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H1B Visa Worker Deported at Port of Entry After CBP Officer Finds Fake Resumes on his White iPhone
I came across the transcript of Indian National with H1B Visa deported at Port of Entry at Chicago recently (Sep 2016). The CBP Officer found fake resume with 7 years…
How to Get F1 Visa Again After Getting Caught Red Handed for Lying?
It’s becoming common for F-1 Visa students lie during F1 Visa Interview. Why? Hoping that the Visa Officer’s are not smart enough (or dumb enough) to not notice your lie…
Here’s How I Got a High Paying, Full-Time Job on F1 Visa and Barely Applied for 50 Jobs
Let’s start with comparing Swimming with Job Search (The Wrong Way). Assumption: You don’t know how to swim. Yet, you are standing at the edge of a swimming pool that’s 20…
10 Months. 968 Jobs Applied. 704 No Responses. 12 Interviews. 1 Job Offer – Life of International F1 Student
I received an email from Chiranjeevi with his job search journey. The moment I read the email, I knew that it is going to inspire thousands of students who are…
Admitted With Full Scholarship and Graduated with Multiple Job Offers – Interview with Aqsa
There are universities like The University of Texas at San Antonio where students get a great education along with cultural immersion as an International student. Aqsa is one such student from India….
Study Bachelors Degree in the U.S. Without SAT or ACT Scores – Interview with Jessica Guiver
Please welcome The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) to Happy Schools. UTSA is our brand new partner university. In the coming weeks, I will be interviewing students from The University of…
This One Piece of Knowledge Will Get Your F1 Visa Approval
Let’s start with a story. I was coaching a student who had two admits out of 15 applications. His GRE Score is just above the average score of 300. But,…
Two Undergraduate F1 Visa Interviews – 3 Lessons Learned
Here’s two undergraduate F-1 Visa Interview Experience as shared by the two students who attended visa interview in recent weeks. And there’s an interesting statement at the end of the…
Here’s Why I Chose to Study in Canada Over the USA – Interview With Harsha
I have to admit here. This is one the BEST Interviews I ever recorded here at Happy Schools. It doesn’t matter where you are in your life. Please spend an…
How to Avoid Painful Experience as a Student in the U.S. (The Advise Nobody Gave Me)
You may have got F1 visa. You may be preparing for F1 Visa. You may be waiting for admission results. You may be waiting for I-20 from your dream school….
How Not to Prepare for F1 Visa Interview and a Mini Story [Video]
I was reading an F1 Visa interview experience, and it stuck to me that someone applying for Graduate School in the America doesn’t have the skills to answer some basic…
9 Reasons Why It’s Really Hard to Find a Job on H4 EAD
H4 EAD Rule came into effect in May 2015 and spouses on H4 EAD realize that finding a full-time job is a lot harder than they thought. In general, finding…
What Happens When You are Not Eligible for 7 Months of STEM OPT Extension?
What should you do if you are not eligible for 7 Months of STEM OPT Extension? Maybe the questions should be, you are eligible, but you are working as a consultant,…
F1 Visa Was Rejected Twice on 214(b) – Interview Analysis
I applied fto four universities and got an admit from just one university – IIT Chicago for Food Safety and Technology. I attended F1 Visa interview twice and F1 Visa…
Can you Guess Why Indian Students F1 Visa is Denied Under Section 214b?
Do you know why do so many Indian’s U.S. Visa is refused under 214(b) potential Immigrant category? I don’t have an answer. I bet you don’t know as well. We…
5 Reasons Why You Are Not Finding a Full Time Job on OPT (or CPT Internship).
How to find a Full-Time Job on OPT or even an Internship on CPT? It’s tough. As an International student, things are getting desperate these days to find a job. First…
4 Problems With 24 Months STEM OPT Extension Application and Form I-983
24 Months STEM OPT Extension application process is going to be a pain in the neck for some. Could you share your concerns, problems faced in the comments section? You can…
F1 Visa Stamp is Valid for 2 Years Not Typical 5 Years. Problems?
When you get F-1 Visa approved after F-1 Visa student interview, visa stamp is typically valid for five years. But, there are times where the F1 stamp is expired in…
Does Consulting Job qualify for 24 Months STEM OPT Extension?
24 Months STEM OPT is a Go! May 10, 2016 is here and it’s time to apply for 24 Months STEM OPT Extension. Students on OPT are finding out that…
500 Jobs Applied and ZERO Interviews – An Indian Students Job Search Journey
Success. I’ve been running behind it without knowing what it actually was. As defined by a typical middle-class Indian above the age of 21, it is the status of a…
J1 to H1B or J1 to F1 to H1B Visa and 2 Year Residency Requirements
I spoke to two Happy Schools Readers on the same topic: J1 Visa and 2-Year Residency requirements, and its future impact on the F1 Visa and H1B Visa Application. One…
I Went to A Consultant for Training. They Offered Classes for “How to Create a Fake Resume”
When it come to job search for F1 Visa students, patience is a must. It can take several months before you can get your job after you start looking for…
#1 Rule to Follow When Writing Your Statement of Purpose for Ph.D
One of the more difficult writing skills to learn is how to show rather than tell. When trying to signal to the Admissions Committee that you belong in a Ph.D….
