chepita

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1. International nursing students in the US

   chepita replied to suzanne4's topic in Immigration Advice

   I don't think they would waste their resources. They'd be well used, it is just that we do not qualify. We are not citizens or residents, it's this country's money. It is

2. International nursing students in the US

   chepita replied to suzanne4's topic in Immigration Advice

   We are basically on our own, but there a a few choices. Private loans, with a US citizen cosigner is one, but it is a loan. My son attends a private college and they have scholarships based on...

3. International nursing students in the US

   chepita replied to suzanne4's topic in Immigration Advice

   I've asked this before, but the attorney I am about to retain told me that I could stay here while I was in school and that I could file I-140 and that would get me "on the waiting list". I am...

4. change status

   chepita replied to RNXYZ's topic in International Nursing

   My attorney said you could file I-140 and stay here with F-1 status, attending full time and everything except working. Is that right? He said that would place me on the "waiting line", which I know...

5. change status

   chepita replied to RNXYZ's topic in International Nursing

   I recently did the change of status for my son from F-2 to F1. He was able to study in highschool with the F-2, but for college, for degree seeking classes, he needed the F-1. With F-2 status he would...

6. My friend and I just took NCLEX this am with 76?s

   chepita replied to flai77's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

   Congratulations, I still remember how good if feels to

7. OPT RN position in Atlanta or Houston

   chepita replied to 2008el's topic in International Nursing

   Believe me, I know I'm blessed!!! I am making the best out of this opportunity and learning all I can. I want the hospital to value my work and mysef as a worthy individual that can be an asset for...

8. OPT RN position in Atlanta or Houston

   chepita replied to 2008el's topic in International Nursing

   The bonus is for signing a contract for one year. The hospital's human resources department is aware of the expiration date on my EAD. It will allow me to work for them for one year, like I signed on...

9. OPT RN position in Atlanta or Houston

   chepita replied to 2008el's topic in International Nursing

   That's right. I am working under OPT and simply applied for the job, was interviewed and was hired on the spot. I got my sign on bonus and everything. I just dread the fact that if nothing changes, it...

10. My friend and I just took NCLEX this am with 76?s

    chepita replied to flai77's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I HAD 75 AND PASSED ON FEB 29. I HAD THIS HORRIBLE FEELING FOR DAYS , I WAS SURE I HAD NOT PASSED. BUT I DID!!! I PAYED THE $7.00 TO CHECK IT ON LINE. I COULD NOT WAIT!! I TOOK IT ON FRIDAY AND FOUND...

11. Leap Year test-taker! 29th of february!

    chepita replied to charmed_one's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    I passed!!!! I just found out!! I'm still shaking!!! Thank you Jesus!!!! I love this feeling!! OH YEAH!! OH YEAH!!! OH

12. Leap Year test-taker! 29th of february!

    chepita replied to charmed_one's topic in NCLEX Exam, Programs

    Exactly what I needed, a place to vent! I warn you, you might regret it!!! I took NCLEX on Friday Feb. 29, so it seems like I will fit right in. .. I am freaking out, I am sure it is everyone's story,...

13. Immigration Issues That You Need To Be Aware Of

    chepita replied to suzanne4's topic in Immigration Advice

    Thanks for being there. And look, I know, absolutely know that you do not make immigration laws, but you sure know a lot about them, and have been a very reliable source of information for me. I'll be...

14. Immigration Issues That You Need To Be Aware Of

    chepita replied to suzanne4's topic in Immigration Advice

    I go back in the fall to graduate in December. I am just so sad! I appealed my instructor's decision all the way up to the chancellor, I still got a no, but it made me feel better. My family and...

15. Immigration Issues That You Need To Be Aware Of

    chepita replied to suzanne4's topic in Immigration Advice

    Ok. so NO ONE could hire me after OPT?? I am in MedsurgII and III, well actually I have to wait a semester, taking other 12 hours, because I made 80% on my drug calculation test. I hope to get back...