Citizenship

I have been a permanent resident since 2010 and yes it took me 8 years to finally become a US citizen. I would like to share my experience and timeline in the hopes that it helps someone out there in the same shoes.

I submitted my application on 02/06/2017
Fingerprinted on 02/27/2017
One week later...Case changed to in line for interview.
One year passed by, in which I would check every day for an update on my case.
Received an alert on my phone that interview was scheduled on 2/08/2018
Interview scheduled for 3/6/18
Started reviewing civics questions until I felt comfortable.
Interview date came and I passed all six civic questions required, writing and reading.
IO reviewed my application questions and then he told me he would have to review the application once again and he would make his decision at a later time. He said that he would contact me if he required more information. I have to be honest, this was not a good feeling. I checked the app more than ever hoping for a change in status. One week passed and nothing. I kept reading it could take up to 120 days for them to make a decision. I was super frustrated and thinking the worst at that time. A week and a half passed and I decided to not look at the app anymore. Curiosity got the best of me and I checked the app 13 days after the interview on my way home from work and it said Oath letter has been mailed.
Received my oath letter on 3/21 and my oath ceremony is 3/30/2018.

My journey is coming to a close but I do have to say it has been a very stressful and long one. I have been in this country from age 6 and now I am 33. It took me 7 years to get my residency and another year to get my citizenship. I hope this timeline helps!

Good luck to you all!