u/Electronic_Rent1200

Hi everyone,

I was admitted to the **Johns Hopkins University MSCS program**, but I deferred my admission to **Spring 2027**.

Right now, my biggest concern is the **F-1 visa interview**, especially because I will be applying as a **self-funded student**. I’ve been hearing a lot of stories that self-funded students are having a harder time getting visas nowadays, and honestly, it has made me pretty nervous.

I understand that every visa case is different, so I’m trying to prepare properly rather than rely on rumors.

Has anyone here recently received an F-1 visa for a master’s program while being **self-funded**?

I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience, especially:

* What should I keep in mind while preparing? * Is being self-funded itself really a major disadvantage?

Would really appreciate experiences from recent applicants, especially those applying for **Spring/Fall 2026 or 2027**.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I was admitted to the Johns Hopkins University MSCS program, but I deferred my admission to Spring 2027.

Right now, my biggest concern is the F-1 visa interview, especially because I will be applying as a self-funded student. I’ve been hearing a lot of stories that self-funded students are having a harder time getting visas nowadays, and honestly, it has made me pretty nervous.

I understand that every visa case is different, so I’m trying to prepare properly rather than rely on rumors.

Has anyone here recently received an F-1 visa for a master’s program while being self-funded?

I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience, especially:

• What should I keep in mind while preparing?
• Is being self-funded itself really a major disadvantage?

Would really appreciate experiences from recent applicants, especially those applying for Spring/Fall 2026 or 2027.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I was admitted to the Johns Hopkins University MSCS program, but I deferred my admission to Spring 2027.

Right now, my biggest concern is the F-1 visa interview, especially because I will be applying as a self-funded student. I’ve been hearing a lot of stories that self-funded students are having a harder time getting visas nowadays, and honestly, it has made me pretty nervous.

I understand that every visa case is different, so I’m trying to prepare properly rather than rely on rumors.

Has anyone here recently received an F-1 visa for a master’s program while being self-funded?

I’d really appreciate hearing about your experience, especially:

• What should I keep in mind while preparing?
• Is being self-funded itself really a major disadvantage?

Would really appreciate experiences from recent applicants, especially those applying for Spring/Fall 2026 or 2027.

Thanks in advance!

Hi everyone,

I am a female EEE graduate, and I am currently looking for a job. I am working on a project right now, but the project will end soon, and unfortunately, there is no plan to extend it.

I have already applied to many jobs through BDjobs and LinkedIn, and I have also reached out to many people, but so far, I have not received any positive response.

My academic background is EEE, but my skills and work area have mostly been related to CS. However, at this moment, I am honestly tired of programming and would prefer not to continue in a fully coding-based role.

My family is going through a difficult financial situation. My father has retired, and most of the responsibilities are now on my shoulders. So I am urgently looking for a stable job opportunity.

I am not particularly interested in marketing or sales roles, but I am open to suitable opportunities from any discipline, such as:

• Coordination
• Documentation
• Jr Project Manager
• MTO/Trainee

If anyone knows about any vacancy, referral, contractual role, or entry-level opportunity, I would be truly grateful if you could let me know or guide me.

Thank you so much for reading. Any help, suggestion, or referral would mean a lot to me.

Hey everyone,

Quick question about the DS-160 social media section.

I only have a Instagram account, and I created it in October 2021. Since the form asks for social media used in the last 5 years, I’m planning to list just that.

My concern is — does the “age” of the account matter? Like, is it okay that my account doesn’t go back a full 5 years?

Just want to make sure this won’t cause any issues. Thanks!