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Gaining J-1 Designation Approval

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Please note that access to this course expires 60 days after purchase.

Learn about the Department of State’s J Designation in order to prepare your organization’s DS-3036 application package. If you are considering hosting J Exchange Visitors, you will want this overview of the process and expert troubleshooting information.

Examine the process of preparing the DS-3036 including the length of time to prepare, necessary documents, and tips on how to create supplemental information that show your program’s planning and readiness for accepting J Exchange Visitors.

Elements addressed within this presentation include:

  • Institutional motivation for considering applying for sponsorship designation
  • Factors to determine if applying for J sponsorship designation is right for your institution
  • Other aspects to consider: Planning for pre-arrival communications and orientation programs, supervision, evaluation and monitoring of the Exchange Visitors.
  • Practical advice on completing the application