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For Global Visiting Scholars: Join us in Ohio

The College of Nursing has an active international visiting nurse program, hosting nurses from countries across the globe. Those interested in the Global Visiting Scholar program should contact the Office of Global Innovations no less than five months prior to the intended date of arrival. The College of Nursing will consider all applicants for visiting nurse appointments. Participants in the program are responsible for fully funding their visit. Individuals interested in conducting research during their stay must designate who their faculty mentor will be and obtain faculty support from host institution prior to applying. Visits may range from a minimum stay of one month to a maximum of six months.

Global Visiting Scholar Program Tracks

Education and Leadership Immersion

The Education and Leadership Immersion is designed for professional nurses looking to build their educational and leadership expertise through experiences in the United States. Key areas include clinical observations at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, personal leadership assessment activities, classroom and simulation lab observations in the College of Nursing and a one-week Evidence-based Practice Immersion that provides step-by-step education and hands-on training.

Program details

Type of visa required: B-1 Visa
Time frame: One month (program runs: May, June and September)
One month: $3,590

Main program components:

  • Simulation observation: three times per week for one week
  • Clinical observation (requires vaccination records and criminal background check): two to three times per week for two weeks
  • Classroom observation: two weeks
  • Research: optional Research Intensive Workshop available in June at additional cost
  • Evidence-based practice immersion: one week
  • THRIVE workshop (group or individual session): one-day workshop
  • Health Athlete workshop: optional one-day workshop; additional cost

Included in program:

  • Transportation to/from airport
  • Arrival orientation
  • ID and background check
  • Nursing scrubs and white coats
  • University resources
Education and Leadership Intensive Track

The three- to six-month Education and Leadership Intensive Track has the same elements as the Education and Leadership Immersion, but it is designed to provide extended and more in-depth experiences in the United States. Clinical and classroom observational activities are tailored to meet the learning needs of the participant.

Program details

Type of visa required: B-1 Visa
Time frame: Three to six months (must arrive January or August)
Three months: $5,870
Four months: $5,823*
Five months: $6,363*
Six months: $6,903*

Main program components:

  • Simulation observation: two to three times per week for three weeks
  • Clinical observation (requires vaccination records and criminal background check): two to three times per week, up to three months
  • Classroom observation: two to three months
  • Research: optional Research Intensive Workshop available in June at additional cost
  • Evidence-based practice immersion: one week
  • THRIVE workshop (group or individual session): one-day workshop
  • Health Athlete workshop: optional one-day workshop; additional cost

Included in program:

  • Transportation to/from airport
  • Arrival orientation
  • ID and background check
  • Nursing scrubs and white coats
  • University resources
Research Immersion

The Research Immersion is designed for faculty, scientists and educators interested in short-term research collaboration and mentorship. Participants identify a research mentor in their area of interest and work with that individual one-on-one over the course of one month.

Program details

Type of visa required: B-1 Visa
Time frame: One month
One month: $2,500
Additional requirements: Letter of support from Ohio State faculty member outlining mutually agreed upon research proposal and objectives.

Main program components:

  • Simulation observation: optional; additional cost
  • Clinical observation (requires vaccination records and criminal background check): optional; additional cost
  • Classroom observation: two weeks
  • Research:
    • Mentorship and advisement from identified faculty (2-3 hours per week) for one month
    • Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Training
    • Library and Writing Center services and workshops
    • optional Research Intensive Workshop available in June at additional cost
  • Evidence-based practice immersion: optional; additional cost
  • THRIVE workshop (group or individual session): one-day workshop
  • Health Athlete workshop: optional one-day workshop; additional cost

Included in program:

  • Transportation to/from airport
  • Arrival orientation
  • ID and background check
  • University resources
Research Intensive Track

The three- to six-month Research Intensive Track is for faculty, scientists and educators who have identified a mentor to specifically focus on building their research program through publication, pilot work, analyses and/or improving methodological approaches. Also included in program fee is a two-day Research Intensive Workshop that covers the essential elements of designing, conducting, analyzing and funding intervention research.

Program details

Type of visa required: B-1 Visa
Time frame: Three to six months
Three months: $6,495
Four months: $7,286*
Five months: $8,726*
Six months: $10,166*
Additional requirements: Letter of support from Ohio State faculty member outlining mutually agreed upon research proposal and objectives.

Main program components:

  • Simulation observation: optional; additional cost
  • Clinical observation (requires vaccination records and criminal background check): optional; additional cost
  • Classroom observation: two to three months
  • Research:
    • Mentorship and advisement from identified faculty (2-3 hours per week) for duration of program
    • Research Intensive Workshop available in June included in program fee
    • Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Training
    • Library and Writing Center services and workshops
  • Evidence-based practice immersion: optional; additional cost
  • THRIVE workshop (group or individual session): one-day workshop
  • Health Athlete workshop: optional one-day workshop; additional cost

Included in program:

  • Transportation to/from airport
  • Arrival orientation
  • ID and background check
  • University resources

*Please note: Scholars staying longer than 12 weeks receive a 10% discount on the program fee, which is calculated into the above totals. Airline tickets, food, housing and global health insurance are not included in the program fee.

In addition to the total program cost, scholars are financially responsible for mandatory health insurance, travel (air and ground transportation), food, and housing. Visitors are responsible for arranging accommodations during their stay. Our staff are available to assist in arranging accommodations, if needed.

Optional workshops*
  • Health Athlete ($475): An engaging workshop designed for busy professionals who want to refocus and reenergize their personal and professional lives.
  • EBP Immersions ($1,900): This program provides a “deep-dive” into evidence-based practice (EBP) where participants will learn the step-by-step EBP process as well as strategies for integrating EBP in clinical and academic organizations of any size or level of complexity.
  • Research Intensive Workshop ($895): In this workshop, the essential elements of designing, conducting, analyzing, and funding intervention research will be taught in a user-friendly format.

*If you would like to participate in additional workshops during your time at Ohio State, this must be indicated when applying.

How to apply

Interested nurses are required to complete the online visiting global scholar application.

The following information will be requested within the application, so please be prepared to upload your documents when you are applying: 

Application materials
  • A cover letter of no more than 2 pages clearly describing:
    • your background and professional areas of interest
    • a statement of purpose for your visit
    • goals to be accomplished by the end of your visit,
    • College of Nursing faculty member who has agreed to serve as your sponsor (applies to Research Scholars)
    • how your visit will be funded.
  • Curriculum Vitae or resume
  • Letter of recommendation from home institution. The letter must be on official letter head and have an original signature.
  • Proof of employment or postdoctoral status.
  • If applying for the Research Intensive Track, provide a letter of 

Once your application has been submitted, it will be reviewed and Skype interview will be scheduled.

Please note: Before arrival you will be required to submit documentation showing compliance with The Ohio State University College of Nursing’s immunization requirements.

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Fee Refund

If for any reason a scholar needs to cancel his/her visit, a formal letter must be written and sent immediately to the Director of the Office of Global Innovations stating the scholar’s withdrawal from the program and reasons for the withdrawal. Cancelation of the visit must be made within 3 months of Ohio State's receipt of the invoice payment for a full refund minus $150.00 (termination fee).