The University of Florida International Center (UFIC) is here to assist students with making a smooth transition to U.S. culture and student life at the University of Florida (UF). Each year, UF hosts more than 6,000 international students on its beautiful campus.
Within the UFIC, Exchange Visitor Services (EVS) is responsible for administering the J-1 program and supporting international students who study at UF with a J-1 student visa.
J-1 student visas are part of the broader Exchange Visitor Program managed by the U.S. Department of State for the purpose of cultural and intellectual exchange. As a result, programs must fit specific criteria to qualify for J-1 visas. For more information about the differences between J-1 and F-1 visas, click here.
This information does not apply to students from partner institutions with which UF has reciprocal agreements. Information for Partner School Exchange Students can be found here.
For F-1 student information, click here.
New J-1 Students
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Admissions
For admission questions, please contact the UF Office of Admissions or the specific UF department you hope to join. The evaluation of the admission application, credentials, credits, foreign transcripts, and/or funding decisions are made exclusively by the Office of Admissions and relevant academic departments.