Ohio State Wexner International Visiting Scholars Program
Columbus, Ohio · Observership
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About this program
The Ohio State University College of Medicine Office of Global Health runs the International Visiting Scholars Program as an invitation-only pathway: the program explicitly does not accept unsolicited requests, and the invitation must originate from an OSU clinical department or faculty member and be endorsed by the department Chairperson. Student observerships are prohibited; the program is aimed at already-trained visiting scholars. The operational paperwork is unusually granular including Documents A, B, C, F, and H, a guidelines packet, workflow document, checklist, correspondence templates, HIPAA training and exam, immunization documentation, and auxiliary services support. Duration, costs, USMLE and ECFMG requirements, visa sponsorship, LOR policy, and certificate issuance are not detailed on the program page.
Quick highlights
Strong points
- Verified direct sourceAudited URL — no platform middleman, no scraped data
Watch for
- No visa sponsorshipINTL applicants must self-arrange B-1/B-2 visitor visa
Fees, duration & what it costs
What's included
- Not stated of structured clinical experience
- Placement in Multi-specialty
- Direct supervision by attending faculty
- Rounds, case discussions, and bedside teaching participation
How to apply
- Identify a faculty host or coordinator at the program.Many IMG observerships require a faculty sponsor BEFORE you can apply. Use the contact email in the sidebar.
- Submit your application packet directly to the program.Typical packet: CV, USMLE scores or ECFMG certificate, letter of intent, proof of funding, immunizations, and (for INTL) translated medical license.
- Pay any required application or program fee.Many programs charge a non-refundable application fee + per-rotation program fee. See the cost tile above for this program's specific amounts.
- Complete pre-arrival paperwork and visa coordination.Most IMG observerships do not sponsor educational visas — applicants travel on B-1/B-2 visitor status. Confirm before booking travel.
Available specialties
Eligibility requirements
Invitation-only via an OSU faculty sponsor plus department Chair; unsolicited requests rejected; medical students ineligible.
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