J - 1 Students

Overview
J-1 status is used by many different visitors to the U.S. At UI J-1 status is most often used by visiting and exchange students and by international scholars. J-1 status is a nonimmigrant classification, which means that you must demonstrate to the U.S. government that you do not intend to reside in the U.S. on a permanent basis. You must also demonstrate sufficient proficiency in the English language. Form DS-2019 provides evidence of eligibility for J-1 status.

Applications to change to J-1 status may be filed by individuals who are residing in the U.S. in a qualifying nonimmigrant status. All other students must apply for a visa stamp abroad.

If you would like to change to J-1 status in the U.S., please contact International Student, Scholar and Faculty Services to discuss the options at least six months before the planned start date of your program.

Details About the J-1 Status

   

Qualifying for J-1 Student Status   J-1 Exchange Students J-1 Visiting & Degree Students Funding for Students SEVIS  Visa Stamp Form I-94 Form DS-2019 Passport  Entering the U.S. Changing to J-1 Status Pre-arrival International Student Fees

Health Insurance Maintaining J-1 Status Enrollment  Employment/Training Social Security Program Extension Grace Period  Travel Abroad Travel to Canada or Mexico J-1 Transfers J-2 Status Two-Year Home Residency Visits from Family or Friends Who Require a B-2 Visa

Forms

Certificate of Financial Responsibility 2009 Orientation Student Schedule Address Change Form Airport Pickup for Orientation COS Instructions to F1 COS Instructions to F2 COS Instructions to J1 COS Instructions to J2 Departure Survey Extension of Time to Complete Program F-1 & J-1 Student Health Insurance Waiver F-1 Model Employer Letter

I-20-DS2019 Request form J-1 Sponsored & Dependent Student Health Insurance Waiver Orientation Housing Form J-1 Academic Training J-1 AC Training Model Employer Letter J-1 On-Campus Work Authorization Request J-1 Sponsor Request Form-fillable Part-Time Authorization STEM OPT Extension Transfer from U of I Information Travel Request Form F 2008 UI Health Insurance Requirement Withdrawing from UI