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Who this program is for
If you have a previous rejection on your record, a complicated profile, or you simply want to walk into the consulate and get through the interview in a smooth, hassle-free way — this program was built for you. Seven sessions, each with a specific purpose, designed to take you from uncertain to prepared.
A breakdown of all seven sessions
Session 1 — Understanding and presenting your profile
The first session is all about you. I focus on understanding your background in full and working out how to present your profile in the best possible way to the visa officer. Every applicant's story is different, and how you frame yours matters enormously.
Session 2 — DS-160 review or completion
Even if you have already filled out your DS-160, we go through it together. If any changes are needed, we can fill a new form for you. This step catches errors and inconsistencies that can quietly create problems at the interview window.
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Book a Mock InterviewSession 3 — Answer structuring (the most important session)
This is the session I consider the most critical of all seven. We go through every common F1 interview question together and structure your answers specifically around your profile. You are not memorising generic responses — you are building answers that are true to your situation and designed to satisfy the officer's concerns.
Sessions 4, 5, and 6 — Four mock interviews
After your answers are structured, you practise them across four mock interviews spread across three sessions. Each mock is unique — every session is designed to prepare you for a different type of visa interview scenario, including mocks tailored to your specific interview location. This variety matters because no two consulate experiences are identical.
Session 7 — Final review, tips, and interview-day hacks
The final session is a full review of everything covered so far, combined with practical tips and hacks specifically for interview day. By the time this session is done, you know what to expect, how to carry yourself, and exactly what to say.
Ready to book your place?
The 7-Day program is open for Fall 2024 enrolment. If you want to go through your F1 interview feeling prepared rather than anxious, you can find all the details and booking information on the packages page.
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