St Olaf College complies with the best practices in the field of education abroad including those sanctioned by NAFSA: Association of International Educators and the Forum on Education Abroad. St Olaf is an active member of NAFSA and the Forum, including participating in conference presentations and leadership roles. St Olaf policy and practice follows and reflects all industry best practices/standards.
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Provides links country-specific study abroad information and study abroad tips & information - Study Abroad Health and Safety Report
This MN Office of Higher Education report is intended to provide the public with a more accurate understanding of the risks of studying abroad and reports study abroad health and safety incident data along with student participation data for all MN Institutions (including St. Olaf). This information is annually submitted to OHE by Minnesota postsecondary institutions whose students studied abroad in the prior academic year.
EIIA International Travel Insurance
All individuals traveling on behalf of St. Olaf, or as a participant in institution sponsored trips (i.e. off-campus study programs), outside of the United States or its Territories and Possessions are automatically included in this program’s protection. There is no additional registration required. Services and benefits outside of the United States include but are not limited to: Accidental Death & Dismemberment; Emergency medical care for a serious accident or sickness; Evacuation – Medical, Natural Disaster, and Security (Political Unrest); Lost or Stolen Baggage; Trip Cancellation and Interruption resulting from a serious accident or sickness.
Effective 7/1/2019:
EIIA Travel Insurance with EuropAssistance
Toll free in the US or Canada: +1 (855) 901-6712
Collect from outside of the US: +1 (240) 330-15551
Email: ops@europassistance-usa.com
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Travel Abroad Plan Summary
International Travel Insurance Program FAQs
Medical Reimbursement Claim Form
Trip Cancellation or Interruption Claim Form
Prior to 7/1/2019:
EIIA International Travel Insurance with SevenCorners:
SevenCorners EIIA-ID Card and Seven Corners EIIA Insurance Coverage Summary
Inside the US: +1 (844) 344-2360
Collect – from Overseas: +1 (317) 818-2097
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