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You must arrive by the designated start date and
time for your program. Remember to allow for time changes, connecting flights, weather,
and in-country transportation from the airport to the
program site. Be aware that in many cases travel may take
you one or two days to reach your destination. Before making
your travel arrangements, verify your program dates and
arrival instructions with your program sponsor. Be sure and
view the
Travel Resources for
information on travel agencies, rail passes, discount
flights, youth hostels and more! Some study abroad
programs offer an optional group flight which you may
purchase yourself using your travel stipend. These
flights leave from a designated city, so keep in mind that
if you choose to utilize the group flight you may need to
route your ticket from your hometown to the city of
departure. Be aware that this can be a more expensive
option than flying directly from your hometown to your
destination.
Your travel stipend has been established after consultation
with travel agencies and overseas programs and you will be
notified of the precise amount at Orientation. Travel
stipend checks will be available for you to retrieve from
the OSA two weeks following Orientation. Stipends are
not released until all Participation Forms have been
received.
Because airfares fluctuate and reservations fill quickly, it
is essential to make your travel arrangements early. Please
communicate with your program sponsor to assist you in planning. When booking your ticket,
it may also help to consider the following:
- Round-trip airfares are usually less expensive than
one-way fares.
- Change/cancellation fees and restrictions may vary
considerably between different types of tickets, such as
student tickets and regular-fare tickets.
- Tickets involving a stopover are usually more
expensive.
As you prepare to travel overseas, plan for high
security at airports and lengthy waiting times. Most airlines
advise that you arrive at the airport two to three hours
prior to an international flight. Pack carefully. Airlines
do not permit any sharp objects in carry-on bags. These
include such items as: scissors, tweezers, utility knives,
and razors. In addition, you may wish to contact airlines
directly about other recommendations related to packing
items like computers, cameras and electronic equipment.
Confirm your reservations before you depart. Airline
schedules fluctuate frequently and it is important that you stay
in touch with your travel agent or airline about any changes
that may occur.
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