J-1 Exchange Visitor Categories
The 鈥痠s administered by the U.S. Department of State (DoS) for the purpose of promoting international educational exchange of ideas and collaborative teaching and research efforts.鈥�
A Form DS-2019 is necessary to apply for a J-1 exchange visitor visa and to enter the U.S. as a J-1 Research Scholar or Professor in order to conduct research, observe, or consult in connection with a research project at Teachers College.
The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) is responsible for the issuance of DS-2019s on behalf of Teachers College.
The Exchange Visitor Program includes several different categories of Exchange Visitors.鈥�
In addition to enrolling international students in the J-1 Student category, Teachers College is also authorized to use the following categories for 鈥渟cholars鈥�:鈥�
- Program Duration: Three (3) weeks to five (5) years (continuous time)鈥�
- Primary Activity: Teaching or collaborative research.鈥� Details are available on the鈥疷.S. DoS website for and for .
- This category is subject to the鈥�12- and 24-Month Bars on Repeat Participation.
- Program Duration: One (1) day and up to six (6) months鈥�
- Primary Activity: Teaching or collaborative research.鈥� Details are available on the鈥疷.S. DoS website for .
- This category is NOT subject to the 12- and 24-Month Bars on Repeat Participation, however, please check with the OISS if you have any questions.鈥��
- Program Duration: Three (3) weeks to one (1) year鈥�
- Primary Activity: Used for visitors who bring a specialized knowledge or skill set. Details are available on the U.S. Dos website on .
- This category is NOT subject to the 12- and 24-Month Bars on Repeat Participation, however, please check with the OISS if you have any questions.鈥��
Prospective Visiting Research Scholars or Professors who have been invited to Teachers College and are in need of J-1 visa sponsorship should work with their academic host department to initiate the process of applying for their J-1 DS-2019.
Please contact the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) with any inquries.