Most international visiting faculty come to Middlebury College in J-1 (Exchange Visitor) visa status (this is usually the case for those who have not recently been in the U.S., or for those currently in J status at another institution). If you wish to apply for J-1 visa status, you must first complete the DS-2019 Application Form. If you are transferring your SEVIS record from another institution, you should also complete the SEVIS Transfer In Form. Once ISSS receives the completed DS-2019 application and supporting documents, a DS-2019 will be sent to you, along with instructions on how to apply for a J-1 visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. It can take several weeks to complete the visa application process, so the DS-2019 application should be submitted as soon as possible.
Individuals currently in F-1 or J-1 status at other institutions are eligible to apply for employment authorization through the institution which produced their I-20 or DS-2019. Students in F-1 status may apply for Curricular or Optional Practical Training. Those in J-1 status may apply for Academic Training. If you are currently in F-1 or J-1 student status, and wish work at Middlebury College, we encourage you to discuss your plans with the international student advisor at your institution. Your international student advisor is the person who will recommend and/or authorize you for employment.
For citizens of Canada or Mexico who are on short-term appointments, it may make sense to enter the U.S. in TN (Treaty NAFTA) status. If this appears to be an option for you, you should discuss it with an ISSS staff member. We will send you the appropriate application form so that our office can proceed with providing you with the necessary documents for your entry to the U.S. in TN status.
Please see the "Frequently Asked Questions" to the right, and contact us if you have any questions regarding your nonimmigrant status.
International Student and Scholar Services
Carr Hall - 452 College Street
Middlebury College
Middlebury, VT 05753
Phone: 802-443-5858
Fax: 802-443-2063
Email: isss@middlebury.edu
Updated January 23, 2009