Summer Camp USA is FREE to apply!
Start your camp application today!
Only $100 to start your camp application. After you apply our expert camp placement team will be in touch to start on our detailed online camp application that outlines your activities of interest, skills and work experience with kids.
Costs
Application fee: $100
Acceptance fee: $400 (Paid upon completion of online camp application & interview with our summer camp placement team.)
Placement fee: $250 (Paid once your camp placement is confirmed. The placement fee includes medical insurance & also your J1 Visa SEVIS fee)
USA Visa Fee
USA Visa Fee: US$160
US Consulate Issuance fee: US$105
The U.S. Consulates charge a visa fee for processing your J-1 visa application. This will be paid directly to the US Embassy and is subject to change by the Australian US Consulate at any time.
US SEVIS Fee and Medical Insurance
These are already included for you as part of the Summer Camp USA program.
Proof of Funds
To be allowed to enter the USA on the J-1 visa for Summer Camp you must show proof of funds of US$300.
Proof of funds is a required amount of savings you will need to support yourself upon arrival.
Flights
As part of our Summer Camp USA program we require you book your flights to the USA with STA Travel. We recommend that you wait until you’ve been placed at camp to organize your flight through STA Travel. To get a quote on flights, tours or accommodation please contact your nearest STA Travel branch.