The following are the list of things that you need to send to the universities y

ou will be applying to.

1. Completed application forms
· Graduate School Application
· In some cases, a separate application for your department
· In some cases, Research/ Teaching Assistantship form
2. Application Fee Demand Draft (US $XX) (If you are applying online however
, you d be paying by credit card)
3. TWO sealed transcripts
· BE / B.Tech (Bachelors, individual Mark sheets in Sealed Envelopes singe
d by registrar or controller of examinations)
· Class XII or Intermediate
· Class X
4. Three Sealed Letters of Recommendation (on college letterheads, to be tak
en from 3 professors in your college or from employers/project leaders). In some
cases, a separate recommendation for assistantships/fellowships
5. Resume (formatted very neat and professional)
6. Experience Certificate Xerox (if applicable)
7. Project Certificate Xerox
8. Statement of Purpose (we can guide you with this; feel free to mail us)
9. Affidavit of Support, Original (on Rs. 10 bond paper, your parent or guar
dian should sign it saying he/she would sponsor your education)
10. Bank Statement, Original (on bank letter head, giving by bank manager to sh
ow $20k+ balance in dads account)
11. Passport Xerox (the page which contains your photo)
Do not forget to send your GRE and TOEFL score reports to the universities you h
aven t listed among the four free names that you can give at the end of your tests
. You will have to order additional score reports from ETS for such universities
. Few Universities ask for Photographs as well.
Some universities may not require all of the above materials or may request addi
tional material. Check the college website for the required documents to be sent
along with the application.

How do I post my application packets?

 Depending on the time you have, you can choose any of the following services
· EMS Government Speed Post service, delivers in 10 working days: Average
Charge 600/-
· Courier service like DHL, delivers in 4- 5 days with acknowledgement: Av
erage 900/- (Preferred, Because of tracking option )

When do I get my i20?

It depends on the university. You may request details of admission status after
3-5 weeks.

What do I do after getting an i20?

· Get all the documents required for your visa interview like income paper
s, savings & property papers
· Then book a VISA slot at www.vfs-usa.co.in
· You d have to pay a fee of Rs.7450 at a designated HDFC bank to obtain a b
ar code. The procedure is given in the in the above website.
· Pay Sevis fee of $200 to university at www.fmjfee.com
· You would have to go to the consulate at Chennai for the interview.
· The interview would be easy as long as you are confident and speak in go
od, fluent English with a positive assertive attitude.
· Be prepared with the frequently asked questions like Why US, What after
MS, etc.
· Make arrangements for travel to your university.

The Team i20Fever wishes you luck with your academic endeavors.