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Request for Extension of J-1 Student Status
J-1 students are admitted to the United States for "duration of status"
or "D/S" and must complete their academic program by the completion
date on their IAP-66 or apply for program extension. Program extensions can
be given to students who have continually maintained
status and whose completion dates have been delayed due to academic or medical
reasons. Students must apply for a program extension in the 30-day period before
the completion date on the current IAP-66; otherwise the student will be considered
out of status and will need to apply for reinstatement.
Acceptable academic delays include (1) change in major field
of study, (2) change in research topic, (3) unexpected research problems, (4)
lost credits upon transfer to Thomas Jefferson University, or (5) insufficient
time for average student to complete studies in the particular program. Delays
caused by medical reasons require documentation. If the delay is for academic
reasons, please complete with your academic advisor the Academic
Advisor’s Recommendation for Extension of Time for a Program of Study.
Academic probation or suspension are not acceptable reasons
for delay. Individuals who have not maintained status or who have delays due
to academic probation or suspension must apply for reinstatement. If this is
the case, please contact OIES to schedule an appointment
with a foreign student advisor.
Download
Academic Advisor’s Recommendation for Extension of Time for a Program of
Study
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