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