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kun1011:
Morning house... Been a silent follower!!! Got my visa approved this morn at the Lagos embassy... Appointment time was 6:30am!!! All thanks to God.. And thanks a lot to u guys for the posts and transcripts. Really helped a lot.special shoutout to my GF( thanks for the inspiration, u believed in me) My transcript goes thus:
VO : morn
Me: morn, how are u today?
VO : finger print bla bla
VO: okay tell me about Calums
Me: shocked Buh regained balance cos I wasn't expecting the question in dt direction... Yeah I found out bout calums on the internet basically using Princeton review n usnews.com Buh the usnews gave me more insight bout the school... VO cuts in
VO: didn't u see other schools on usnews.com
Me: yeah I did Buh calums is rated top 50 sch in the states that offers MBA programs.. VO cuts in...
VO: wat bout the remaining 49.. With a smile
Me: simply cos calums offered me my course of interest.
VO: aw many other schs did u apply to?
Me: 2, namely North Carolina agriculture&technical state university n university of Texas, Austin.
VO: why calums again
Me: calums offered me my course of interest and the tuition is quite affordable
VO: how affordable is it compared to others?
Me: the range is quite huge.
VO: who's ur sponsor
Me: my brother
VO: what does he do?
Me: business man, into oil and gas
VO: oil and gas? Explain better
Me: I did some explanation which was quite convincing cos he was nodding all tru
VO: okay ur visa has been approved bla bla bla... Ensure u travel with ur I-20 n sevis fee payment receipt. Have a great day
Me: thank u very much.. And u too!!!

Thanks to u guys ... One love house!!! Sch resumes 5th October..

Congrats man

d4dotun:
Oh I didn't do it cos d sch didn't request 4 it. Is der an excuse I can give @ d embassy for not doing it ?

Alright, the sch may not request, u may be lucky (reason & or excuse is relative) but u stand a better chance by doing at least a standardized test.

d4dotun:
Am an undergraduate student. Do I need to write standardize test?

It will be good for you to check you school's requirements for your program. Besides, it is advisable for you to do standardized test(s) to portray you as a serious student at d embassy.

tipssy1:
Twayz congrats to you, just thank God that u had a VO who was ready to listen to all ur stories. Just go dey eat ur African food now and start dey count ur days in Naija.

Well, I agree with you tipssy1, favour shall always be ours by His grace. Many thanks

DARKLIGHT:
Congratulations, boss!

Thanks boss

Stewee:
Congratulations!

Thank u Stewee

finestcash:
@twayz congrat bro. This part 8 testimonies will increase more than part 7 IJN

Thanks finestcash

d4dotun:
Congrat bro. Pls what are the supporting document an undergraduate student should go with?

Thanks. 1-20, Statement of Account, Olevel result, your transcript, letter from sponsor, Standardized exam result and others that u think can be helpful.

[quote author=finestcash post=37558826][/quote]Many thanks

fregkay:
cOngrats bro.

Thanks man.

Hi everybody, i have been a silent follower of the thread. I have learnt a whole lot from you guys and i really appreciate the contribution of everybody on d thread cos THIS IS DEDICATED TO U.
My Visa was approved this morning. I had a nice sleep as always as i tried to ignore the tot of d interview. Alarm woke me up by 4.50am, left home by 5.30am, got to embassy by past 6am, did all d required.
Finally on d judgement queue. A guy was right in front of me and one behind me. The guy at my front engaged us in discussion and was telling us how the lady in window 11 has been approving visa for all she had interviewed, but others have been rejecting (which I noticed too, but didn't wanna let that get to me and affect my confidence level). When we got to d front, d guy at my front saw that d lady on window 11 was still busy with someone and decided to queue behind me or move away. He gave one irrational reason to d guy arranging d queue, but d guy noticed and didn't allow him go (I was just smiling). He was asked to go to window 9, while I moved to window 10.
VO: Pass ur docs
Me: Hello, passed d doc.
VO: please gimme a min
Me: yeah, its fine

He left and came back after like a minute. Before he came back, av arranged the supporting docs so they won't be far fetched when asked. Here he comes;

VO: oh, I won't be needing all that (referring to my docs).
Me: Alright, I packed them together.

Before we start, I told him I would like to use the phone, he said okay if it makes me feel comfortable. I then picked it cos I didnt wanna give chance for error or regrets over accent and language clarity.

VO: Why r you going to the sch
Me: To do MS in Project mgt.
VO: Why did u pick the sch.
Me: I did research on Google to find a school to study the Masters in PM., I discovered d school. I also checked on usnews and discovered the school is the 42 best national uni in US in 2015.

He cuts in,

VO: 40 what?
me: 42nd best national uni.

He was typing, am sure he was checking d info on d system/internet.

