Request for Courtesy Appointment or Visa Documentation to visit the University of Oregon

The Global Studies Institute is pleased to help gather your application for the courtesy appointment and visa process. This will include applying for a contract or courtesy appointment at the University of Oregon and submitting paperwork for a Visa.


Please fill out the form with the details that are required. We will work with your department's host to gather other required materials.


Information about the J1 Visiting Scholar Program is available on our International Student and Scholars Services webpage.


Information about Courtesy Appointments is available on our Human Resources webpage.


Global Studies Institute charges $500 for the service of supporting courtesy appointment and visa processing. Either the scholar or hosting department will be responsible for paying the fee.


Questions contact: gsi@uoregon.edu

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All applicants will need to attach a copy of your CV.


If you need and already have a visa to enter the US, attach a copy of this documentation.


If you are also applying for a J1 Visa.

Visiting Scholar Checklist. Please upload the following documents:

  • J-1 Scholar Application - https://isss.uoregon.edu/sites/default/files/20200227_j-1_visiting_scholarpdf.pdf Complete pages 1-2. Once we have the form, we will ask your host to fill out the rest.
  • Copy of biography page of passport, valid at least six months beyond your period of stay in the US
  • Copy of biography page of passport of any dependents
  • Current CV
  • Proof of English Proficiency (required only for non-native English speakers) - may be completed through interview in J-1 Scholar application.
  • Proof of funding for scholar and any dependents
  • Transfer-In Form (only required if currently in J-1 status at another institution of higher education).


Proof of English Proficiency. Please provide ONE of the following:

  • Recognized English language test:
  • English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition) minimum score of 88
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum score of 7.0
  • DuoLingo minimum score of 120
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an academic institution in one of the following countries: Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand, United States, or the United Kingdom. Please provide a copy of the diploma or academic transcript.
  • Documented interview conducted by the hosting academic department: English Language Proficiency


Proof of funding for scholar and any dependents

  • Scholars must provide evidence they have the financial resources to support themselves for their J-1 program. Minimum financial requirements:
  • J-1 Exchange Visitor: $1,850/month, or $22,200/year
  • J-2 Dependents:
  • Spouse: additional $1,550/month or $18,600/year
  • Each J-2 Child under the age of 21 years old: additional $550/month or $6,600/year


Acceptable Proof of Funding documents (e.g. contracts, scholarship award letters, bank statements, etc.) must be in English and include:

  • Scholar’s name
  • Date
  • Currency
  • Amount of funding available
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