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The American Institute for Foreign Study (Australia) Pty Ltd opened its Australian office in 1999 and began offering its Camp America and Au Pair in America programs to young Australians. In 2005, AIFS commenced offering inbound programs and currently facilitates cultural exchange programs for more than 2,000 young people.

2025 APPLICATIONS OPEN

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Pricing Options
$

899

*
First Timer
A guaranteed summer camp placement
Meals & accommodation at camp
Medical Insurance (full trip duration)
SEVIS Fee
Pocket Money
J-1 Visa Sponsorship & expert assistance
24/7 in-country support
Up to 30 days travel before & after camp
Exclusive deals with Flight Centre
Savings if you combine with Winter Work Canada and Winter Work Japan.
camp counsellor jumping and pointing
$

839

*
paid in three
simple installments.
A guaranteed summer camp placement
Meals & accommodation at camp
Medical insurance (full trip duration)
SEVIS fee
Pocket money
J-1 Visa sponsorship & expert assistance
24/7 in-country support
Up to 30 days travel before & after camp
Exclusive deals with Flight Centre
Savings if you combine with Winter Work Canada and Winter Work Japan
Save $200*
$

669

*
Returner Early Bird
A guaranteed summer camp placement
Meals & accommodation at camp
Medical Insurance (full trip duration)
SEVIS fee
Pocket money (neg. directly with your camp)
J-1 Visa sponsorship & expert assistance
24/7 in-country support
Up to 30 days travel before & after camp
Exclusive deals with Flight Centre
Savings if you combine with Winter Work Canada and Winter Work Japan
Save $200*

Additional Fees.

Flights to the US

We want you to get the best flight to suit your needs which is why we have partnered with Flight Centre. Click here to learn more.

Australian Federal
Police Check

As part of the application process, you are required to provide an Australian Federal Police Check with is $56 AUD. Click here for instructions on how to apply for the police check.

MRV & Issuance Fees

The J-1 Visa consists of three fees - Sponsor Fee, MRV and Issuance Fees. Camp America covers a component in order to sponsor your visa. The MRV fee is paid directly to the United States Consulate General when booking an appointment, and Australian Passport holders also pay an issuance fee at the time of their appointment. The combination of the MRV and Issuance fees are currently $640 AUD but  are subject to change with the US exchange rate.

Camp America covers the cost of your SEVIS fee as soon as your placement has been confirmed.

Your Guide to Pocket Money.

Standard Counsellor

$1600 - $2075 USD
Rates are based on age, experience, skill level and responsibilities.

Advanced Skills/Special Needs Counsellor

$1700 - $2125USD
Rates are based on age, experience, skill level and responsibilities.

2025 Applications Open.