Study Abroad Pre-Departure Orientation

You ​ ​ change your courses after finalizing your Course Approval Form with SAP.​

• can
• cannot

Answer explanation

If you need to change into any classes that are not already approved on your course approval form, you can just email your study abroad adviser with the update (make sure to include the syllabus!). This applies even if the course is only for general elective credit.

What grade do you need to receive in order to receive Princeton credit from a study abroad course?

• Minimum C

• Minimum D

• No Grade, it's pass/fail

Answer explanation

To receive Princeton credit from a study abroad course, you need to achieve a minimum grade of D. This means that if you receive a failing grade, your course credit will not transfer over. Students must maintain good academic progress each semester in order to continue on at Princeton the next semester, this generally means 3 out of 4 courses must be passed.

In a month or two, a company offers you a summer internship that conflicts with the end-date of your program by two full weeks. It is reasonable to expect that you may leave the program early?

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Students must get approval from both Princeton and their host program in order to alter their official program dates.

It is advisable to have enough prescription medication for the entire duration of your semester abroad.

• True

• False

ISOS insurance will cover routine dental and medical care (e.g. annual check ups) while abroad.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Which of the following is NOT covered by ISOS?

• Medication for COVID or flu

• Physical therapy after an injury sustained shortly before departure

• Repatriation in case of severe illness

• Being injured while mountain climbing

ISOS​ cover lost, stolen, or damaged personal items (e.g., a laptop, camera, or luggage).

• will not
• will

Travel registration through Princeton's Enroll My Trip and the State Department Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is mandatory and needs to be completed before departing for your program.

• True

• False

What is a required safety tool by Princeton?

• A whistle

• A working cell phone

• Pepper spray

• A money belt

Answer explanation

Princeton policy requires that you have a phone with a working cellular plan, you cannot rely on just wifi.

Which of these could you do in an emergency?

• Secure your immediate safety

• Call the local emergency number (e.g., 911)

• Call your local program contact

• Contact ISOS

• Contact the Princeton Public Safety Emergency Number