F1 Visa Interview Questions

Usually F1 visa Interview starts with Questions like What are Universities you applied? Why this University? What is your GRE/TOEFL? etc. Here are the frequently asked F1 Visa Interview Questions with possible answers.

F1 Visa Interview is door to US Entry. In the F1 visa interview Visa Officer try to know about the applicant's Academics, Interest in US Education, Financial Strength to support education and living expenses for stay in USA.


F1 Visa Questions - Part 1: Interest in US Education

Why US?
To pursue Masters in Computer Science.

Why only US?
It is the center of excellence in the field of computer science. That?s why it?s most sought after International learning center. The US Universities have gr8 facilities for research. Moreover, an MS degree from a Univ in US has high recognition back here in INDIA, and would help me to establish myself in a good position after my MS.

How can u say it is the center of excellence?
The Global Giants are from US, to name a few.
In the field of Hardware ? IBM, INTEL, DELL, HP. In the field of Software ? MICROSOFT, ORACLE, SUN-MICROSYSTEMS, LINUX. In the field of network ? CISCO. In the field of OFC (Optical Fiber Cable) ? AT&T AMERICAN TELEPHONES & TELEGRAPH, BELL-LABS. In the field of Application Software ? MOTOROLA, GE.

How can u say it is most sought after International learning center?
Some of the best students and faculty from across the globe converge to US for their enrichment. For example in my school the numbers of International students are from more than 35 countries.

Then?
US universities are Primarily Research Centers. Every professor has an identified field of Research.

How can u say US universities are Primarily Research Centers?
As the curriculum is more practical in application oriented. I wish to be the best and be the best.

Why MS?
Firstly for in-depth knowledge, Secondly as a mark of Academic Excellence, Finally for a long term career prospects.

Why not in INDIA?
I have an option to go for the best.

Who said that US is the best?
As per U.S.E.F.I. United States Education Foundation in India, US Education is 6 years ahead of the rest of the world.

I am from US, u can see me only, but I don?t find sth like that in US?
Sir, u r in the best of the places, deciding the future of young Indians like me. Given a chance I wish to be your deputy.

IIT is also the best option u have here, then?
Even the IITians are moving to US. Ultimately, it is the quality of education and right kind of Exposure.

Exposure?
The curriculum is the most updated and keeps abreast with the latest across the globe. IIT and NIT?s are considered the best but admissions are influenced by several external factors such as Reservations, Performance in the option of other applicants on that particular day. My opportunities are reduced more to chances. That’s why I chose US schools which have a transparent and clear admission process.

Why only US and not any other countries?
Above all US is undisputed in Computers.

F1 Visa Interview Questions - Part 2: About University

Why this School?
This school is the best out of my admits.

How can u say that this is the best among u r admit?
Carriage Foundation Ranking has ranked it X%. Also the Reputation of the School, the Profile of the Department, and the course curriculum are the key factors.

What do u mean by the Reputation of the School?
This school is established in 1969 year. The total numbers of students in the campus are 4500 comprising of 2000 graduates. The faculty to full time equivalent student ratio is 12:1 and the university is located in the capital of Illinois, Springfield.

What do u mean by Profile of the Department?
There are six professors who hold an ultimate degree.
Dr. Ted Mims?PhD. In University of North Texas, Denton teaches CO, Introduction to OS, Network Administration, & Computer Architecture.
Dr. Kamyar Dezhgosha -- PhD. In University of Toledo teach Java and Object Oriented design.
Prof. Dr. Ted Mims and Prof. Dr. Kamyar Dezhgosha teach my field of interest and I wish to do my master?s under their guidance. They have careers par excellence.

What do u mean by Course curriculum? Course-curriculum is everywhere.
The curriculum is updated and matches to the demand of the university.

How many schools did u apply? List them.
List the numbers of schools u have applied, I have applied to 5 schools.
UIS, UTA, EMU, SDSU, FDU.

