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J-1 STUDENT: ACADEMIC TRAINING RECOMMENDATION FORM 2025

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The document is an Academic Training Recommendation Form for J-1 students at the International Students & Programs Office of UC San Diego. It outlines the process for students to complete sections regarding their personal information, training program details, and requires approval from an Academic Advisor or Department Chair. The form must be submitted with the application packet to the International Center, allowing 10 working days for processing.

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In Section 1, enter your name, UCSD ID#, email address, academic level, telephone number, major/academic department, expected program completion date, and indicate if you have applied for a waiver of the two-year home residency requirement.
Proceed to Section 2. Fill in the location of the training program, job title, name and address of the training supervisor, number of hours per week, and the dates of training. Clearly outline the goals and objectives of your training program and explain how it relates to your major field of study.
In Section 3, ensure your Academic Advisor or Department Chair completes their part by providing their name, title, signature, phone number, email address, and date. This section is crucial for approval.
Once all sections are completed accurately, save your document. You can then submit this form along with your application packet to the International Center.

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How long is academic training for J-1 students?

After completing a Ph. D. program, you are eligible for an additional 18 months of post-doctoral training, for a total of 36 months of academic training. If you are enrolled in a non-degree program, your stay in the U.S., including academic training, is limited to a total of 24 months.

What is an academic training?

Academic Training may come in the form of paid or unpaid employment or internship. The training must be directly related to the students major field of study and may take place during or after completion of their studies, provided certain requirements are met.

What is an academic J visa?

The J-1 visa is for educational and cultural exchange programs designated by the Department of State. The Q-1 visa is for participation in certain international cultural exchange programs.

What does academically trained mean?

Programs in academic skills serve as a viable alternative to help support and improve students academic success and performance. Students gain the confidence and motivation to persist in their courses, regardless of the challenges they may face.

What is the meaning of academic training?

Academic training is the name the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program uses for employment training or practical experience related to your field of study.

What is an academic training program?

Academic Training is training related to your field of study; it requires authorization from ISS. Training could be in the form of a job, internship, research position, cooperative education position, or other opportunity to obtain experience that furthers your academic objective.

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