Testimonials

Isaiah wins the Optical Foundation’s Frans Oosterhof Travel Grant to attend the 2020 Netherlands Contact Lens Congress in Veldhoven, Netherlands!

Afrisnet taught me how to write personal statements. In my opionion, my personal statement made my application stand out in a pool of applicants. 

The best lesson from Afrisnet website was the blog post that detailed the steps of preparing a graduate application.

I would strongly recommend young people to take full advantage of Afrisnet guidance and resources as they prepare their applications. My advice to them would be to always follow and make good use of Afrisnet resources online and reach out to Afrisnet associates for further guidance. Ask questions when you get stuck and always strive to share your experience with others so that they can learn from you, especially when you have successfully completed your application.

Afrisnet played a pivotal role in my success during my graduate school application journey. In my previous year of applying to U.S. schools, I gained admission to only one program without funding. Determined to improve, I fully engaged with Afrisnet’s programs in 2023, including their workshops on crafting a compelling statement of purpose and academic CV, as well as interactive sessions where successful students shared their strategies for gaining admission into U.S. graduate programs.

By following their guidance closely, I was able to write a strong and competitive statement of purpose and CV. What I valued most about Afrisnet was their unwavering dedication to their members. Dr. Gabriel Gihana provided exceptional support through consistent communication, document reviews, and insightful feedback that greatly strengthened my applications. Additionally, my mentor, Mr. Kelvin Fynn Ofori, offered invaluable guidance in reviewing my statement of purpose and CV before submission, ensuring they met the requirements of the schools I was applying to.

Thanks to Afrisnet’s support, I secured a 50% partial scholarship to study in the United States. I am deeply grateful for their guidance, mentorship, and commitment to helping students succeed. I highly recommend Afrisnet for students hoping to make their graduate school journey a success.”