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Johnolukolade:
Get good scores on your GRE and apply to University of Tennessee Knoxville.
Apply very early. My 2 cents.

Best!

Thank you ! I am currently preparing hard for GRE so as soon as I have that I can now start applying writing July 23 . I applying for spring next year .

I am hopeful that I will get full funding , with a Good score and statement of purpose .

I want to apply to only four schools ,but first time is to smash my GRE score .

What other uni do you suggest I also apply to ?

sharwama:
SHARWAMA’S DIARY OF GRATITUDE.
So I just got back from DHL and I have my passport
Mama I made it, it's no longer a dream or a story I wrote out of anxiety. It's real. All I feel right now is gratitude, pure gratitude. There's got to be a God up there who really cares about Sharwama a lot and His angels are all over NL, yes I have encountered some of them, I know them by name. I will post my transcript shortly but first, I'd like to write about the amazing angels I met on this platform, who became a great part of my success story.
TEXREM
After writing my GRE and TOEFL last year September 28 and October 27 respectfully, my best friend Ayo told me to go to NL and look for someone named Texrem. She said, "he is so busy but if he accepts to help you, you'd be in safe hands". So I created a username just so I could contact Texrem. I remember sending him a message asking for his help as I commenced the journey of choosing schools and applying. I remember his reply “I would be glad to help you”
He didn’t have to keep to his words, but he did anyways.
First, he went through my SOP’s for some schools, despite his busy schedule and said they were ok. However, at the bottom of that mail, he wrote “also apply to ETSU!’
ETSU was already on my mind and with Texrem’s "order", I shaa shaa applied.
March 13, I received my admission letter from ETSU with international merit scholarship that covered 50% of tuition. I was super excited and I informed Texrem. Few days later, I got a GA offer from the department of Biology, estimated at $35,906, my deficit was $9,590 (insurance inclusive) and I fainted. I didn’t even apply or ask anyone for asssitanship. I believe it had to do with applying early( before the priority deadline) and my overall application. The offer was just too generous and I also informed Texrem.
He has really been a part of the whole process, you know.
From guiding me on how to complete my dynamic form, getting the right financial statetment for my I-20, to paying my SEVIS fee and I-20 shipping fee. Yeah he handled all that
Then professors started writing to me, trying to convince me to pursue thesis in their labs, giving assurance of how much impact working with them would have on my career. It was overwhelming. I felt like a celebrity, I swear down! Again Texrem was there to caution and guide me. He directed me on how to schedule skype interviews with professors and I was eventually able to choose a lab I love. He taught me how to politely say "No" to a professor. I never sent a mail without Texrem going through it. I mean I always thought it was a bad thing to turn down offers from people you hold in high esteem but not anymore. I’m allowed to respectfully say NO.
Texrem also guided me on how to schedule my interview and complete DS -160. Although my interview was booked for June 7, I sent my transcript in the first week of April, he took time to read and approved. I also kept mentioning that I needed a mock interview, he didn't even answer me for that one
Instead he did something I would never forget in my life!
It was on a hot afternoon on the second/third week of April. By after 3, I was having my siesta when my phone rang.
It was Texrem, I kukuma picked.
Me: Good afternoon,
T: Good afternoon. Then he said Good morning
Me: oh, yes the time difference, sorry.
Next thing I heard was
What’s your study plan?
I froze instantly, I mean which one is study plan again this hot afternoon?
Then it hit me! That was an interview question!
I screamed out loud “Texrem No, Texrem nooooo, I am not ready at all at all. I mean I didn't see this coming"
He didn’t even answer me, he was quiet, he was waiting patiently.
I took deep breaths and answered.
Brethren from that moment, it was a back to back something! Uncle kept bombarding me with questions, sounding so formal and official, I nearly piss for body, I swear down.
