Undergraduate Student
Undergraduate Student Travel Policies
GeoBlue Rebrands as BCBS Global Solutions
GeoBlue is now BlueCross BlueShield (BCBS) Global Solutions. While Northwestern’s international health insurance plans remain unchanged, you’ll notice updated branding on their app and member portal. For more information, visit International Health Insurance.
Office of Global Safety and Security
Our Mission
Supporting the health, safety and security of students, faculty and staff who travel abroad.
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Resources
Quick Links
International Travel Registry
Northwestern students traveling abroad on Northwestern-affiliated travel must register their trips in the International Travel Registry. Watch this 3 minute video tutorial designed to guide solo (independent) travelers through the process of disclosing university-sponsored international travel.
Emergency Contacts
- Find the 911 equivalent for your destination abroad documented by the U.S. Department of State.
- Go to Emergencies Abroad to determine next steps.
International Health Insurance
Northwestern works with GeoBlue to provide access to routine and emergency health care worldwide. Before traveling abroad, download the GeoBlue App and register for information on local hospitals, physicians, and pharmacies. For more information on the GeoBlue plan, go to GeoBlue for Students or GeoBlue for Employees.
Events and Trainings
The Office of Global Safety and Security (OGSS) provides regular training opportunities to support safe and healthy travel. Watch our new recorded video, Safe & Healthy Travel Abroad: Essentials for Travelers, and explore upcoming in-person employee trainings. Register today using the links on the OGSS Events page.
