Here are the basic required costs associated with the PiLA process. Note that fees paid to PiLA are non-refundable.
| Application fee | $100 (reductions available for students receiving financial aid) |
| International medical and emergency evacuation insurance | $600–$700, depending on the coverage selected |
| Visa-related costs | variable |
| International airfare | variable |
We encourage applicants to plan early for the expenses associated with a PiLA Fellowship, reaching out to their own universities and communities to learn about funding opportunities should they be placed with a PiLA partner. PiLA has limited funds to subsidize the cost of fees for fellows with demonstrated financial need.