J-1 Status Maintenance | International Services

Exchange visitors participating in all categories are required to comply with the following requirements in order to maintain valid J-1 status.

While studying at Adelphi, you must follow a specific set of rules, depending on your visa type and educational level to maintain your student status. Any participant who does not comply with all J visa regulations will be considered to be in violation of their status resulting in the termination of the individual’s SEVIS record, resulting in the end of the J-1 program and valid status.

International Student Support

International Services, the only place where you can find your Designated School Official, commonly referred to as your DSO, is available to provide essential advising and immigration support to international students. International Services is located in Post Hall, Suite 200 and are available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Email is@adelphi.edu or call the office at (516) 877-4990.

Student Responsibilities

Maintaining your status means fulfilling the purpose of the J student visa and following the regulations associated with that purpose. Use the resources below, along with your Student Status Guide to learn how to maintain your student status.

Arrival and Reporting Requirements

Enter the United States no more than 30 days before your program begins.
Arrive at Adelphi prior to your program start date.
Report to the RO in International Services and complete immigration check-in.
Report a change of address to the RO within 10 days of the change.

Maintain Required Documents

Valid DS-2019
Valid Passport
I-94 Arrival/Departure Document

Engage in Appropriate Activities

Students are required to carry a full course of study.
Research Scholars or Professors are required to perform research activities, lecture, consult, or teach.

Employment and Academic Training

Follow all rules which govern employment options.
Work only when authorized by the RO through On-Campus Employment.
Work only when authorized by the RO through Academic Training.
Volunteer only for philanthropic or charitable purposes.
Unauthorized employment is a violation of program status which will result in termination of status.

Maintain Health Insurance

Exchange visitors and any dependents are required to obtain health insurance that meets the minimum requirements throughout the entire duration of the program.