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Information for J-1 Scholars

Future Visiting Scholars

Are you interested in teaching or doing research at St. Cloud State University?

1. Contact the academic department or college in which you would like to teach or do research.
   • College of Business
   • College of Education
   • College of Science & Engineering
   • College of Fine Arts and Humanities
   • College of Social Sciences
2. Once an arrangement is made, confirm the dates and the purpose of your visit
3. The SCSU Department will request a DS-2019 from the Center for International Studies (so that you can apply for your J-1 visa)
4. The DS-2019 and other important information about SCSU will be sent to you so that you can apply for the visa.
5. Upon arrival in St. Cloud, check-in with the Center for International Studies and receive a J-1 scholar orientation.

Current J-1 Scholars

• Maintaining J-1 Scholar Status
• Travel Information for J-1 Scholars
• Extension Requests
• Faculty Handbook
• Inviting Your Spouse or Child to Join You in the U.S.
• Replacement of Lost or Stolen Documents

Information for Departments

• Checklist for Faculty Inviting Visiting Scholars
• Request Form DS-2019 for J-1 Visiting Scholars
• CIP Codes (to complete above form)
• Tips for Hosting a J-1 Scholar