Health & Safety Abroad Category

Blog posts that deal with all matters of health and safety for international travelers and students.

How to transfer schools (community college or other US university)

February 14th, 2025 by Sarah McCawley

Many students transfer schools for various reasons— whether the school isn’t a great fit, they want a different program, they have changed their degree plans, or because of financial reasons. If you find yourself in a similar position, you might be wondering what the process of transferring is like and how to begin. As an […]

Developing a Budget While Studying Overseas

January 10th, 2025 by Sarah McCawley

Building a budget is a crucial step in preparing for travel. Doing so will assure that your financial situation allows you to study overseas and will lead you on a successful path so that you can enjoy your time there. Whether you are creating a budget sheet for personal financial clarity, to hold yourself to […]

What is a Deductible?

December 5th, 2024 by Debra Merritt

A deductible is the amount you will pay when you see a doctor or hospital before insurance will pay anypart of the visit. There are two different types of deductibles: Deductible per policy period: Once you have paid an amount equal to the deductible for medical bills (one or several that all add up to […]

Appealing a Denied Health Insurance Claim

November 15th, 2024 by Alexis Ponce

Dealing with uncovered medical expenses can be a very stressful experience that causes high levels of anxiety, especially for students and international travelers located far from home. For this reason, it’s important that you understand which are the options available to you if you disagree with your insurer’s decision to deny your claim. Appealing a […]

The Importance of Mental Health for International Students Abroad

October 8th, 2024 by Laura Chavez

Studying abroad can be an exhilarating experience, filled with new cultures, adventures, and personal growth. However, it also presents unique challenges that can significantly impact mental health. Here are five key reasons why prioritizing mental health is crucial for international students. 1. Cultural Adjustment and Homesickness Moving to a new country involves navigating unfamiliar customs, languages, […]

How stress shapes our world

September 30th, 2024 by Angela Perrilliat

It may seem like stress is a very modern problem but it has always been there, the difference is that in today’s world we are now extremely aware of it, mention it, and acknowledge it as an everyday part of our lives. Now, although humans can share the same stressful experiences and situations, how we […]

Peace of Mind for Travelers: Emergency Medical Evacuation and Repatriation of Remains Insurance

July 18th, 2024 by Joss Jimenez

Traveling the world opens doors to incredible experiences, but it also comes with inherent risks. Unexpected medical emergencies can happen anywhere, and the costs associated with them, especially in remote locations, can be astronomical. That’s where emergency medical evacuation and repatriation of remains insurance comes in. What is Emergency Medical Evacuation and Repatriation of Remains […]

10 travel packing hacks for your next adventure

March 8th, 2024 by Diego Guido

We might think that we all know how to pack, but believe me when I tell you that these hacks are going to make your life easier, whether you’re going on vacation, business or just for a short break, we want you to be organized to enjoy your trip! The rolling method is the biggest […]

Introducing the World Elite plan to ISI

November 1st, 2023 by Alexis Ponce

ISI is excited to announce that we’ve expanded our insurance options to cater to all different types of health insurance requirements and now, we will be introducing the World Elite plan, which is ACA-compliant and available for purchase for international students at select universities! The plan is available in three levels: World Elite Plus, World […]

Sick Abroad: My Experience Using My Patriot Travel Plan

March 16th, 2023 by Yessica Prato

As soon as countries in Asia started opening back up after COVID, I went into full planning mode. My husband and I had postponed our honeymoon yet another year because we wanted to maximize our time abroad without having to spend precious vacation days in a hotel room quarantining. Once January 2023 came around, we […]

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