Health and Safety
US Department of State Travel Advisories
The health and safety of GSU students and Program Directors abroad is a priority for Georgia State University.
We strive to provide students studying abroad with information about health and safety concerns that they may face while studying abroad.
The study abroad insurance with CISI is included in the cost of all faculty-led programs and is also required for students participating in exchange programs. Below are some FAQs about your international medical insurance coverage.
About CISI Coverage Plan
CISI Coverage Booklet - Contacts, Claim forms, FAQs, etc.
Mandatory Study Abroad Insurance
If students pay out-of-pocket for medical expenses while abroad, they should file a claim with the insurance when they return to the United States. Filing the claim can be done using this form: https://www.culturalinsurance.com/pdf/claim_form.pdf
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
GSU Health Clinic
GSU Counseling Center
24/7 phone number, even from abroad: 404-413-1640
GSU’s International Travel Policy
Access & Accommodations Center
Title IX Resources
Student Code of Conduct
US Department of State international travel information and US Embassy emergency line:
US Embassies and Consulates Around The World
https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/list-of-posts.html
US Department of State Study Abroad website
Association of International Road Travel
CDC Recommendations for International Travel
Health Clearance Form
Pre-departure Meeting
Emergency Pocket Brochure
Access and Accommodations on Study Abroad
Emergency Assistance Abroad
GSU Study Abroad Emergency Phone Number
US Department of State Emergency Phone Number
CISI Contact Information for Emergencies
Toll-free in the U.S.: (855) 327-1411
Outside of the U.S. (Call Collect): (312) 935-1703
Email: [email protected]
Questions you will be asked when opening a case:
- GSU’s policy number (listed on the insurance card received prior to departure)
- Caller’s/Participant’s first and last name
- Date(s) of birth for the participant(s) experiencing the emergency
- Contact details
- Type of service requested
- Brief Summary of Request/Incident
- Location where assistance is requested
More information from CISI insurance on emergencies can be found here: https://www.culturalinsurance.com/contact_emergency.asp
Incidents Abroad
US State Department Emergency
COVID-19 Guidance as of January 2022
Study Abroad Office
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Physical Address
Study Abroad Programs Office
International Center Dahlberg Hall, 3rd Floor
Atlanta, Georgia 30303