New J Scholars
First Days
- Initial DS 2019 Request
- English Language Proficiency Requirements
- Health Insurance Requirement
- BridgeUSA Administrative Fees
- Applying for J-1 visa
- Pre-Arrival Packet
- Arrival to the U.S. and getting to Campus
- J-1 Check-in
- Introductions to GT & Atlanta
- Transportation
- Getting to Know the US
- Digitally Signed DS-2019 Guidance
J Scholar Maintaining Status
- Regulations Overview
- J Immigration Document Overview
- Health Insurance Maintenance
- Travel
- Transfer of J Program to Another Sponsor
- Renewing Your Visa As a Continuing Scholar
- J-2 Dependents
- Taxes for Non-Residents
- Social Security Numbers
- Extension of J Scholar Program
- 212(e) Two-Year Home Residency Requirement
- 12 & 24 Month Bars
J Scholar Final Days at GT
J-Buzz Newsletter
The Office of International Education (OIE) publishes J-Buzz, a monthly newsletter tailored for J-1 Exchange Visitors and their families in Georgia Tech’s BridgeUSA program. J-Buzz provides essential updates on immigration regulations and policies, important reminders, information on upcoming events, and highlights stories about fellow Exchange Visitors.
If you’re an Exchange Visitor interested in being featured in the J-Buzz newsletter, submit your entry here.
Previous Newsletters
- January 15, 2025 J-Buzz Newsletter
- February 19, 2025 J-Buzz Newsletter
- March 19, 2025 J-Buzz Newsletter
- April 16, 2025 J-Buzz Newsletter
To subscribe, please visit our J-Buzz page.