On-Site Staff
In addition to utilizing the in-country staff and support networks at a particular program location, a CIS staff member will accompany the staff or faculty member(s) from your university to provide support and assistance for the duration of the program.
Pre-Departure & On-Site Orientation/Materials
CIS will supply pre-departure orientation information regarding the program and itinerary, culture shock, health and safety issues, travel advice, and more. Each participant will receive a comprehensive pre-departure packet with emergency contact numbers, country information, housing, and the information discussed in the orientations. Upon arrival, the group will also receive an on-site orientation to meet in-country staff, review the geographic location, cultural norms, and all other relevant program information.
Roundtrip Airfare
Group flights are arranged from the airport of choice. All groups must consist of a minimum of 10 participants traveling to/from the same gateway.
Housing
Your university selects the housing option best suited to your students based on program objectives, comfort, price range, and availability. Student accommodation is typically arranged in hotels, dormitories, or homestays. Faculty and staff are typically housed in an apartment or single accommodation hotel room. Non-traditional accommodation, such as a cruise ship, monastery, or campground for example, may be arranged upon request and as available.
Ground Transportation
All program-related ground transportation will be pre-arranged by CIS before arrival. CIS takes the group size into consideration when booking ground transportation by coach bus, trains, cruises & ferries, or otherwise.
Classroom/Facility Space
CIS will arrange classroom/facility space, Internet access, equipment rental, on-site lecturers and other amenities as requested and available.
Excursions
Tours and program-related excursions are frequently cited as the highlight of a program. Staff and faculty may request particular excursion sites or simply suggest particular dates or times for CIS to schedule a cultural, historical, or tour-based excursion. Entrance fees, special accommodation arrangements, and transportation to and from the excursions are pre-arranged.
Travel Insurance
Each participant will receive travel insurance and be issued proof of insurance prior to departure. Travel insurance provides coverage for baggage delays, passport replacement, and 24/7 travel assistance worldwide. In addition the university/college will be named on our liability insurance policy.
On-Campus Marketing Materials
CIS can create a promotional flyer and/or information packet for you to print and distribute in your office and on bulletin boards around campus.
Additional Inclusions
Additional inclusions may be added to the customized program itinerary. In the past, some universities choose to include tuition, a welcome or farewell dinner, additional meals, guest speakers, language training, and on-site cultural events as a part of the planned program itinerary. Inform your CIS representative of your particular requests.
Not Included in an IEP Customized Program
CIS does not issue credit for any customized programs, nor will we be able to recruit nationally for your institutions particular program. Additionally, all passport/visa expenses, airport taxes, tips and personal spending expenses are the sole responsibility of the participant.