Health and Safety
Studying abroad is an exciting and transformative experience. Like any form of travel, it comes with certain risks. At Loyola, the Office of Global and Community Engagement is committed to providing programs that put your health, safety, and overall well-being first.
All approved study abroad programs are thoroughly reviewed to meet the standards in risk management, student support, and emergency preparedness. This section of our website provides essential information to help you plan, stay safe, and access support, so you can focus on what matters most: learning, growing, and engaging with the world.
Safety abroad
Get tips, tools, and resources to help you stay healthy and secure while overseas.
Learn moreMedical insurance
Understand your CISI insurance coverage, including what’s included and how to access care abroad.
Learn moreAccommodations abroad
Learn how the Student Accessibility Center and program providers work together to support your needs while abroad.
Learn moreEmergencies abroad
Know what to do and who to contact in case of an emergency during your program.
Learn moreLoyola community standards
Review how Loyola’s student conduct policies and standards apply while studying abroad.
Learn moreIdentities abroad
Access identity-based resources to help you navigate new cultural contexts and feel supported in your experience.
Learn moreEmergency Information
If you're experiencing an emergency abroad, take the following steps:
- Contact local emergency services (the equivalent of 911 in your host country)
- Notify your in-country program director or advisor
- Reach out to your designated emergency contacts
- Contact Loyola Campus Safety (24/7): +1 (773) 508-SAFE (7233)
- Reach out to your resident/program director on-site
- Report lost or stolen travel documents (e.g., stolen passport report page)
Insurance Support
All Loyola study abroad participants are covered by Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI).
Cultural Insurance Services International
- Support Line: +1 (203) 399-5563
- Email: crisis@culturalinsurance.com
AXA Assistance (24/7 Emergency Help)
- U.S.: (855) 327-1411
- International (Call Collect): +1 (312) 935-1703
- Email: MEDASSIST-USA@axa-assistance.us*
* Phone number also located on the back of registered study abroad insurance card
Studying abroad is an exciting and transformative experience. Like any form of travel, it comes with certain risks. At Loyola, the Office of Global and Community Engagement is committed to providing programs that put your health, safety, and overall well-being first.
All approved study abroad programs are thoroughly reviewed to meet the standards in risk management, student support, and emergency preparedness. This section of our website provides essential information to help you plan, stay safe, and access support, so you can focus on what matters most: learning, growing, and engaging with the world.
Emergency Information
If you're experiencing an emergency abroad, take the following steps:
- Contact local emergency services (the equivalent of 911 in your host country)
- Notify your in-country program director or advisor
- Reach out to your designated emergency contacts
- Contact Loyola Campus Safety (24/7): +1 (773) 508-SAFE (7233)
- Reach out to your resident/program director on-site
- Report lost or stolen travel documents (e.g., stolen passport report page)
Insurance Support
All Loyola study abroad participants are covered by Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI).
Cultural Insurance Services International
- Support Line: +1 (203) 399-5563
- Email: crisis@culturalinsurance.com
AXA Assistance (24/7 Emergency Help)
- U.S.: (855) 327-1411
- International (Call Collect): +1 (312) 935-1703
- Email: MEDASSIST-USA@axa-assistance.us*
* Phone number also located on the back of registered study abroad insurance card