J-1 Academic Training

J-1 Academic Training (also called AT) is a type of off-campus employment that is directly related to the major area(s) of study for J-1 students.

J-1 students interested in pursuing AT can apply for it either during the course of study or after completing their studies. It must be approved by an International Student Affairs staff member.

Your AT must not exceed the amount of time it took for you to complete your full course of study or 18 months, whichever is shorter.

If you have pursued a degree in a STEM field you may be eligible for up to 36 months, but additional steps are required. Students should contact International Student Affairs for more information.

As a J-1 student, you are required to maintain Department of State health insurance minimums for yourself and any J-2 dependents throughout your AT.

Who Is Eligible for Academic Training

• Your DS-2019 was issued by DePauw and has not expired
• You are in good academic standing
• Your proposed employment is directly related to your major field of study as confirmed by your faculty advisor
• You have not already used the maximum amount of Academic Training permitted

How to Apply for AT

Complete the Academic Training request application form through the International Student Portal. To complete the application, you will need an Academic Training employment letter (job offer), which includes the following information:

• The goal and objectives of the specific academic training program
• A description of the training program and how it relates to your major field of study
• Hours per week
• Start and end dates of training
• Employment address
• Name and address of the training supervisor