India, Nov. 10 -- For the majority of Indian students, studying in the US entails years of work, money, and expectation; yet, sometimes the dream is dashed by a visa officer rather than a university.

In one instance, an engineering graduate was not granted an F-1 student visa after securing a spot at a top-15 American university to pursue computer science.

The F-1 visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows students to study full-time at recognized universities in the US. Candidates must demonstrate that they have been accepted, are able to cover their costs of living and tuition, and plan to return home after graduation.

In a Reddit post, he wrote, "I've spent enough time and resources chasing a fleeting dream. I've decided to keep worki...