J-1 programs at a glance

Three J-1 programs, depending on where you are in your studies or career. The J-1 Visa Check confirms in a minute which one fits.

Students and graduates up to 12 months after graduation

From €1,505

Duration: Up to 12 months
Requirement: Studies at a university outside the US, or a degree from the last 12 months
Included: DS-2019, SEVIS fee, health insurance

Professionals with work experience outside the US

From €1,875

Duration: Up to 18 months, 12 in hospitality, tourism and agriculture
Requirement: A degree and 1 year of experience in your field, or 5 years of experience
Included: DS-2019, SEVIS fee, health insurance

Researchers, professors, specialists and short-term scholars

From €3,900

Compared

	J-1 Intern	J-1 Trainee	J-1 Scholar
For whom	Students and recent graduates	Professionals	Researchers, professors, specialists
Maximum duration	12 months	18 months	Up to 5 years
Price from	€1,505	€1,875	€3,900
Health insurance	Included	Included	€19 or €79 a month
Family (J-2)	From €1,210 per person	From €1,210 per person	€990 per person, plus insurance