed

Vo: Did you applied to other Universities
Me: Yes, Listed their names 1 uk, 1 canada and 2 Us

Vo: Why US
Me: I had the opprotunity of getting a first hand information from the Alumni of the University and my previous visit gave me the comfort about the school's MBA

Vo: How many years have u spent with your current employer
Me: 3years

Vo: Tell me other places you ve worked
Me: Listed my previous banks

Vo: So you ve been a banker for how long
Me: 6 years

Vo: Your visa is approved
Me: Thank You.

Collected my white paper went temporarily deaf for few seconds as I didnt wait to hear when to pick my visa. I only collected my I20 and White paper.

Vo: Dont forget to bring 120 on the plane.

God truly answers prayers. Please be honest and confident. Leave the rest to God to do his Job if its his will it will work out.

Thanks to all the monkiers. You rock!

Congrats

texrem:
If you are coming to ETSU for fall 2017. PM me asap!

Present sir..... ETSU fall 2017. Pls i sent you a pm.

Awesu122:



Please anyone here who knows anything about bowling green university OHiO ? I would like to know how standard the school is ?

Dont know anything about the school.

slimmy2005:
It's nothing. Just keep with what I told and keep checking the portal

Aiit, thanks.

slimmy2005:
Anyone resuming ETSU for Fall, 2017?

Yes, am resuming at ETSU fall 2017, Engineering Tech. Thanks for your advise d other day.

Tunnyz7:
VISA APPROVED THIS MORNING
It was just God's mercy only...Below is my transcript
me: good morning (with smiles)
Vo: good morning(she smiles right back) can I have your passport and your form i20
me: *passes it to her
Vo: what's your highest level of education
Me: National Diploma
Vo: you mean polytechnic
Me: yes
Vo: from when to when
Me: 2012-2014
Vo:When did you finish high school
Me: 2009
Vo: I noticed there's a few gap between your high school and your ND, what were u doing between those years
Me: was searching for admission and I also started working in a cafe to get more used to computers which is my passion from childhood
Vo: how many schools did you apply to
Me: 3 and I named them
Vo: is it just this school that has given you admission
Me: yes, for now
Vo: I can see you have an on housing scholarship how did you get that
Me: it's given to international students that merits it in the school, the school saw my high school results and felt I merit it
Vo: what does your dad do
Me: I told her
Vo: so what will you be doing with this degree when you get it
Me: I'll come back to Nigeria and *vo cuts in
Vo: and probably go for your masters if your parents can afford it right?
Me: yes, when the time comes
Vo: *types for some secs.. I'll be approving your visa, pick it up in this address in next 3 working days
Me: thank you

It was just God's grace and mercy, anyone that feels God is not involved in visa issuance is just... Well I've learnt to trust God over the years. Canada delayed me twice and with my Virgin passport and first time at the US embassy God gave me this visa. No documents was asked, not even the name of my school or why I chose it. All I can say is thank you Jesus and God bless everyone on this thread.

Congrats, it was indeed God's favour. Good luck

Tunnyz7:
Yessssss help me thank God VISA APPROVED THIS MORNING IN LAGOS. 6:30am it was just God's grace. I'll post my transcript later. Big shout-out to everyone on this thread. God bless!!!

Congrats, you can post your transcript so that others can benefit from it. Thank you