Guide to Apply to US schools. Admission and F1 Visa process for International students.
Answers to questions like : How to apply for scholarships? Should I apply for Spring or Fall ? Should you convert Percentage to GPA ? F1 Visa interview tips ?
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Guide to Study in USA for International Students? Part 1 – Planning
Answers for Questions like : Is US education right for me? What is return on my investment for MS ? When will I be break-even?Scholarship Deadlines Vs Admission Deadlines. Are they Different ?
Why and How to live and have a decent lifestyle as MS Student ?
One of our readers Ankit wanted to share his thoughts on how students who come to MS do not give importance of having a decent life style. He came to US on H1B visa and lived with few MS students and these are based on his experiences. Here is what Ankit want to share. Thanks …
F1 Visa stamping interview Experience. Actual F1 visa questions asked.
One of our readers Vishal would like to share his F1 visa stamping experience of 2006. It is a little dated; some of the logistics and visa procedures might have changed, so be aware of it and verify the information on procedures. Nevertheless, the essence of visa experience and questions asked are always fresh and …
Why were H1B holders sent back at Port of Entry (POE) Newark Airport in Jan 2010?
Reasons for issues at POE. Info about rules by CBP at POE. What can you do for smooth Port of Entry immigration Check for H1B visa holders.
Why NOT to be without health insurance in US? First time ?
Health Insurance… If you do not have it, FIRST GET IT ! Many people do not realize the importance of health insurance in America. It is a MUST. Some may argue, I am in good health condition and it is a waste of $100 or $300 for health insurance. But, we do not plan accidents. …
New H1B rules impact F1 / OPT status to H1B visa for 2011 ? Options for OPT to H1B conversion
Gopi has asked the below question about OPT and H1B visa for 2011. I have completed my master’s and OPT in USA. Presently I am on F1 and register for another college. Can you please tell me the best way to get H1 for 2011. Most of the students who graduated last year ( …
How to get Scholarships in US for MS, MBA? GRE, Essays, Acads ?
Applying for Scholarships , Every Scholarship is Different and you Have to Meet the requirements first, Myth about 10th, 11th and 12th Class Marks or Percentage for Scholarships, GRE / GMAT / TOEFL Scores, Leadership and Volunteering :
Funding, Scholarship : Are they different ? I20 samples for Scholarship, GA : FAQs
One of our readers recently asked a question about Funding. The questions are as below: What is the exact difference between Funding and Scholarship? The tuition fee waiver that is given along with the I-20, is it considered as scholarship or funding?? and is it given directly by the university or should we put a …
Can H1B holder be denied at Port of Entry ? Experiences
After you get H1B Visa approval at US Consulate, you would get H1B Visa Stamp foil glued in your passport indicating your approval and eligibility to fly to US and enter US on H1B Visa. In general, getting US Visa stamp in passport at consulate does not mean that you would be able to enter …