This fee is a mandatory charge by FUSIA, the program organizer, to cover expenses related to program administration and host placement. It covers the following services:

• Conduct initial program screenings and briefings for applicants
• Conduct initial interviews with prospective hosts and interns
• Provide assistance and guidance to answer questions
• Match and place accepted participants with hosts
• Conduct site visits and initial interviews as needed
• Coach and assist in preparing professional resumes
• Assist in securing housing and health insurance
• Guide in fulfilling J-1 visa duties and participating in activities

NOTE: The fee is due upon program acceptance. This fee does not include any out-of-pocket fees.

The following services are shared between the program administration and visa sponsorship fees:

• Handle daily administration and inquiries
• Conduct necessary briefing sessions and guidance
• Provide after-hour emergency support as needed
• Intervene in conflict situations
• Issue a certificate of participation based on performance
• Help participants verify their participation after the program upon request

This fee is charged by FUSIA to cover expenses related to J-1 intern visa sponsorship. It does not apply to applicants who do not require J-1 intern visa sponsorship, such as US citizens, LPRs, F-1 students on OPT, and J-1 students on AT. The fee covers the following services:

• Conduct additional interviews for J-1 intern visa sponsorship
• Assist in applying for J-1 program sponsorship for both participants and hosts
• Collect and verify information and proofs from participants
• Maintain participants and host records for compliance
• Issue, sign, and send Form DS-2019 and sign Form DS-7002
• Create, monitor, and maintain participants' SEVIS records
• Guide in applying for a visa abroad and attempting entry at borders
• Monitor programs and participants to ensure compliance with regulations
• File incident reports to the U.S. government as needed and mandated
• Publish and distribute necessary information and resources

NOTE: This fee does not include any out-of-pocket fees.

The following services are shared between the program administration and visa sponsorship fees:

• Handle daily administration and inquiries
• Conduct necessary briefing sessions and guidance
• Provide after-hour emergency support as needed
• Intervene in conflict situations
• Issue a certificate of participation based on performance
• Help participants verify their participation after the program upon request

Participants in the program live together at a designated hotel. The fee for living at the Asiatic Hotel is based on two students sharing one standard room and includes the following:

• A special rate of USD 130 per room typically shared by two students
• NYC hotel tax of 14.75% and a $3.50 per night city tax included
• Subject to availability
• Adjust for one student taking a whole room or for two or more students sharing one room
• Breakfast is included
• Housekeeping is provided one-two times each week

NOTE: Accommodation and rates are subject to availability. If they are not available, it may be necessary to move to another hotel, which could result in additional costs. Each room is equipped with two double beds, a TV with cable service, a desk, table, chair, lamp, electric kettle, and a private bathroom.

NOTE: Living on their own before April 8 is subject to a determination based on whether the participant has a relative or friend living within 10 miles of the designated housing, and if the participant agrees that such arrangements will not interfere with their obligation to participate in program activities. Once accepted, this decision cannot be reverted.

NOTE: While each room has two beds, sharing a room with two or more individuals is allowed, but not recommended by the program.

The following fees are related to or mandated for applicants of the J-1 intern visa/status:

• A USD 220 fee to fund the operation of the U.S. government's SEVIS
• A USD 85 fee for UPS to send the original Form DS-2019 to participants
• A USD 160 MRV fee charged to applicants for the J-1 intern visa
• A USD 50-60 fee for health insurance, which is mandated for exchange visitors
• Some passport holders (e.g., Australians) may be required to pay a reciprocity fee

NOTE: The first two fees are paid to FUSIA along with the program administration fee. The MRV fee is paid directly by the participant before scheduling a visa interview and does not apply to Canadians who apply for J-1 status at US borders.

NOTE: All participants are required to have health insurance that meets the US government's requirements. Participants can purchase insurance on their own or use TaiAn, which works with us. The rates vary depending on the plan chosen. If the participant’s school provides health insurance that meets the Department of State’s requirements, this fee may be waived. Click HERE for more information.

NOTE: Apart from the program fees, it is recommended to have readily accessible emergency funds of at least USD 1,500, and to budget for airfare (USD 1,500+), mobile services (USD 30+/mo), and living expenses (USD 20+/day).