Health and Safety

Medical facilities in countries around the world are typically quite good. U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States, however, in which case, doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services.

For this reason, the University of Wisconsin System has mandated that all students going abroad on programs sponsored by universities in the state purchase CISI health insurance.  This insurance is included in the cost of all study abroad and exchange programs and you will receive a CISI insurance card from the study abroad office before departing for you experience abroad.  Information about filing a claim through CISI.

In some countries, foreign students on semester- and year-long programs are required to purchase additional health insurance.  If you are unsure about health insurance requirements in the country where you will be studying, check with your study abroad advisor.  You should also contact your study abroad advisor if you need  a full-time enrollment letter to maintain your current health insurance coverage.

Useful Links

• Norris Health Center: UWM's student health center.
• Consular Affairs Homepage: The U.S. Department of State homepage includes U.S. embassy and consulate contact information worldwide, travel warnings, and tips for travel to various regions.
• Canada Consular Affairs Homepage: Canadian equivalent of the U.S. Department of State. Helpful information about contemporary global events.
• UK Consular Affairs Homepage: British equivalent of the U.S. Department of State. Helpful information about contemporary global events.
• The Centers for Disease Control: Advice on health precautions for travelers by country.
• The Spire Project Country Profiles: Provides links to safety, health, economic, and general information for countries around the world.
• HTH Trip Cancellation Insurance: Be prepared for unexpected trip cancellations.