In order to make this trip available to as many students as possible, WorldStrides offers a number of financial option and opportunities for families to pay for their student's involvement in our trip to Washington, DC!
Payment Plan Options
WorldStrides offers flexible payment plans, including options that allow families to continue paying in monthly installments even after the trip has taken place. The Advantage Payment Plan is our most popular—it spreads payments over 15 months, making each installment more manageable.
Deadline to Enroll: October 31, 2026
Eligible Travel Dates: March 1 – September 30, 2027
How to Enroll: Parents should call Customer Service after registering
FLAG Financial Assistance
This is, hands down, their most impactful financial aid program! It’s incredibly easy to apply—families can even call before registering to check eligibility. Awards are based on family size and financial need, and funds are limited, so early action is key. Even families who registered in the spring are eligible to apply!
Eligibility: Families with an adjusted gross income up to $85,000
Application: Confidential and simple
Deadline: Funds expected to run out by October
Contact: Call Customer Service at 1-800-468-5899 to apply
Gift of Education Fundraising Program
WorldStrides's most successful fundraising tool—used by thousands of students to raise over $1 million annually! Best of all, 100% of donations go directly toward the student’s trip cost.
Features:
Personalized donation page
Email and social media sharing tools
Automated thank-you notes for donors
Funds returned to donors if participant cancels