You are eligible to apply for an extension of stay if you are:

• Studying full-time, making satisfactory academic progress and have adequate funding; or
• Have completed your program of study and want to participate in Academic Training; or
• Are participating in an authorized Academic Training program and, within the established time limits, need an extension to finish the program.

For Exchange Students and non-UNH Sponsored Students:

• Obtain a letter from your faculty advisor confirming your continued academic progress, full-time student status, and date of program completion.
• Secure an updated letter of award (e.g., scholarship or assistantship), bank statement, or other documents to show sufficient financial support to cover the period of extension.
• Submit all materials to OISS or your Program Sponsor.

For Degree Students:

• Complete and submit OISS's online Program Extension Request eForm at least 60 days prior to the program end date on your Form DS-2019.
  • Login to eOISS
    • Under the heading J-1 Student Services, choose "Program Extension Request"
  • Before submitting your eForm, please meet with your Academic Advisor.
    • After you submit your eForm, your advisor will be sent an email notification to approve your request.
• After your eForm has been approved by your Academic Advisor, an OISS Advisor will contact you regarding the financial documentation you will need to provide.
• After financial documentation has been provided, an OISS Advisor will issue you a new Form DS-2019 with a revised program end date.