- Health Insurance Requirements: J-1 scholars are expected to maintain a certain level of health insurance coverage for themselves and any accompanying J-2 dependents.
- J-1 Scholar Confirmation of Arrival: J-1 scholars must complete the Confirmation of Arrival e-form upon arriving to UMass Lowell.
- J-1 Scholar Reporting U.S. Address e-form: J-1 scholars must complete this e-form within 10 days of changing their U.S. address.
- Out of Country Requests: Should J-1 scholars need to be outside of the U.S. for an extended period of time (15 days or more), they will need authorization from the International Students & Scholars Office (ISSO).
- Incidental Employment: J-1 research scholars (including short-term scholars) and professors may participate in occasional lectures and short-term consultations that are incidental to the J-1 scholar’s primary program activities, but they need authorization from the ISSO to do so.
- End of Program Procedures: Before ending a J-1 program at UMass Lowell, it is imperative that the ISSO is aware of the J-1 scholar's plans so that we may advise accordingly to ensure compliance.
