J-1 Scholars

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Learn more about J Exchange Visitors on this page and explore resources, including requirements and guidelines for J-1 scholars. If you have any questions, contact our Scholar Services team.

Who are J-1 visas for?

The University hosts J Exchange Visitors in four primary categories.

Professors

J-1 Professors primarily engage in teaching, lecturing, observing, or consulting at the University. They may also conduct research.

Length of stay: Can range from three weeks to five years.
Supported by: ISO’s Scholar Services team

Research Scholars

J-1 Research Scholars focus on conducting research, observing, or consulting in connection with a research project at the University. They may also teach or lecture.

Length of stay: Can range from three weeks to five years.
Supported by: ISO’s Scholar Services team

Short-Term Scholars

J-1 Short-Term Scholars are professors, research scholars, or individuals with similar education or accomplishments who come to the United States for short-term visits. These visits are typically for the purpose of lecturing, observing, consulting, training, or demonstrating special skills at the University.

Length of stay: Their stay cannot exceed six months.
Supported by: ISO’s Scholar Services team

Students

J-1 Students are enrolled in full-time coursework at a post-secondary accredited educational institution within the United States.

Length of stay: The duration of their stay depends on the level of study (Bachelors, Masters, Doctoral, or Non-Degree).
Supported by: ISO’s Student Services team
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Eligibility and travel permissions

Maintaining valid J-1 status

Program extension or completion

Learn how to apply for a program extension, initiate a transfer, or prepare to depart when your program concludes.

Repeat participation bars

Certain visitors may be ineligible to seek an appointment at the University under the 12- and 24-month bars.

Home residency requirement

You may need to return to your home country after completing your program before being allowed to apply to return to the US.

For current J-1 students

For incoming J-1 students

For departments processing J-1 scholars

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Who are J-1 visas for?

Requirements for J-1 scholars

Additional procedures and resources

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