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First Impressions First impressions are lasting. The observance of accepted social etiquette is a vital factor in the initial establishment of any sort of relationship and has been so since before the beginnings of...
Whether you are a STEP or LTEP student, you will need to consider the following in your Planning for Exchange: Outbound Candidate Training and Preparation Financial Considerations Financial Aid Application Budgeting for Exchange Travel...
An important part of a budget worksheet is where you can determine how you will pay for the program costs. Whether you’re using financial aid, scholarships, family contributions, or paying for the costs on...
Financial Considerations Rotary Clubs sponsor the Long Term program as a reasonably affordable way for students to experience an exchange year abroad. Each Host Rotary Club is expected to provide host families as well...
CISI Insurance Emergency Assistance – In a medical emergency or for 24/7 pre-departure medical, travel, and legal assistance: The following contact information is for CISI insurance participants who require emergency assistance. If you require...
Insurance While On Exchange Many insurance plans are not designed to cover students during a period of study in a foreign country. Rotary International has specific minimum requirements for their participants’ insurance coverage. Therefore,...
Independent Travel Your exchange year is not a vacation. There is NO traveling alone or with other exchange students/friends without an approved adult chaperone. Your priority is to get to know your host family,...
A FAMILY EXPERIENCE IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND UNDERSTANDING Student Application Process General Information Students are eligible for a short-term exchange any summer starting between their eighth grade and freshman year of high school to...
Passport Immediately upon acceptance into the program, you should apply for a Passport, if you don’t already have one. If you do have a valid passport, the expiration date must be no earlier than...