IMPORTANT!! US Embassy Update

We are hearing that the US Embassy is asking students to present a birth certificate along with other documents.

All Versan students who still have to get their visa, please bring your original birth certificate (no photocopy) with you along with your other documents.

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Summer Sessions

Our Summer SAT classes are approaching fast and space is limited, so sign up as soon as possible.

July 5th - end of Sept:
Saturdays (9:00am-12:00pm)
@ Shortwood Teachers College

Prices for classes only US $650.
Consultation services** are US $650. Total package (classes and consultation) US $1300.


**Consultation services are year-round, from the start of classes all the way through to visa and immigration process.

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Pictures from The U.S. Embassy Pre-departure Seminar

The US Embassy Pre-departure Seminar went extremely well and I was glad to hear that Versan students showed up to the event.

Here are some of the photos from the seminar:

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NEW EMAIL!!!

Our new email is edu@versan.org
Please take note of it.

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Useful Information

For those students who are heading off and looking for the cheapest flights a useful website is www.sidestep.com. This website is like a search engine and it searches all airlines websites and third parties (priceline and expedia) to find you the lowest fares.

Also, a great resource for finding used textbooks for your classes is www.textbook.com .

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Sallie Mae Contact Information

Sallie Mae
3011 South West Williston Rd.
Suite 101
Gainesville, FL 32608

Phone: 1-877-456-6221
Fax: 1-850-767-7477

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U.S. Embassy Send-off Session

The U.S. Embassy is hosting it annual send-off session for students who are going to study in the Fall 2008 or Spring 2009.
This event will be held Wednesday June 18, 2008 at 10:30am at the Hilton Hotel in the Les Ambassadeurs Ballroom.
All students are encourage to attend as there will be useful information about the pro's and con's of studying in the U.S.
Versan will have two Representatives present at the function. Rainier Goubault and Shauna Myers will be providing useful information pertaining to studying in the U.S

See you all there.

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U.S. Embassy Warns Against Fradulent Visa Appointments and Other Visa Scams

The U.S. Embassy in Kingston is warning the public against using so called "visa-fixers" to obtain fradulent visa appointments and other visa scams, such as guaranteeing that a visa will be issued. Memebers of the public are being forewarned that the embassy is aware of these scams and that those who use them may be banned from ever receiving a visa to visit the U.S and will be reported to the Jamaican authorities for criminal prosecution.

Applicants must schedule visa appointments online at: https://evisaforms.state.gov/default.asp?postcode=KNG&appcode=3 . This is an electronic calendar that will show available dates and times.

Also applicants should aviod people or businesses that claim to be able to schedule "expedited" appointments, since the embassy's appointment calendar is tamper-proof. Any applicant needing emergency appointment should follow the procedures listed at http://kingston.usembassy.gov/visa_services.html . No applicant should ever pay anyone to obtain an appointment (including emergency appointments) on the embassy's electronic calendar. For emergency appointments, the embassy will contact the applicant directly.

The embassy warns that one sure sign that an applicant is being scammed is the payment of money for an appointment or guarantee of a visa. The embassy warns that no individual or business can gaurantee that a visa will be issued and anyone who believes that a travel agent or individual is providing questionable services is urged to inform the embassy at kingstonvisas@state.gov .

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Farewell Ceremony A Success!!

We hosted a fantastic Going-Away Celebration for students leaving to attend school abroad in the coming Fall semester. Approximately 250 parents and students filed into the glamorous Les Ambassadeurs Ballroom on the 18^th floor of the Hilton Kingston hotel, and we began with a prayer by Mrs. Bramwell-Riley. We were right into the swing of things as our Master of Ceremonies Rainier Goubault; lead us through our programme smoothly. Our student speakers: Lauren and Elaina Chai were extremely impressive. As past students of the Kent boarding school in CT, they are looking forward to attending M.I.T. in the fall. In recounting their highs and lows in boarding school, they gave sound advice, and tips for excelling in school socially, academically, and practically.

Joan Davis Williams presented on Social Skills, encouraging us all to brush up on our social graces. She also had a booth at the back of the room for students interested in enrolling in Etiquette classes.

The Bank of Nova Scotia and The Math Clinic also had booths at the back of the room; they spoke to how useful the services they provide are and gave out contact information for further consultation.

We were thoroughly entertained by the musical genius of Joshua and Jhenelle, serenading us with their duet on the violin. Master violinist Joshua Yap serenaded us with his two solo performances.

Our director, Mrs. Bramwell-Riley delivered her Farewell Speech to the outgoing students. She also spoke about the “College Checklist”, which are the list of items she thinks students need to live comfortably aboard. After her presentation, we were lead into our awards ceremony, which included prizes for both our students and parents.

Shauna Myers delivered the Vote of Thanks and led us into our Music and Food Festival Bash, where students and parents mingled among themselves.

P.S. If you weren't at the Farewell Ceremony please come into the office to pick up a "College Checklist" handout.

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Visa Appointment Items

How to obtain your visa appointment

1. Contact any travel agency and have them set you up a visa appointment.
2. Before heading to Paymaster, you need to fill out and carry with you the DS 156, 157 and 158.
The DS 156 can be obtained from https://evisaforms.state.gov/
The DS 157 from http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/79964.pdf
and The DS 158 from http://www.state.gov/documents/organization/79965.pdf
3. Go to Paymaster to pay for the visa appointment. The cost of the appointment is US $131-150. Please keep the receipt, you are going to need it for your embassy visit.
4. Go to Western Union and pay the SEVIS fee. This cost of the SEVIS fee is US $100. Please take your I-20 with you to Western Union, they are going to need the 10 digit number on the form. Keep the receipt and take it along to the Embassy with you.

Items needed for Embassy Visit

1. I-20 Form (Please sign the form) - If the student is under 18 years of age, a parent or gaurdian signiture is also needed.
2.Receipt from paymaster to show that you paid for the appointment.
3. The filled out DS 156, 157 & 158 form.
4. Sevis Fee receipt.
5. Acceptance Letter from College
6. Bank statement and/or Loan approval. This is the most important part, as the embassy would like to see that you can pay for your studies in the states.
7. Medical letter stating that you are healthy enough to go.
8. Transcript - you can take this by hand or it can be sent by your school (please let them know your appointment day)
9. CXC and/or Cape Results
10. Two Pictures - both pictures need to be signed by a JP on the backside, no jewellery or glasses should be worn, you NEED to face forward and the background needs to be white.

Before you go to the Embassy

1. Photocopy all documents. The Embassy is not interested in the originals, so bring the photcopies with you.
2. Come into the office for a visit with Mrs. Bramwell Riley. She will prepare you for your embassy visit.

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Farewell Ceremony

Versan Educational Services will be hosting our annual Farewell Ceremony for students studying abroad in the upcoming fall semester. The sendoff celebration will be on June 14^th, 2008 at the prestigious Hilton Hotel in the Les Ambassadeurs Ballroom, on the 18^th floor, at 5pm.
Our program will boast of both entertainment and informational value, as refreshments will be acquired in potluck fashion, a violinist will be present, past students will be providing testimonials, we look forward to our distinguished guest speaker Eva Barnes, the IRC Associate and Student Advisor of the U.S. Embassy and spirits will be high in anticipation.

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Who we are and What we do.

Versan Educational Services is a 13 year old company, who has been helping students into getting into top schools in the USA, Canada and Europe as well as helping them securing some aid to pay for their education.

Here at Versan Educational Services we prepare students who are interested in seeking studies aboard in USA, Canada and Europe. We work with them every step of with way, from advising them on schools, offering classes for the exams to helping them secure financial aid and scholarships.

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