Pre-Departure Expenses
From passports and visas to flights and insurance, understand the expenses you'll need to cover before departure.
Learn more about up-front study abroad costs
Prepare to Travel
Travel Documents and Logistics
Get your passport and visa, book flights, pack smartly, and prepare for your arrival at your destination.
Learn more about planning your travel
Prepare to Leave Campus
Handle your Northwestern housing, store your belongings, and set up your devices for international use.
Learn more about campus departure tasks
Learn About Your Destination
Research your destination's culture, academic environment, and what to expect in daily life abroad.
Learn more about your host country
Pre-Departure Checklists
To help you prepare for departure, the Global Learning Office has assembled essential information into checklists that guide you through different aspects of your study abroad planning.