International Visitors Program
About the Program
Daily activities include participation in rounds, observation of the work-up and treatment of a wide variety of cases. Visits are limited to ninety (90) days within a calendar year. Please follow the steps below so that we can assist you with your visit to NC State. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate that will recognize your participation. Visitors must have sufficient English language ability to communicate effectively.
According to United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regulations, guest DVMs present in the United States in visitor status are not allowed to work or perform any productive activities at the College of Veterinary Medicine, but may engage in supervised observation at the College.
- Fill out the application and mail or fax it to us with your credit card information. The cost for participating in the International Visitor’s Program is $50 (non-refundable). Once we determine if we can accommodate your request, you will be notified by e-mail.
- You are responsible for obtaining the appropriate visa. For information about the Visa Waiver Program, please visit the Department of State website.
- Write a short essay describing what you wish to accomplish while you are here at NC State. What service do you want to visit? What are your goals and expectations?
- Complete the rabies waiver form and send it to us.
- Complete the recognition of presence form and send it to us.
- There are housing options that may be helpful to you. You will be responsible for making your own arrangements.
- Mail original documents to:
Jill Schmitter
NC State College of Veterinary Medicine
4700 Hillsborough Street
Raleigh, NC 27606-1499 USA
Please allow up to three weeks for your application to be processed.
Continuing Education
Upon completion, you will receive a certificate that will recognize your participation for the period of time you participated in the program. The certificate will be recognized by the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Board.
ADA Statement
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in the activity, please contact Samantha Hartford to discuss your needs at least 30 days prior to the event.
Available Services
You may request a visit with any of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital's services. A representative from our office will do their best to accommodate your requests.