Student Visas
International students at Northwestern use F-1 and J-1 visas. The type used will depend on the student's program type and funding.
International students at Northwestern use F-1 and J-1 visas. The type used will depend on the student's program type and funding.
Federal regulations require all international students to maintain their F-1 or J-1 status while residing in the U.S.
Learn about RegulationsFor international travel and re-entry to the U.S., the immigration document, passport and visa must be valid and unexpired. If the visa is expired it will be necessary to apply for a new visa, through the same process as your initial visa application, at a U.S. embassy or consulate outside the U.S. For more information about international travel, visit the F-1 & J-1 Travel webpage.