You know my favourite part? Where he said “ I will be approving your visa” and ended the call. I cried ooo, I was like Lord I want to hear same words from a VO.
That surprise mock interview gave me a whole new level of confidence. He showed me what pressure felt like and I knew I could handle the real interview. I was anxious but hell yeah I was ready…
As my interview drew imminent, I tried getting him to do a second mock but he was extremely busy. A day to my interview, he called me.
June 6th, I was sounding so low that evening; fear, anxiety and uncertainties. I thought he called to do mock for me, instead he left several tips and words of encouragement before ending the call like ; I believe you have gotten the visa, you already have great responses, just go and deliver, make sure you smile, have pauses before and between your sentences, so it won't seem like you crammed, be polite to the VO, it's okay to say sir/ma, it won't kill you, make sure you stare into the VO's eyes while answering, like see I no dey commot here without white paper
There are so many more phenomenal things I wish I could share but I’d rather press pause here because words have started failing me or maybe it's coz I have started crying. Like look how far Sharwama has come. From reading for over 9 hours everyday for GRE and 6 hours daily for TOEFL, writing essays/letters of intent/ diversity statement. I even quit my job. Gosh, it's all over now, it freaking paid off.
So this is me saying I owe so much to you; thank you Texrem, for everything that you do, for pushing me when I needed to be pushed, for scolding me when I failed to follow simple instructions, for believing in me when I couldn't believe in myself, for all the crazy jokes that made me laugh, for making out time for me despite how tight your schedule is, and most of all, for "coming down to my level". Thank you so much. I really hope you can be proud of me and how much I have evolved on this journey. Yes, I am coming to TN to buy you chicken and chips God bless you immensely, you are the best!
NAIRA0
I got to know him personally last month(May 1). I didn't even know he was a tech guy, I just loved his maturity. Naira0 has been super supportive, from checking up Sharwama , to offering his blunt opinions and even conducting an intensive mock interview for me. This guy drilled me that day, hey fada! questions I never expected and so on. At the end he was like "I wanted to make sure you can think under pressure and you can. That's a good thing"
So yeah, I had two mock interviews from two cute tech guys, all hail Queen Sharwama, the baddest of them all
June 1st, When I was so worried about the new social media check, Naira0 kept reassuring me "Sharwama as long as you are not a terrorist and into shady stuff, you will be fine" He really gave me so much mental, spiritual and emotional support, something only a kind heart can do for another.
Naira0, if you are reading this, I tried to write your name correctly for once in my life . I just want to thank you for everything you have done for me, I wish I could write more. You are nairamazing and I can't thank you enough. You are a friend and a blessing indeed.
ORIMAHSPENCE
No, he is not a tech guy but he is so adorable I got to know him last month. If the visa fever comes in the middle of the day or at night, I could easily chat him up and he would have something super encouraging to say or share. Plus he is an amazing writer, that might explain the initial connection
Spence, thank you for all that you have done for me, for your calls and messages, for your kind words and relentless support. You never stopped wishing me well on this journey and you saved my ass from a stupid mistake I would have made. How about I buy you a cold bottle of dom perignon at some place really nice in Tennessee, I look forward to it, I mean what do you think? I'm just so grateful
Ultimately, to my Nairaland family, what would I have done without you guys? Thank you for accepting this drama queen, for embracing my creative madness and for letting me drink from springs of wisdom and years of inestimable experience. Thank you so much, can we have a group hug please
I will post my transcript ASAP and I will try not to paint anything, straight to the point, bracelum's style
Wait let me drink water first biko

