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WEC Trek

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spacer1x1Standards of Excellence in Short-term Mission
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How much do short-term trips cost?

All WEC Trek participants raise their own support. WEC Trek will help you by giving you tips on raising support.

The budgeted cost of your short-term trip will depend on its destination and length of stay. Individual Placement trips of one to three months usually range between $1200 and $5000.

Costs included in the budget:

  • Round-trip airfare from Philadelphia to overseas destination
  • Transportation on the field
  • Meals
  • Accommodations
  • Language learning
  • Project costs
  • Planned field trips
  • Registration
  • Orientation and debrief

Costs not included in the budget:

  • Travel from home to Philadelphia for orientation and travel from Philadelphia back home after debriefing
  • Inoculations and physical examinations
  • Overseas travel and medical insurance while on field
  • Passport and visa fees
  • Prayer letter expenses
  • Personal spending money

Any money you raise above your budget can be applied toward these expenses.