Prepare for Your Departure
Your program will start before you know it, so begin preparing now
You found a program, you applied, and you got in. Congrats! Now it’s time to prepare. Even if your program is months away, start getting ready now—some parts of the process (such as getting a passport) can take time. Begin the process by reviewing our Pre-Departure Handbook.
Attend a Pre-Departure Meeting
Come to a pre-departure meeting designed for students already accepted into a study abroad program. Learn about packing, safety abroad, and other traveling tips.
Sign up for a pre-departure meeting »
Make Logistical Preparations
Plan ahead and take care of required documents and processes, including:
- Passports and visas
- Banking and finances
- Cell phones and communication
- Preparing for your flight
- Packing
- Green Travel Guide
Adapt to a New Culture
Living in a new culture, even briefly, is always exciting and can be challenging sometimes, too.
Stay Healthy & Safe
IU works hard to help ensure you are healthy and safe abroad, but ultimately both are your responsibility. Research these topics, including: