Financial Requirements
To issue a DS-2019, WVU is required to collect documentation demonstrating that the scholar has adequate financial resources for the entire duration of their stay.
Financial Documentation Requirements:
Documents should be in English or have an accompanying translation
Bank statements must be official and dated
All accounts/assets must be liquid and dated within the last six (6) months
Any letter of sponsorship must specify both the amount and duration of support.
Minimum Funding Per Month One Semester Total Cost
Scholar (J-1) $1,700 $6,800
Please note: The above estimates are conservative. Exchange Visitors should factor in individual financial requirements when making plans to come to WVU. Participants should expect to spend at least half of the total cost. WVCIP provides scholarships in the amount of $60 at the beginning of the semester. No other scholarships will be provided.
Insurance Requirements
U.S. federal regulations [22 CFR 62.14] require all exchange visitors and their dependents to carry certain insurance minimums for the duration of their stay. The plans purchased must meet or exceed the below requirements.
Benefit Minimum coverage
Medical Benefits $100,000
**Repatriation of remains $25,000
**Medical Evacuation $50,000
Deductible per accident or illness $500
**Please note: Most U.S. insurance policies do not cover repatriation of remains or medical evacuation. These may need to be added on as an additional coverage.
For more information please visit: https://isss.wvu.edu/info-for-departments/j-1-scholars-information-for-departments
ONLY WVCIP participants will be provided with a DS2019. Children/spouses/families will not be provided with the means to come with their participant on this program.