International Scholars

Pre-Arrival Information for scholars

• Obtaining a J Visa and Entering the United States
  
• Entering the United States
• Transferring from One J-1 Program to Another Within the United States
• Social Security Rules
• Two-Year Home Residency Rule
• Orientation

Procedure for scholars

• Immigration Regulations
• Health Insurance Requirements
• Certification Form for Insurance
• Employment and Training:
• Incidental Employment
• J-2 Employment Information
  • Two-Year Home Country Physical Presence Requirement
  • Two-Year Bar for Research Scholars & Professors