Hey girl !

I am like 3weeks old here . Please can you guide me just the way Texrem helped you ?

Firstly what was your GRE score ?

What materials did you use ?

I wrote a graduate coordinator in a university I intend to apply to and he said if I need to get 163 in quant . For an MSc in mechanical engineering

I don’t have money for tuition so I am in need for full funding .

LilyMaris2010:
Hello everyone,
I have just received a full graduate assistantship offer to study for a PhD in US. Can I be assured of successful visa?
Thank you

What university have you full graduate assistant

Hi what short diploma or certificate can I do to increase my points ? I have a degree in engineering and I have 10years oil and gas experience.

I heard of this BcS IT certificate courses ,but I am not sure if Wes can verify it .

Please does anybody no any short course or professional certification or diploma I can do .

Right now my score is 430 need to increase my points . I only have a bachelors degree .

Sherlock5577:
You're welcome here.

If you're just starting your preparation, I can assure you 6 weeks would most likely be too little time to achieve this score. The best way you'll know this would be when you take practise tests.

You'll get most of the information you need by reading through at least the last 150 pages. Due to your time constraint check page 428, but I'll strongly advice you read through more posts.

All the best!!

Thank you so much !

Page 428 had very good information. I will just mail the graduate co-ordinator .

Then try to nail the GRE.

Hello ,

I am new here . Currently reading for GRE . I have only 6weeks to prepare . Please I need guidelines . What material is the best for study ? My target is 330 . I don’t want to read aimlessly.

For people who had very good GRE score what was the secret? Did you just use only the official ETS materials .

How do I get the formulas for the Quant .

I have a couple of materials that someone shared from a google drive which I downloaded . Please which should I focus on .

Secondly please does any one know the university in the us that offer full tuition waiver and GA or TA with stipend for MSc in mechanical engineering or MSC in CHemical Engineering?

I intend to go in for spring session 2020 and most application deadlines are like oct 1st .

Please I need guideline on how to get full funding .

NoQualms1:
Thanks for the fast reply. God bless you.

Hello please can you list university that have full funding for MAsters in chemical engineering or mechanical engineering. I want to go in for spring 2020 session since it it late for me apply for fall 2019 session.

Also I want to score 330 in my gre. Please can somebody help me with the best strategy or tips . I don’t want to read out of point I only have 6weeks to prepare . I am a fast learner

Nehemiah77:
Good day everyone.Thank you all for what you doing here. This trend is very informative,I've learnt a lot.

Please I have a question. The total cost of my Msc is 32,712(tuition:16,680 Living expenses:16,032) I got a GA(19,392. Full tuition waiver and little monthly stipends). I have a deficit of 13,330(4.7million naira). Can my uncle's SOA of 6million naira be sufficient to secure a visa?

What school did you apply to and what course are you going for . How did you get your GA Assistant, I am also interested

bracelum:
Engineering Management is a wonderful degree! However, it is a professional degree (just like the MBA) and it will be extremely difficult to get full tuition waiver for that program from a good school.

If getting a job is a priority for you, I will advice you seek financing means to attend any of the best engineering management programs in the US. It will pay for its cost. The best engineering management programs in the US are those by Dartmouth College, Duke and Cornell University. I strongly recommend Dartmouth or Duke.

One good thing with this degree is that you have several career options open to you. Depending on your background, you can go into consulting, finance, product management or data analytics management after this degree.

Most of my friends in this program end up at Product Management roles.

If getting a job is not important for you (ie, you want to return back home), then make sure you attend a program with a good coursework.

Thanks for yours response.

I do not have any fund , that’s is why I am looking for university that offer full tuition waiver or ga or TA . I have a first degree in chemical engineering and I have been working for 8years now in an engineering firm in naija . I don’t mind do master in chemical engineering or engineering management. Depending on what course will sell well for me .

Sorry I am asking a lot of questions. I am new here . Please what is best way to get a scholarship or Tuition fee waiver . Currently reading for GRE. Please what school do you think I should check . Note I have already started my research on schools but my most important fact is school with funding . Any recommendations?

Hello , I need some help.

I want to do my masters in engineering management. Please do you know any university that offer tuition waiver and full scholarship . How do I apply . I plan to join the spring session , since it is already late to apply for fall session .
I am about to write GRE and IELTS academic.

Please I need a list of university that offer Graduate Assistant or teaching Assistant.

Note : I have a job , will be going on 2 years study leave .