Why did u choose this Univ?
This is the best out of my admits.

But I think the third Univ is better than the one u applied, why don?t u go for it?
I appreciate Ur concern but Univ of Illinois, UIS is my first choice.

U got 4 admits out of 5, u applied, how?
I picked up the schools which suit my profile.

How did you come to know about these schools?
Few of my seniors, my frenz have guided me and net.

Have u contacted any professor?
No. If yes u can show email proofs.

Why?
I thought their time is too precious and it is too premature to disturb them. I will take the benefit of their skills when I land there.

Is it worth spending this much of money on ur Master’s?
Looking on Future aspects and Income levels, it’s definitely worth.
My parents do appreciate the importance of Quality education.

F1 Visa Questions - Part 3: Financial Strength/Funding for Education

Tell me about ur parents?
Tell about ur parents here about their professions.

How they are going to fund you?
I have liquid cash sources of XX lakhs of which X lakhs are FD?s and X lakhs are NSC.
Basically I am from a rich family, money is never a constraint.

How did ur parents accumulate this much money?
We have been into business from 45 years.
Our income levels are always greater than the expenses.

Do u have any Brothers or Sisters?
Just give him the details if any.

If u have a bro\sis, what about their Finance?
In two years from now, I will return back and guide him\her appropriately.

F1 Visa Questions - Part 4: Plans to return to Home Country

What is the guarantee that u will return back?
The sole aim for me is to go to US, do my MS there, but not to work there.
Moreover I have many obligations towards my family and I must return as I need to take care of them.
As I have enough property, there is no need for me to work in US.
There is untapped market potential in INDIA.

Where can I expect u in five years from now, Ur future plans?
Working for a multinational company like Satyam, Cognizant technologies, Polaris, Iflex, Visual Soft, InfoTech Enterprises.
As per NASCOM (National Association of Software services COMpanies), the future demand for IT Professionals is estimated 33 lakhs by 2015 and now it is 4 lakhs.

When u return back, how much do u expect salary pay?
5-6 lakhs. Thanx to globalization the pay packets are good enough in INDIA and this is the pay they are offering now.

Give me 3 reasons for giving u a valid visa to u?
Basically, I have been a performer passing my engg. In first class.
I have flair for higher education with an application angle.
Above all, very supportive school and parents

What if I don?t give u a visa?
Iam sure performers and genuine students are never let down at the consulate.
Ur the ultimate judge.

Ok, fine if I give u a visa?
Thanq, Profusely.

F1 Visa Interview Questions - Part 5: GRE,TOEFL,GMAT,IELTS, Backlogs

Why ur Gre score is low?
The verbal section is too tough. It had its impact.

Why did not u write it again?
I thought I will make amends with my toefl and academic scores.

How many backlogs? Why?
X number of backlogs.
(For less no of backlogs)I felt ill quite a sudden in the middle of my exams.
(For more no)Until my engg. I was a good student but during engg. I was unable to balance between my studies and sports so little damage was done but now I made strong amends that I will work hard and achieve what I want.

F1 Visa Interview Questions - Part 6: Non-Immigrant Status

Will u work while studying?
Yes, if it is related to my studies like graduate assistantship.

Will you work if you get a full time job in USA?
No. I am not interested sir. I am interested in Education in USA not to work after that.

Is your Brother in USA? (Students with siblings living in USA may be asked this question)
Yes.

What is he doing?
He is working on H1B Visa.
(Even though your sibling have Greencard in US, i won't cause problem for your F1 Visa)

F1 Visa Questions - Part 7: Miscellaneous

Why did u come for Delhi instead of Hyderabad? Students applying for Other Locations.
I did try for good number of days.But din’t get visa appointment in Hyderabad.

Do you know anybody in this University?
yes, i do have some of my seniors.

How did you choose this university?
Got some suggestions from my professors at my college, contacted seniors for information about US Universities. Surfed sites like MSinUS and USNews for US Education info.

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