While our staff is prepared to respond in the unlikely event of an emergency situation affecting several people, most emergencies are personal. It is more likely that students will need advice on finding the services of a good doctor, specialist or counselor, or help with emergency travel needs, and our staff is prepared to support them. Additionally, we keep in regular contact with students through on-going activities and in-person visits.
We encourage students to be proactive in maintaining good health. Discuss with your physician or care provider how any current or past conditions might be impacted by your study abroad plans, taking into account the local conditions and availability of care abroad. Our Care and Wellness Advisors are available to discuss any health concerns you may have before going abroad.
As part of the application process, all students complete a personal health and self-care form. On this form, students are asked to list current or past conditions or disabilities, including:
Providing this information will not jeopardize a student’s opportunity for acceptance into our programs. Early disclosure ensures our health, safety, and student affairs team can offer tailored advising regarding a program site's ability to meet your wellness needs and take action on support measures that require advanced planning. All information provided is kept as private as possible and does not affect a student’s acceptance into a program.
For students that take prescription medication for a chronic ailment, we strongly suggest you bring enough medication to last your entire stay. Understand that certain medications may not be available or legal in your host country. Additionally, some countries limit the amount of medication your can bring, or may require a license or declaration for import. Please speak with your Wellness Advisor regarding your medications.