Professional Tips for Finalizing the US Admission Process

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The undergraduate and graduate admission process can be stressful and time-consuming. Nigerian students coming to the US have many things to contend with, especially those with little information about studying abroad. 

Here are some of the things you should know before coming to the United States for studies:

Alert Your School

Some higher institutions can delay your transcripts if you want to apply for a master's or Ph.D. abroad. Therefore alert your school before you apply for admission to the United States. In addition, talk to the relevant people to help you with recommendation letters. You should ask them to submit the letters early if they are the ones to mail the letters.

Necessary Documents

The United States has become home to more international students than most countries worldwide. As a result, the coveted F1 visa has become the ticket that has changed the lives of millions of international students. First, however, you need the necessary documents before applying for admission.

What documents are required to study in the US?

The three indispensable sets of documents are:

1. Application documents
2. Proof of finance
3. Visa application documents

Application documents

• Application form (students should use the download form from the school website)
• International passport

·         Transcripts.

·         Marksheets and pass certificates.

·         Letters of Recommendation (LOR)

·         Entrance Exam Scorecards - GRE/ GMAT/ LSAT/ MCAT.

·         English Language Proficiency Test Scores.

• Recent academic records, academic transcripts 
• Application fee

·         WAEC/NECO/Diploma/ Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

IELTS, TOEFL, or other equivalent certificates:

• High School: a SLEP score of > = 45. For some schools, it may be lower.
• Diploma: IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL iBT > = 61
• Undergraduate or postgraduate: IELTS 6.0 - 6.5 or TOEFL iBT> = 79 - 90

Proof of financial resources

• Proof of valid financial resources
• Proof of other financial sources;
• Economic contracts;
• Land and house ownership certification;
• Contribution contract;
• Confirmation of saving deposits 

Visa application

• Visa application (using the official form)
• Registration of marriage of parents
• Proof of finance
• Receipt of payment of interview fee
• Original passport
• Birth certificate
• I-20 and invitation from the school
• Passport - standard image 

Getting Organized

While you can apply to schools through the mail, we recommend using the online application, which comes faster. In addition, the online application allows you to complete the process without missing any section. On the other hand, with mailed applications, proofreading is easier. Either way, ensure that you don’t rush the application process. 

Start Early

The number of students applying for spots in all the schools in the US annually would blow your mind. How do you beat the fierce competition to clinch a spot in your choice school? You should set deadlines for every aspect of your admission process. We recommend that you complete the process early. With your Google calendar, you can set deadlines for the completion of each process.  

Be Consistent

You should use the exact name on every form you fill out to make it easier for the admission officers. We don't recommend switching names on your forms because it could leave the admission officers confused. 

Use Your Voice 

Don't fall into the temptation of trying to impress your admission officers. You should be genuine and not fake anything. While you present yourself in a positive light, ensure that you use your voice. Don't try to be someone else because you can get caught with some clichéd statements. 

You can include examples, details, or reasons that make you stand out in your application. Don't be overly formal in your language; you can spice everything up with personal experiences. For example, you can easily impress the admission officers

 if you display a strong sense of ambition and identity. 

Be Careful

You can hurt your chances of grabbing an opportunity to gain admission into any school if you make careless mistakes. The application must not contain mistakes, especially grammar issues. Before you submit a section online, someone should double-check to ensure you don't have errors. You should save and review your applications before you can hit the submit button.

Completing the Process

When you have completed your admission process, you should consider the following tips:

1.  Don’t wait

 We have mentioned that you should submit your application early. You don't want to miss your admission because you submitted late or during the rush period. When you submit early, you have a chance of getting admission because of the attention placed on your application.

2.  Submit Once

You receive an automated response after you hit the submit button online. The message tells you that your application has been received. However, you should contact the admission office if you don't get this automated response. You must not apply online or by mail again.

3.  Keep Copies

You should make a copy of every application section by saving passwords, personal identification numbers, notes, cancelled checks, and more. Sometimes, these copies can save you from problems. 

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