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Peace Corps

Peace Corps (U.S. federal agency)

Pays you

$10,000 total

$10,000 pre-tax readjustment allowance paid at completion of a standard 27-month term. Volunteers also receive an in-country monthly living allowance (food/transport/incidentals) that varies by country and isn't published as one USD figure; housing is separately provided.

27-month international service program (3 months training plus 24 months service) open to U.S. citizens 18 and older. Volunteers receive a country-specific living allowance, full housing, medical/dental care, and a $10,000 readjustment allowance upon completion.

Term
27 mo
Housing
Provided
Airfare
Covered
Age
18+
Citizenship
U.S. citizen

Deadlines

  • rollingrolling

    Rolling admissions; applicants typically apply 9-12 months before a desired departure date

    Rolling / no fixed deadline

Verified 8/26/2026 · www.peacecorps.gov