Dear Student,

If you are serious about studying at Roosevelt University and applying for an F-1 student visa, this Zoom session is highly recommended for you.

Many students prepare only for the visa interview.  In fact, the visa officer reviews your DS-160 first, and this already influences the decision.

URGENT: Important Update for Fall 2026

Due to recent visa concerns and shifting student decisions, enrollment from India is currently down across many U.S. universities.

This means:

• Fewer Indian students are applying

• Less competition within the Indian applicant pool

• More appointment availability and visibility for serious candidates

For students who plan early and prepare correctly, Fall 2026 can be a strategic opportunity, not a disadvantage.

However, this opportunity only helps students who:

• Prepare their DS-160 carefully

• Present a clear, consistent study plan

• Demonstrate genuine academic intent

WHAT WE WILL COVER IN THIS SESSION

• Why the DS-160 is the most important part of your F-1 visa
• How visa officers review your DS-160 before meeting you
• Common DS-160 mistakes made by South Asian students
• How inconsistencies (program, funding, sponsor, gaps) lead to 214(b) denial
• How to prepare a strong DS-160 aligned with your I-20
• What Roosevelt University expects from students who are serious about enrollment

WHO SHOULD ATTEND 

This session is ONLY for students who:

1. Have applied or plan to apply to Roosevelt University
2. Intend to study at Roosevelt University in the U.S. for Fall 2026
3. Are preparing for or planning an F-1 visa interview
4. Understand that proper DS-160 preparation is critical

If you are casually exploring options or not committed to Roosevelt University, this session may not be useful for you.  We are not a transfer university.

Parents are encouraged to attend

Live session | Limited seats | Not recorded

Register here, and seats are limited to 35 students: 

Please be on time.  Late arrivals will not be permitted to enter the Zoom session 5 minutes after the start time.