I continued;

Me: the faculty ratio is 13:1 and I also came about one publication made by Prof. Joseph Griffin on "Project Life Cycle".
VO : Project what?
Me: Life Cycle of a Project (corrected myself)

He started typing again, sure he was checking d info on d system.

VO: Joseph what?
Me: Griffin.
VO: what did u discuss and how did u get in touch with him.
Me: I called him on phone and told him my intention of studying PM and my objective, we had discussion around his research work. He eventually said he would be happy to have me as one of his students.
VO: What are the details of his research work and other ..... not sure I got that clearly, but I knew I had no answer for that and still wanna be on d driving seat of d conversation (cos in truth, I never had discussion with him).
Me: Like I said, we only had a telephone discussion, a lot were said and the objective for me was if I was making d right choice picking d sch.
VO: Were those just the reason?
Me: Well, I think the deciding factor is d fact that d sch is accredited by the Project Mgt Institute Global Accreditation Center which makes it stand out.

Guess he didn't bother to Check again.

VO: Who is ur sponsor
Me: My dad
VO: What does he do
Me: He is a chief, a politician and a business man
VO: What kidda buz
Me: Construction and real estate. Besides, I have some money too.
VO: What do u do
Me: Work with Stanbic Ibtc
VO: What's that?
Me: A bank, Stanbic Ibtc bank (a member of standard bank group)

He was acting somehow

Me: Haven't u heard about Standard bank group? with a smile.

He just looked at me, like for real? (joking, but that was d expression)

VO: Have u travelled before
Me: Never had any reason to (with a smile)
VO: Do u av any family in d US
Me: Not at all

He passes other docs to me, said something (didn't get that), held on to my passport.

Me: What did u say?
VO: Pick up ur passport in 3 days time and gave me one white paper(with a strong face)
Me: Oh, alright, thanks, with almost similar face (bottled my excitement and left till I got outside).

Points to note
* I had a hitch-free process with d help of this thread
* I was brimming with confidence cos I believed av heard enough preparation, know almost every question they were gonna ask.
*Had a lil chat with God cos I know and believe av done my part
* Only two people knew about my going for the interview (cos I know what works for me - words embedded).
* Never handled it like a "6 unit course" in order to cool my nerves and have a chat rather than interview with d VO. (what works for u though)

Hmm, besides this thread, the effort of some special and God-sent people made this possible . Slimmy05 (am sure u may not remember me again), Amefrica (now Canafrica #lol#)BigFrancis (my handsome and reliable guy) and Olumide098 (my ever supporting and encouraging friend).

You all made this possible, I only had to single out these people for the effort and selfless service in going extra mile to help others.
I wish to also help others if required as I received without kobo paid for service.

My advice;
- Be an attentive listener and a smart reader
-Don't expect to be spoonfed, also do more research
-The truth is dt d so called agent outside don't know what we know on this thread
- U wanna go to US, u need to earn it cos I believe there are lots of huddles still ahead.

THANK YOU ALL and GOD BLESS.

Regards,
twAYz.

Sorbital:
click on forgot password... enter your email address and they will reset your password... login with your email and the new password..

Hi Sorbital, I did as instructed and am now fine. Thanks so much, am grateful.
@ Deetus, I understand and d issue has been resolved.
Many thanks guys.

Hello all, please am having a challenge scheduling appointment. I keep having this error "Your request cannot be processed at this time. The administrator has been alerted. User could not be created. Please ensure first name and last name are entered as they are in your passport".
I have entered the information severally and the passport information correctly entered. Please, I would appreciate if someone who has had similar challenge could put me through on how to go about this. Kind regards.

Tryxo:
Here are some suggestions based on my experience:
1. Your professor can use his company email address if he owns or works with another establishment. then in the 'title' field while completing the recommendation should put: professor at xyz university and director at abc company.

2. this may be your more likely bet. the university you're applying to may allow other means for verifying the referee. one way may be for the referee to scan his university id card or provide a link to one of his papers online (if he's a professor or PhD holder, he should have atleast one paper that is accessible online)

I suggest you write to the department you are applying to find out more about option 2

. Many thanks bro, am gonna work on ur response. Am grateful

Tryxo:
Here are some suggestions based on my experience:
1. Your professor can use his company email address if he owns or works with another establishment. then in the 'title' field while completing the recommendation should put: professor at xyz university and director at abc company.

2. this may be your more likely bet. the university you're applying to may allow other means for verifying the referee. one way may be for the referee to scan his university id card or provide a link to one of his papers online (if he's a professor or PhD holder, he should have atleast one paper that is accessible online)

I suggest you write to the department you are applying to find out more about option 2

. Many thanks Tryxo for your response, am grateful.

