Archive · 12 Aug 2025
UCSD Student's F-1 Visa Denied: Reddit Users Discuss Interview
A student who wanted to study at UCSD was not approved for a visa.
The person applying was asked how they would pay for school.
The student seemed unsure, which may have caused the visa to be denied.
People on Reddit shared advice, with some saying confidence is important when answering questions.
Others did not think a few years out of school was a problem.
An aspiring UCSD student's F-1 visa was denied at the US Embassy in New Delhi.
The visa officer questioned the applicant on their funding sources for the studies.
The applicant mentioned a loan, personal savings, and parental sponsorship as funding.
The applicant admitted to 'fumbling' the funding portion of the interview.
The rejection followed under Section 214B, leading to a Reddit discussion.
- Who
- An applicant seeking an F-1 visa to study at UCSD.
- What
- An aspiring student's F-1 visa was denied.
- When
- August 8
- Where
- US Embassy in New Delhi
- Why
- The applicant's interview performance related to funding concerns.
- Applicant's Intended School
- UCSD
- Visa Type
- F-1
- Denial Section
- 214B
- Interview Location
- US Embassy in New Delhi
- Applicant's Profession
- Engineer
