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Study Abroad Process (from the International Institute) *

Study abroad is one of the best ways to gain an in-depth experience of another country and culture. This may be especially true for your first experience living abroad, since study abroad programs typically provide a support structure for everything from academics to accommodations.

International Institute's Study Abroad Page

International Center *

The U-M International Center provides a variety of services to assist international students, scholars, faculty and staff at the University of Michigan, as well as U-M American students seeking opportunities to study, work, or travel abroad. For information about a specific U-M International Center service area, please contact us at 734.764.9310 or icenter@umich.edu.

Overseas Opportunities Office of the International Center *

The Overseas Opportunity Office, a unit of the U-M International Center, provides valuable resources to help prepare you for your study abroad experience. The office provides a one-stop resource for finding overseas educational opportunities, both curricular and co-curricular, houses an extensive library, and provides guidance by professional staff and student peer advisors experienced in studying and working abroad.

Office of International Programs *

The Office of International Programs (OIP) administers over 90 University of Michigan academic year and summer study abroad programs in countries throughout the world. It also serves as a resource for international study conditions, trends, and safety. All of the OIP programs award in-residence, not transfer, credit and students may use most UM awarded financial aid towards the cost of the program. The OIP is committed to help students find the most suitable study abroad program based on their needs and desires.

Departure Checklist for Study Abroad *

Preparing for study abroad requires proper planning to ensure a successful experience. There are important things to take of before you leave and after you arrive at your destination.

International Travel Information and Registry *

Faculty, staff, and students traveling outside the United States on University-related activities should consult the U-M Overseas Travel Guidelines and use the UM International Travel Registration Web Site. The Travel Registry helps facilitate communications in the event of emergency situations that may arise for those traveling outside the United States for activities related to the University, such as study, research, participation in sponsored projects or programs, or other business.

University of Michigan International Safety & Security Travel Policy *

This policy applies to all University faculty, staff and students traveling abroad. Individual schools and colleges, or other non-academic units, may have additional requirements and policies regarding international travel safety and security.

Travel Abroad Health Insurance *

University of Michigan makes this insurance plan available (and requires certain individuals to purchase it) in order to reduce the impact of health problems on study, work, volunteer and travel abroad. This plan is administered by HTH Worldwide, a leader in international travel health insurance. At UM-Ann Arbor and UM-Dearborn, undergraduates participating in UM Education Abroad (study/work/volunteer) programs that are organized by UM departments/units or for which in-residence UM credit is granted are required to buy the plan.