Study Abroad Resources

• Health Insurance: Ensure the coverage provided by your program is comprehensive. Consider purchasing additional travel insurance for added protection.
  • NSU's Student Health Insurance provides international health insurance coverage. 
• Immunizations: Check your destination country's immunization requirements and get the necessary vaccinations well in advance.
• Medical Check-up: Schedule a comprehensive physical exam to confirm your good health before departure.
• Prescriptions: Refill all prescriptions and bring copies for reference.
• Eyecare: Pack your glasses or contact lens prescription in case of emergencies.
• Food and Water Safety: Research water and food advisories for your destination to avoid illness.

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Travelers' Health
• U.S. Department of State: Your Health Abroad

Your safety is paramount when studying abroad. Before you depart, it's crucial to research your destination's safety conditions. Familiarize yourself with potential risks and take necessary precautions.

• Local Laws and Customs: Understand cultural differences and respect local laws.
• Personal Safety: Be aware of your surroundings, avoid isolated areas, and trust your instincts.
• Travel Advisories: Check the latest travel advisories from your government for your destination.
• Emergency Contacts: Know how to contact your country's embassy or consulate in case of an emergency.

• Death Abroad
• Driving and Road Safety Abroad
• Emergencies
• Help for U.S. Citizen Victims of Crime
• Overseas Security Advisory Council
• Traveler's Checklist
• Women Travelers

Gaining a deeper understanding of your host country is essential for a successful study abroad experience. Access these resources for useful information about the country you will visit.

• Country Reports-Cultural, Historical, Statistical
• Students Abroad
• U.S. Department of State-Bureau of Consular Affairs

A little language goes a long way in building connections and immersing yourself in a new culture. Start your language-learning journey with these resources.

• Babbel
• Busuu
• Duolingo
• Mango Languages
• The Live Lingua Project

Studying abroad is a chance to experience a whole new world, but it's important to remember that how people see you might be different there. Things like your gender, race, religion, or disabilities can be viewed in unexpected ways in other cultures. 

Familiarity with your host environment will facilitate a smoother transition and enable you to anticipate potential cultural nuances that may impact your experience abroad.

Leverage the knowledge and experiences of fellow NSU students. If you are considering a particular study abroad location, connect with current or former students who have studied there or have ties to the country.

• All Abroad: Diversity Resources
• Cultural Etiquette Around the World
• Rainbow SIG: LGBTQ+ Study Abroad Students
• U.S. Department of State: International Religious Freedom Reports

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• Banking Needs of Overseas Students
• Country Calling Codes
• Global Currency Conversions & Money Transfers
• Media Around the World
• Time and Date
• World Electric Guide