Resources

Students with a housing scholarship who are studying abroad must visit the financial aid office to go over financial aid requirements (scholarships, grants, loans, etc.), and how financial aid may be affected during and after studying abroad. Contact financial aid at [email protected] or (248) 370-2550.

Students living in University housing prior to studying abroad must contact the OU Housing Office to cancel the housing lease/contract Housing Contract, before their departure date. Housing lease cancellation is due November 30. Move out and key return to the Housing Office is due by the last day of finals. The Housing Office is located in Hamlin Hall, Room 448, [email protected], (248) 370-3570.

Students planning to move back into University Housing in the Fall or Winter after studying abroad must:

1. Apply for Housing
2. Sign-up for year-long Housing Contracts begins on February 1 at 8 a.m
3. Sign-up for winter Housing contracts opens November 1 at 8 a.m.

Winter Study Abroad students need to cancel their winter housing contracts. Students should contact university housing regarding any fees caused by contract cancellation.

Created for Students by Students

Standard Items
Passport, Student ID, plane tickets
Prescriptions, Vitamins 
Carry-on luggage, backpack, daypack/fanny pack
Flash drive, pens, pencils, notebooks
Folding umbrella
Water bottle
Purse, Money belt/satchels
Sunglasses

Money
Cash, credit cards, ATM card

Electronics
Laptop Computer, power converter
Headphones
Cell phone

Clothes
Bring clothes that are easily layered for various climate conditions, do not need ironing, can be drip-dried, and are comfortable and durable. Check your program for special dress requirements.
Jeans
Hoodie/Sweaters, Light jacket
Nice outfits – mix and match
Running shoes, Walking shoes, Flip flops (for showering)
Pajamas Socks/underwear – two-week supply
Swimsuit
Workout clothes

Linens
Pillowcase, hydro towel, sheet sleeping sack (useful for hostels travel)
Washcloths

Toiletries 
Hairbrush/comb, toothbrush
Deodorant/cologne
Razors
Hand sanitizer, travel-size Kleenex
Sunscreen
Glasses/contact lenses, contact lenses solution

Contact Abroad
Google Voice, What’s App, Facebook Messenger
Skype
Snapchat
Email

The following links will be helpful when planning your study abroad/away trip.

Preparation

• U.S. Passport Information
• Visa Requirements by Country
• SAFETI Student Handbook
• U.S. State Department "Students Abroad" site
• We Are Here - OU resource webpage
• How to Submit a Study Abroad Application video (Video transcription)

Health and Safety

• U.S. State Department Travel Tips
• Mental Health Resources

LGBTQIA+ Students Resources

• Passport - Change of Sex Markers
• Travelers with Special Considerations
• Sexual Orientation Maps - Laws 

Financial Aid

• Gilman Study Abroad Scholarship
• Currency Converter
• OU Financial Aid

Opportunities After Study Abroad

• International Volunteer HQ