H1B Visa 2017 – News, Process and Key Dates
Are you excited for New H1B Visa 2017 Cap Season? We are totally excited and happy to help you navigate this new H1B Visa Cap Season for FY 2017. First…
How to Approach A Professor for Funding – Interview with Nur Mohammad from Bangladesh (UT Tyler)
I would have never assume that banks in Bangladesh don’t give loans for students to Study Abroad. Along with that, I learned several new things about Nur Mohammad. About Nur: Graduate…
Desi Consulting Companies and Their Dirty Business
What do you think about Consultancies here in the U.S., who help you get a job and get placed as contractors at client sites? I have written about this in…
Summary of 24 Months STEM OPT Extension and Key Dates to Remember [Videos]
As you can imagine, F-1 Visa students on OPT status have a bunch of questions about applying for 24 months STEM OPT Extension. By now you should have learned from STEM…
The Profile Evaluation Conundrum (To Study in United States)
I have received probably over 25,000 emails and comments asking for Profile Evaluations ever since I started this journey to help students reach their goals (and dreams) to study, live…
How to Apply for PhD Admission in USA. Tips From a Student With $48,000 Scholarship
Giridhar was planning to apply for a Ph.D. He visited about eight admission consultants in Hyderabad, India. He realized they were trying to trap him for number of reasons. He…
6 Take Aways from 21 Days Internship Trip to the United States [Video]
For the first-year internship, Hitisha went to Malaysia for 42 days. For the second year, she went to the University of Oklahoma for 21 days. For the third year, she’s…
Agent: Pay $5000 or You Can’t Study in the U.S. – True Story
Have you wondered what U.S. Admission agents do to students or how they work? Here’s an experience shared by a student who went through the ordeal of an Agent in India….
These 5 GRE Test Taking Tips Actually Works like Magic
As you are getting ready to take GRE test, these 4 simple Revised GRE test taking tips should come in handy. Your primary goal during practice sessions is to learn…
9 Different GRE Reading Comprehension Strategies (and You Pick the Best)
Do you really need a GRE Verbal strategies? Here’s an actual experience shared by a GRE Test Taker. It is quite distressing for most readers of this blog to open…
5 Reasons Why America is Better Than India for Bachelor’s Degree
This article was written by Aditi. Ultimate goal is to answer this question: Study Bachelors in India or USA? I debated with my parents and friends and college counselors to decide to…
3 Simple Reasons to Study in Community College in USA
Students can save lot of money by studying in a Community College in USA. Especially for international students planning to study Bachelors degree in USA, community college is a…
Total Cost of Studying Bachelor’s Degree in USA – With Breakdown
Do you want to know what is the total cost of studying Bachelors Degree in USA? This post is exclusively written for students who have completed their 10th grade and…
3 Hot Job Search Tips For Students From a Hiring Manager
Guest Post by Haley Gray ( Duke University – Executive MBA Class of 2012). One of my responsibilities in my current role is to recruit engineering co-ops and interns for…
From Sky diving to Drowning – Interview With Sreenidhi – UT Tyler
As the interview went on, at one point, I said to her “It’s really difficult to have a serious conversation with you.” Because she’s has this gregarious and upbeat personality….
SprinTax Reviews – International Students File Your Taxes and Get Refund.
Are you ready to file your Taxes using SprinTax? Here’s SprinTax Reviews from Happy Schools and new users who filed their taxes using Sprintax. International Students here in the U.S….
Indian Students Deported: Who is Responsible? Students vs Authorities
Reports of Students Deportation have calmed down in recent days. It’s not over, but Spring 2016 colleges have started, and volume of students entering the USA will pick up for…
24 Months STEM OPT Rule Lawsuit Updates – Case Dismissed – April 19, 2017
Get the latest 17 Months STEM OPT Extension updates here. STEM OPT Extension rule published in April 2008 by President George Bush Administration is Vacated by the Court. Related Articles on…
Deported From USA at Chicago for Wright State University (Exclusive Interview)
CBP Officers Deported this Indian Student flying via Air India to attend Graduate School at Wright State University. He claims that he’s been given five years ban from entering theUSA….
This is How Far Visa Officers Go to Find Fraudulent Visa Applicants
Over 200 Indian students are reported to be denied entry into the USA since December 2015. Several travelers shared their experiences with CBP officers at the various port of entry….
12 FAQs About Bank Statement for University Admission in the USA for I-20
International students should send Bank statement for University admisison to receive I20 (or financial affidavit) for both Undergraduate and Graduate school applications in the U.S. An Form I-20 will be…
Simple Trick to Get F1 Visa for a Community College in USA
Is it possible to get F1 Visa for community college? Yes you can. But, there’s a trick to that. I will explain that with two examples. In this article, you can…
Denied Entry into USA for Attending SVU (blacklisted) – Interview
Listen to this exclusive interview with an Indian female student. CBP officer denied entry into USA at Abu Dhabi Airpot. Here’s her background: University: Silicon Valley University (SVU) Semester: Spring…
Can I Borrow Money to Get Bank Statement To Get I-20?
International students need to show proof of funds to receive I-20 from SEVIS approved U.S. Universities or colleges. Sometimes they have to borrow money to get bank statement to get…
How to Get No Co Signer Student Loans for International Students in USA
Looking for No Co Signer Student Loans as an International Student? Welcome to the club. You are not alone. Thousands of students have asked the same question. Here’s one such…
Study in USA or Job in India With 15 Months Bond?
Darshan wants to know, higher education in USA or Job in India? I’m applying for USA Fall 2012, but I was placed this year and if I do join the…
30 Things to Buy After Arriving in USA As a Student
You must have seen shopping list for a list of items to buy before you come to the USA. Your shopping doesn’t end right there. There is a long list…