Take a Purposeful Pause. Reimagine What’s Next.
1-year program
Four professional tracks
J-2 family eligible
Personalized advising
A Guided Professional Reset—Not a Traditional Visiting Scholar Program
You’re a strong fit for GVSP if you:
Want time to reflect and redesign your next chapter
Value personalized advising and a structured exchange
Are energized by cross-cultural learning and community engagement
Want to join a caring and supportive learning community
Purposeful Exchange
Non-Traditional J1 Scholars
For mid-career professionals who desire to advance their global career through authentic cross-cultural exchange.
Specialized Year-Long Experience
International Offices co-host scholars while tapping into department expertise according to program tracks.
Supportive Cohort Model
As a program co-sponsor, New Mind provides comprehensive support from recruitment to completion.
Pick Your Tracks
Health Sciences
For practitioners or health-sector professionals strengthening expertise in systems, practice, or
global implementation.
Entrepreneurship
For professionals exploring new ventures, innovation strategy, entrepreneurial ecosystems, or
business model transformation.
Education
Visual & Performing Arts
Entrepreneurship
Education
Health Sciences
Visual & Performing Arts
Program Objectives
Personal & Professional Development
Strengthen your skills, uncover new opportunities, and build a clear plan for what’s next—with ongoing individualized advising.
Research & Cultural Exchange
Engage in research aligned to your goals while immersing yourself in a diverse, welcoming campus community.
Community Engagement
Develop a deeper sense of belonging and broaden your perspective through authentic, meaningful community participation.
Program Objectives
Personal & Professional Development
Strengthen your skills, uncover new opportunities, and build a clear plan for what’s next—with ongoing individualized advising.
Research & Cultural Exchange
Engage in research aligned to your goals while immersing yourself in a diverse, welcoming campus community.
Community Engagement
Develop a deeper sense of belonging and broaden your perspective through authentic, meaningful community participation.
Your Year: Structure & Journey
Onboarding & Arrival Support
prepare, arrive, and settle into Greensboro.
Your Personal Development Plan (PDP)
Customized Learning and Enrichment
Capstone Final Presentation
Be the Bridge to International Impact
Onboarding & Arrival Support
Your Personal Development Plan (PDP)
Customized Learning and Enrichment
Capstone Final Presentation
Two organizations, one seamless experience.
working together to support your success.
UNCG Global Engagement Office (GEO)
- Rich portfolio of global exchange programs
- Support from diverse faculty and experts
- Strong J-1 exchange support
New Mind Education
- Accredited Global Learning Curriculum
- Strong partner of leading NC & NY universities
- Expert in international student development
Clarify your goals. Expand your thinking. Build your future.
Greensboro, North Carolina–Your New Home Base
A Safe, Welcoming Community
Families appreciate NC’s peaceful neighborhoods, green spaces, and comfortable pace
of life.
Great Schools and Learning Environment
Supportive teachers, balanced academics, and opportunities in arts and sports help children thrive and adjust quickly.
More Affordable Than Major U.S. Cities
Housing and daily living costs are far lower than places like New York or California, allowing families to live more comfortably.
Opportunity Without Big-City Stress
Ready To Host Visiting Scholars?
Empower global exchange by hosting eager professionals-an impactful, turnkey way to internationalize your campus using the resources you
already have.