Fall 2018- F1 Student Visa Experience: (Chennai Consulate |Rochester Institute of Technology | Computer Science- Approved)

Applicant Background:

University: Rochester Institute of TechnologyProgram: MS in Computer Science

Initial Try

Chennai ConsulateDate: May 2018Result: ApprovedWindow Number: 20

Visa Interview Encounter:

VO: Good MorningCANDIDATE: Good Morning

VO: Kindly hand over your passport, SEVIS, and I-20 receipts.VO: What is the purpose of your trip to the US?CANDIDATE: I am heading over to undertake my Master degree in Computer Science at RIT.

VO: Why do you prefer RIT?CANDIDATE: RIT has a strong reputation for its CS program. Their intelligent system cluster aligns directly with my academic interests and focus area.

VO: Did you apply to any alternative universities?CANDIDATE: Yes, NYU, USC, and UNCC.

VO: For what reason did you skip USC?CANDIDATE: Sadly, my application to their CS program was declined.

VO: Did you secure an admission offer from NYU?CANDIDATE: Yes.

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VO: Why did you decide against attending NYU?CANDIDATE: I applied for CS, but they admitted me into CE instead, which lacks the coursework I am seeking.

VO: What is your highest level of education?CANDIDATE: I finished my Bachelor degree.

VO: What was your grade percentage?CANDIDATE: provided

VO: Did you take the GRE, and what score did you achieve?CANDIDATE: Provided

VO: Who is funding your education?CANDIDATE: My father is sponsoring my studies, and I have also secured an education loan.

VO: What is his profession?CANDIDATE: My father works as a principal at a degree college.

VO: What is his yearly earnings?CANDIDATE: Provided

VO: What are your career plans following your master degree?CANDIDATE: My ultimate goal is to build a career as an AI engineer.

She smiled and remarked, why is everyone chasing AI nowadays; I suppose it is time for us to be wary of artificial creations.

VO: Your visa has been granted. Have a wonderful day.