Summer Camp Returners

Welcoming you back to camp.

Return to the States, earn more, and come back to another epic summer camp experience.
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As a returner, you'll earn more.

When you come to summer camp as a returner, you'll receive the same amazing support as a first timer would. This time round, you'll be able to negotiate your spending money (often referred to as pocket money) with camp.

So let us take you home this summer, and earn more than you have at camp before.

Pricing

Support Staff
Counselor
$550
$450
Returner fees are paid in USD. Super early bird price until 1st December 2024. Excludes 3+ year returners.
prices raise Aug 30
Includes:
Negotiate your payment with camp
Summer camp placement
Visa sponsorship and assistance
Medical insurance
Application support
Food and accommodation at camp
24-hour support in America
Up to 30 days travel after camp
Pre-camp preparation workshop
SEVIS Fee
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Earn spending money
As a returner, you will be able to negotiate your spending money (often referred to as pocket money) with camp.

Additional Costs

There are some third party fees that are part of going to camp. These are paid to organisations like the US government and background check agencies as part of the J1 Visa requirements.
  • Criminal Background Check - Free
  • US Visa Application (MRV) Fee - $185 USD (Paid to USA Embassy)
  • Return flights to & from the USA - Price Varies

3+ year returners.

3+ year returner spaces are highly limited due to U.S. Department of State regulations restricting the number of 3+ year returners being able to return to camp.

If you are a 3+ year returner please apply as soon as possible to give yourself the best chance of securing a place.

3+ year returners are not eligible for early bird discounts.

Spread the cost in 2 payments.

Don't worry, you can get started by just paying the deposit.
Deposit
$100
Payment
$350
$525
prices raise Aug 30
Includes:
Negotiate payment with camp
Summer camp placement
Visa sponsorship and assistance
Medical insurance
Application support
Food and accommodation at camp
24-hour support in America
Up to 30 days travel after camp
Pre-camp preparation workshop
SEVIS Fee
Log in
Earn spending money
As a returner, you will be able to negotiate your spending money (often referred to as pocket money) with camp.

Additional Costs

There are some third party fees that are part of going to camp. These are paid to organisations like the US government and background check agencies as part of the J1 Visa requirements.
  • Criminal Background Check - $85
  • US Visa Application (MRV) Fee - $185 USD (Paid to USA Embassy)
  • Flights to the USA - Price Varies

For 3rd year returners

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Spread the cost in 4 payments

To make things easy for you, we’ve broken the payments down to four easy steps to make sure you get to camp this summer.
Deposit
$49
1st
$150
2nd
$150
3rd
$176

Are you ready for another epic summer in America?

Application Process

Apply online

As you’ve been with us to camp before, simply log in & all your information will carry over.

Certain areas of your application will only open as you progress through the stages, so keep up to date where you can.
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Pay your deposit

You'll know the next steps, but your deposit is key to getting the ball rolling.

We only have limited forms available for returners, so it's important to pay your deposit early to secure one.

Upload your camp contract

Let your Camp Directors know ASAP that you plan to head back to camp so they can send you your camp contract.

We need your camp contract before we can start your visa paperwork.

Get your visa

We’ll help to get your visa paperwork sorted and will order that all important DS-2019.

Although you’re returning, you’ll still need to head to the embassy as they like to issue paperwork in person.

Book your flight

This time around, you know where you're heading - so you’ll have access to the best flight deals. Wahoo!

Please note - the embassy recommends that you do not book your flight until you've had your visa approved.
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FAQs

Can I go with Camp Leaders if I used a different agency before?

Anyone who has been a camp counselor before is eligible. If you went to camp with another agency, you can still return with Camp Leaders. Please note, we only accept 3+ year returners who have previously travelled with Camp Leaders.

What should I expect returning to summer camp?

Higher wages! As your camp will not be paying an administration/placement fee to Camp Leaders, you are able to negotiate your pocket money directly with camp. You should be paid the same as any other American staff member. Boom!

Why are my fees in dollars?

Our returner fees are now paid in dollars internationally, this is to make the payment process more streamlined for participants and camps. If you have an American bank account or bank with Monzo, Wise etc, it may be more beneficial for you to make payment via this option.

Do you accept 3+ year returners from other agencies?

We do not accept 3+ year returners from other agencies as spaces for 3+ year returners are highly limited. You must have previously travelled with Camp Leaders.

Do I still need to attend the embassy in person?

If you have had a J1 visa in the past 3 years, you may be eligible to apply for a postal visa, meaning that you would not need to attend an in person embassy appointment.

Let's get you back to camp.

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