Is Study Abroad Safe ?

TTU International Affairs continuously monitors security and safety-related conditions in all countries where Texas Tech has university-approved study abroad programs. International Affairs relies on multiple resources to gather information and make decisions regarding international safety and security. These resources include, but are not limited to, the U.S. Department of State (travel.state.gov and Overseas Security Advisory Council (OSAC)), NAFSA: Association of International Educators, The Forum on Education Abroad, and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Study Abroad Safety Processes for TTU students:

What if the security situation changes in a program location?

Should the security situation change in any location and a study abroad program is no longer viable for any reason, our priorities are the health and safety of students, faculty and staff as well as academic continuity. As such, TTU reserves the right to alter study abroad programs to ensure student, faculty and staff safety and so that the international experience can continue, even if it looks different than originally planned. Program alternations may include but are not limited to: change of program location, change of program dates, and/or shift to virtual or alternative programming. Programs may be cancelled if no other option can be safely provided.

In the event of an international crisis situation, Study Abroad staff are responsible for contacting or accounting for all students, staff, and faculty; responding to or referring concerned callers; collaborating with on-campus partners to assess the safety of the program location for continued program presence; and communicating this assessment to university leadership, faculty, students, and other stakeholders.

TTU Study Abroad cannot refund travel-related expenses. Students should refer to our withdrawal and refund policy to learn more about voluntary program withdrawal.

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