J-1 Students

The J-1 Visa is part of the Exchange Visitor Program with the Department of State and is typically intended for students in specific educational exchange programs at UMass. Students (and their J-2 dependents) under UMass sponsorship are issued a DS-2019 to obtain a J visa stamp at a U.S. consulate or embassy. Students interested in determining their J-1 Visa Eligibility should review the Visa Sponsorship section. Students should not enter on a tourist (B-1/B-2 or WT visa waiver) visa if your intent is to go to school.