Application Info & Costs
- before applying it is important to consider costs and double-check that you qualify
for the programme.
How to Apply
Step 1 - Book online.
Step 2 - BUNAC confirms your place on the programme and sends you details
on the next steps and how to access BUNAC's Job Listing via your BUNAC Account.
Step 3 - Return your completed insurance booking form with payment
along with SEVIS payment, participant agreement, reference (a standard form will
be provided which must be completed by an employer/teacher or lecturer) and proof
of student status. Your DS-2019 (the official document which allows you to apply
for the visa) will then be requested on your behalf and full information on how
to apply for the J-1 visa will be sent to you.
During the application process you will have an informal phone interview to discuss
your knowledge of the programme.
Step 4 - Once your visa has been issued you are ready to fly to America!
BUNAC recommends that all participants arrange a job before they leave the UK. It
will give you peace of mind knowing you have work lined up and in which part of
America. You also won’t have to wait too long for your first pay cheque! BUNAC’s
Job Directory (available once you are registered on the programme) can help you
in your job search and is an easy way to find casual summer work in the US.
Once you have found a job
You must ensure your employer notifies BUNAC of the details of your job. Ask them
to complete and return the Employer
Job Form (.pdf) to you, then complete the participant section on the form
before returning it to BUNAC; after having taken a copy for yourself.
How much will it cost?
Total BUNAC registration fee
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£264
(£220
for returning applicants)
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Includes:
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BUNAC Membership
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Administration costs
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Job Directory
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Help, support and advice
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Other costs*
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US visa, embassy & delivery fee
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£111
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US government SEVIS fee
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£25
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4 months’ travel insurance (including baggage cover)
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£138
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Return Flights
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£479 (BUNAC travel package)
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* These are third party costs and are subject to change.
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Support funds
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With pre arranged job
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$600
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Working on a commission-based job or job hunting on arrival
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$1000
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