Pre-Travel Requirements
Things to consider when planning an international elective:
- International Electives may be taken in the Advanced Clinical Phase. When scheduling, students should consider the residency application requirements/timeline and specific graduation requirements. An OSA Dean can assist in identifying an ideal month for an international elective.
- Students can travel internationally in your free and/or open time for experience and not for credit.
- Read over the Clinical Scheduling prior to considering an international elective.
- Visit the UMB Global Hub International Travel page to initiate the UMB Student International Travel Request Process with the Center for Global Engagement. The Global Hub is a one-stop shop for personalized support with all international activities and engagement by UMB personnel and units. They will help you go over and complete any necessary steps or forms that are required to process your international elective registration.
- Global Scholar Program
SOM/OSA Requirements
UMSOM Off-Campus Elective Form
- Please visit the Extramural (Away) Rotations page to find the off-campus elective form to be completed and submitted.
Professional Liability Insurance
MMCIP will extend coverage to SOM-approved international rotations. Coverage is limited to suits that are brought within the US, it’s territories or Canada.
Strongly Encourage
Other Pre-travel Requirements
- U.S. citizens traveling or living overseas are encouraged to register with the U.S. Department of State's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program.
- Non-U.S. citizens should register with their country’s embassy in the destination country or countries.
- Any international student - if you have any questions about traveling or visas, please contact the Office of International Services.
Links for International Study
Office of Student Affairs
University of Maryland School of Medicine
685 W. Baltimore Street, Suite 150
Baltimore, MD 21201
410-706-7476
studentaffairs@som.umaryland.edu