Resources, Handbooks and Forms
RESOURCES
STUDY ABROAD 101
- Frequently Asked Questions - Answers to commonly asked questions on issues such as selecting the right type of program, choosing the ideal program location and courses and credit.
- Benefits to Studying Abroad
- Studying Abroad: An Online Guide for Students in Health and Medicine
- Forum on Education Abroad Standards of Best Practice
- GLOSSARI - Global Learning Outcomes of Students Studying Abroad Research Initiative
- CASSIE - The Consortium for Analysis of Student Success through International Education
FINANCIAL AID
A successful study abroad experience requires careful planning and students should begin this planning early in the process. A reminder for students: “You CAN afford to study abroad!”
- Virtual Study Abroad & Financial Aid
- State and Federal Aid and Study Abroad
- Veterans Benefits for Education Abroad
- FinAid: The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid
SCHOLARSHIPS & FUNDRAISING
- Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program
- Fund for Education Abroad
- National/Program/Country-Specific scholarships
- International Education Financial Aid
- Rotary Youth Exchange
- Study Abroad Scholarships from StudyAbroad.com
- InternationalScholarships.com
- Study Portals Scholarship Finder
- 40 Fundraising Ideas for Study Abroad
- 46 Study Abroad Scholarships & Grants to Apply for in 2019
HEALTH, SAFETY AND WELL-BEING
Insurance: The University System of Georgia International Education office has negotiated a USG insurance policy for all study abroad participants. More information can be found here. Also, here:
Health and Safety: Living abroad means a new lifestyle and a new experience. Learn more about health and safety precautions necessary for travel abroad here. Also, here:
- Dealing With a Death Abroad
- Study Abroad Safety Tips
- CDC Study Abroad Health Needs and Vaccinations
- NAFSA Resources for Health and Safety in Education Abroad
- U.S. Department of State - Students Abroad
LEGAL & COMPLIANCE
Immigration and Governmental Policy Travel abroad requires compliance with government and immigration regulations and policies. Find information on visas, travel documents and travel warnings here.
Clery Information and Templates The following templates may be referenced but should be adjusted to your fit your institutional needs prior to using:
- Georgia_International_Programs_Clery_and_Title_IX
- Program_Report_for_International_Program_Coordinators
- Incident_Report_form_template
CULTURAL ADJUSTMENT
Prepare for the physical and emotional discomfort you may experience from being in another country. Learn more here.
Re-entry Resources
- Career Integration: Reviewing the Impact of Experience Abroad on Employment I
- Career Integration: Reviewing the Impact of Experience Abroad on Employment II