J-1 Scholars
J- 1 Research Scholar, Professor and Student Intern
The main goal of the Exchange Visitor Program is to promote international educational and cultural exchange to develop mutual understanding between the people of the U.S. and other countries. The 自慰视频 University services three types of J-1 scholars: students interns, research scholars, and professors. Tenure-track or on-going staff positions are not eligible for these J-1 categories.
- J-1 Research Scholars or Professor
- J-1 Student Interns
If you are invited by a 自慰视频 department to participate in a J-1 program, the department will initiate the request process with ISSS, and will ask for information and documentation from you. Once requested, you will complete the provide proof of financial support (if not entirely sponsored by 自慰视频), copies of your passport and any current immigration documentation. If you are eligible, ISSS will prepare a Certificate of Eligibility (DS-2019) and you will receive email notification from ISSS when the DS2019 is available to download on the ISSS portal.
You will pay the SEVIS Fee, schedule a visa appointment, and follow US Consulate visa guidelines and requirements. Canadian citizens are exempt from the visa application process, but will enter the U.S. in J-1 status with the DS-2019.
Transfers:
In addition, if you in J-1 status and transferring to 自慰视频 from another institution, you must complete the and provide this to your department, along with the above-mentioned documents.
Additional Visas:
Information regarding H-1B and other employment related visa categories should be directed to the Office of Employee Immigration Services聽 or for those at VUMC to 自慰视频 University Medical Center .