Study abroad resources
If you or your family are looking for additional study abroad resources and support, check out the information below!
Safety and security resources
- STEP, U.S. Department of State. By registering for STEP, you will receive alerts from the nearest U.S. embassy about any health, weather, safety, and security concerns in the host country.
- Travel Advisories, U.S. Department of State. A Travel Advisory is a report that describes the risks and recommended precautions for U.S. citizens in a foreign destination. You should check the travel advisories for each country and region you will travel to.
- Lost or Stolen Passports Abroad, U.S. Department of State
- Arrest or Detention Abroad, U.S. Department of State
- U.S. Students Abroad, U.S. Department of State
- Women Travelers, U.S. Department of State
- Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Travelers, U.S. Department of State
- Travel and Airport Security, Advocates for Trans Equality
- Travel Safety: Race and Ethnicity, U.S. Department of State
- Accessibility Needs for Travelers, U.S. Department of State
- Traveling with a Disability, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- TSA Cares, Transportation Security Administration. The TSA Cares program provides information on modified security procedures aimed to help passengers with disabilities, medical conditions, and individuals needing additional assistance to better prepare for the security screening process.
Health and wellbeing resources
- Travelers¡¯ Health, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- EIIA emergency medical and travel insurance. This insurance is provided by Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø for all students participating in a sponsored study abroad program. Check the link above for benefits information and claim forms.
- TalkNow through TimelyCare. This 24/7 on-demand counseling service is provided free of charge to Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø students. Students must create an account before leaving this U.S. if they want to utilize the service abroad.
- Traveling Abroad with Medicine, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Traveling with a Chronic Condition, Johns Hopkins
Identity resources and support networks
- ILGA World Database. This database provides a snapshot of laws, human rights bodies, advocacy opportunities, and news related to sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and sex characteristics issues per country.
- Resources for LGBTQ+ Study Abroad Students, Rainbow SIG
- Mobility International USA (MIUSA). MIUSA empowers people with disabilities around the world to achieve their human rights through international exchange and international development.
- A World Awaits You, MIUSA
- Being You Abroad, IES Abroad
- My Identity Abroad, USAC
- Student Blogs, API
- Articles & Resources, BeGlobalii by DA Global
- Student Blogs, Joy Worldwide
- Study Abroad Articles, GoAbroad
- Study Abroad Articles and Guides, GoOverseas
- Scholar Journals, Fund for Education Abroad
Family and supporters resources
- EIIA emergency medical and travel insurance. This insurance is provided by Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø Å·ÖÞ±ÍøͶ_Å·ÖÞ±ÍâΧapp-Ͷע¹ÙÍø for all students participating in a sponsored study abroad program. EIIA can cover family members to travel overseas if their student is hospital confined, but these benefits must be preauthorized. Check the link above for more details.
- Apply for an Urgent/Emergency Travel Passport, U.S. Department of State. If you need to travel overseas to support your student in a medical emergency but you do not have a valid passport, you can apply for an urgent/emergency travel passport.
- A Practical Guide to Studying Abroad (For Parents), GoOverseas
- Supporting Your Student Abroad, Joy Worldwide
- Stages of Transition & 10 Re-Entry Challenges, IES Abroad