>Teacher's Personal $$ Responsibilities

Teacher's Personal $$ Responsibilities:
- $50 Application fee for selected applicants only (excluding returning alumni teachers) to be submitted along with signed contract and release waiver.
- Domestic travel to and from the departure city in the US.
- Visa Application ($140 visa fee + Processing Fee) and/or passport application if you don't have one.
- Meals outside school on teaching days and during free time on the tours.
- Gifts for school officials, room teachers, and students.
- $120 Gratuity for tour guides, bus drivers, bellmen, and luggage delivery from the Chinese school to Beijing.  
- Transportation (bus, taxi, or subway) for personal needs.
- Additional costs for any flight changes ($200+) or hotels/tours for extended stay in China at the end of the program.
- Penalty ($350+) for canceling the international flight after it is confirmed due to any emergency.
- International Medical Insurance (Basic coverage costs around $120.00) if you are not covered by your health plan.