Participants are offered housing at Longwood Gardens free of charge. The dormitories are furnished and equipped with telephone, laundry facilities, a recreation area, a computer with internet access, and a fully equipped kitchen. Students usually have their own bedroom and share common rooms and are responsible for cooking, cleaning, landscape maintenance, personal items, and long distance telephone calls. Bed linens, towels, and washcloths are provided. A Housing Supervisor assists in the operation of the student housing.
Students receive a taxable stipend paid bi-weekly.
The stipend covers basic living expenses. The application lists the current amount of the stipend. Students pay a monthly fee for this insurance. Round trip transportation to and from the United States is the responsibility of the student. The bus and train stations nearest to Longwood are 12 miles away in Wilmington, Delaware.