J-1 Student & Scholar Financial Requirements

As a J-1 Exchange Visitor, you must show proof of funding for your entire stay to receive your Form DS-2019. The university calculates estimated expenses each year, which is the standard amount all J-1 visitors must show.
Your actual expenses may differ from this estimated amount.

J-1 Incoming Partner Institution Exchange Student

After enrolling, applicable fees, such as housing and insurance, are added to your student account. Make sure to meet all payment deadlines. Please review the tuition and fees chart to get an idea of school costs. For more details about tuition and fees, please contact the Bursar’s Office.

Actual Expenses

Determined after you enroll
Can vary based on your personal living expenses
Paid through the Bursar’s Office

Estimated Expenses

A standard estimate, used for issuing immigration documents
Will not be adjusted for your individual situation, such as lower living expenses due to sharing housing.
The amount shown on your Form DS-2019, used for visa application

Undergraduate	Visa Type	Costs
Tuition and Mandatory Fees	J-1	Waived due to Partnership
Intl Student Fee	J-1	$125
Housing	J-1	$5355
Books and Supplies	J-1	$ 600
Transportation	J-1	$ 630
Miscellaneous	J-1	$ 1850
Health Insurance	J-1	$ 1,500
TOTAL per semester		$10,010

Adequate funding is US$2500 per month for the duration of your stay.

J-1 Exchange Visitor Scholar/Researcher/Professor

To participate in the Exchange Visitor Program at UTRGV, you must have at least $2,500 per month. An extra $500 per month is also required for each dependent accompanying you.

For instance, a six-month stay with a spouse means you will need to upload evidence of a minimum of $18,000.

International Student Services Division of Strategic Enrollment and Student Affairs