Pre-Departure Orientation
Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Office of Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:
- international travel procedures;
- in-country resources;
- health and safety resources and information;
- culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.
All students are encouraged to register with the prior to departure.
You can also review a wide variety of resources we鈥檝e pulled together for you on our 鈥Before You Go鈥 page.
Country Profile
You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the .
In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for for traveling to your destination(s).
If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center.