Hello all, please av asked ds question b4 but no response from d house. I graduated from a school that has no institutional mailing addy (email e.g. ...@unilag.edu.ng) and its part of d requirement by d sch I wanna apply to in terms of reference (referees), what can I do to get past ds stage? Am sure some people in d house would have experience similar issue, pls kindly assist a brother 'n' respond. Rgds

Hello all, please what can i do in a situation where the school I graduated from does not have institutional mailing addy as required by the school I wanna apply to in Canny? Urgent and helpful suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks

akanni:
agribusiness and agricultural economics!
i think admission is highly competitive there,so,with 9jabiggurl's suggestion, it can also help future applications.

. Okay, yeah 9jabiggurl's made cogent points

[quote author=9jabiggurl post=29316073]in most cases a statement of purpose is required by some school at least my school requested for it - this will make you stand out of so many...hence it has to interest the admission committee.

go as far as saying things you can do beyond academics which will contribute to your course..............

This might help.....'When I was growing up as a child, I was fascinated by the many stories I read about cowries and its uses. This got me wondering about how business transactions were conducted from other part of the world. Later on in life I discovered there was more to business transactions than mere cowries or currencies.............................

then in my 4th paragraph.......' Taking my proud roots from a developing nation where the female gender are classified as second class citizens (though times are changing), my upbringing was however led by my father who had a strong penchant for western customs including the equality of all genders. This has fueled the flame to challenge the norm as exhibited even in my hobbies. It is quite an uncommon sighting to see a female instrumentalist taking charge of the entire drum set, however my drumming skill is a gift I discovered at the age of 10 when I was in primary school. bla bla bla.......................


I think my SOP did it for me for my admission...SOP's are usually personal hence you have to relate with it yourself.


Yes I am a female drummer......and very good at it...


hope this helps someone

Many thanks, it helps actually. Will re-look into my SOP. But another question is, could references also play a major part in their decision making. As in, professional referees in relation to academics.

stevemims:
Bro so sorry abt d admission thing. I also applied to U of M,ao many weeks/months did it take them to make a decision n ur app?

. Thanks bro, it took about 3 weeks.

Many thanks for ur response bro, I applied 2ru UMgradconnect. I actually got the response via mail and was really disturbed, never knew d reason could be checked on their site after they stated it in their letter that they don't disclose it. I think I feel much relieved now, will research further on the schs, as time is going, to see which ones I can be able to surpass the requirements. What course did u apply for?

Hello house, pls I need ur advice. I applied to Uni of Manitoba for Masters programme in Economics after checking and meeting d requiremnt. I was surprised to receive a mail to d effect that they won't be able to grant me admission, that its in their policy not to disclose d reason for the denial. I intend applying to another school now, but am afraid of what awaits as av not figured out what went wrong initially. Kindly advice...will appreciate prompt response. Many thanks

otega88:
Lol, anger and jealousy? Hahahaha, no bro, I have a good job. Besides I have better options than NNPC at the moment.
What I uploaded would only help someone smile and be thankful to God in a few months when he/she bags this job.

. Hi bro, I'll appreciate if u could help also forward to. ayodot12002@ymail.com. I am sorry for d inconvenience this may cause, I wish I have another way. Many thanksm

Jantos:
Pls send to oderinde_olayinka@yahoo.com

. Pls send to ayodot12002@ymail.com

I VOTE AMEFRICA!!!

Amefrica: Welcome!

. Hey bro, u got a PM pls

olumide098: Guyz wish me happy birthday nah...

. Happy Birthday Olumide098, llnp bro.

olumide14: Thank you twAYz. Yes, you can apply now and send your scores later.

. Many thanks bro, I appreciate.

olumide14: Thank you Graviton. Oh...thank God I chose to do a PhD

. Congrats Olumide, pls house is it possible to apply 1st and then do GRE 'n' send result later or to wait for the result b4 applying? Comments 'n' opinions will be appreciated. Thanks

mr swagger: Even if you want to defer, MSU won't allow you handle the application yourself anymore.. They now require all Nigerian Students wishing to study in their school to apply through EducationUSA due to the high rate of Visa denials..

That's the problem I'm facing now.. I have already gotten my student visa for fall 2013 and I want to defer my admission to spring 2014.. They asking me for another New Bank statement and they are saying I should go through EducationUSA..

Me I'm just confused jare.....

Pls PM me

Hi guys, am @ a tight corner now and confuse, I need ur help.

Two weeks ago, I was supposed to schedule my appointment the embassy,but a friend that helped facilitate the admission adviced me to leave it to his agent @ d embassy to help with the booking. I agreed and gave them the log-in details. To my surprise, barely fews hours after that I coudnt log-in again but was made to know he picked the 29th of aug available (whereas my sch resumes on the 20th) with the promise to get earlier date.

I have not heard any +ve response so far and av decided to get back my log-in details. On logging in,I discovered d emergence request has been used. I called d embassy and was told I was denied d request. That I can only get earlier date if a student cancels appointment and I call around same time.

Pls, I need ur help in case anybody wants to cancel his or hers cos there is no much time again.