Insurance

All GCSU students who study or intern abroad are required by the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia - plus many foreign universities and governments - to carry additional insurance that covers medical evacuation, medical reunion, and repatriation of remains.  Insurance is included in the cost of all GCSU faculty-led study abroad programs.

• Because many third-party study or intern abroad programs often include the cost of this insurance as part of the program charge, students on such programs should check to see if insurance is included.

In the event that insurance must be purchased separately, the study abroad advisors in the International Education Center can assist with enrollment in the very affordable study abroad insurance program provided through Cultural Insurance Service International (CISI).

• The package provided to Georgia College by CISI includes the above mentioned coverage benefits with no deductible, a security rider to assist with evacuation in the event of natural or political calamity, and a helpful online portal to access information on doctors, claims and much more.
• Visit the CISI website for complete details.
  • Students obtaining entry visas for Spain: Once on the CISI webpage, note the special plan information for Spain.

Some students may also wish to purchase additional travel insurance to assist with the financial burden of delayed or cancelled flights, lost luggage, and family emergencies that result in cutting stay abroad short. For more information about travel insurance, please contact your local travel agent.