Fall 2018- F1 Student Visa Experience: (Chennai Consulate | Indiana University Bloomington | Computer Science- Approved)

Applicant Profile:

Institution: Indiana University BloomingtonProgram: MS in Computer Science

Chennai ConsulateDate: May 2018Result: ApprovedCounter Number: 28Visa Interview Encounter:

VO: Good morning, kindly hand over your I-20.ME: Good morning. (Handed over the paperwork)VO: What is the main objective of your journey to the US?ME: To pursue my master's degree in computer science at Indiana University Bloomington.VO: What other university acceptances did you receive?ME: Just one, UIC.VO: Why did you choose not to attend that institution?ME: It lacked the flexibility to select courses from outside departments.

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VO: What was your undergraduate major?ME: Computer Science Engineering.VO: Why do you wish to pursue a master's in computer science now?ME: In this highly competitive environment, we must adapt continually, and holding a master's degree will certainly give me an advantage over others.VO: What is your specific domain of interest? What is your intended specialization?ME: I plan to focus on intelligent IoT. I completed a funded research project during my B.Tech studies.VO: I see. So, what are your plans following completion of your degree?ME: I intend to use the OPT period to gain practical experience and then come back to India, as I have built a strong network of professional connections over the past 2 years that will assist me in securing employment smoothly.VO: Who is sponsoring your education?ME: My father is my sponsor. His annual income is ***.VO: Alright, excellent. I am granting approval for your visa. Have a pleasant day.ME: Thank you very much. You too.

The process took somewhat longer than I anticipated, though.