Are You Ready? Let's See!
Circle YES if a statement is true, NO if it is not…yet. Then count your "yes" responses.
- YES NO: I have a passport and have made copies to leave at home and take with me.
- YES NO: I know how to say ‘thank you’ in my host country language.
- YES NO: I know the entry requirements to my host country for persons of my nationality.
- YES NO: I have spoken with a native of my host country.
- YES NO: I know what electrical current is standard in my host country.
- YES NO: I have read a magazine, newspaper or book from my host country in the last 3-6 months.
- YES NO: I can locate my host country and study site on the map.
- YES NO: I have had physical, dental and eye checkups in preparation for going abroad.
- YES NO: I have written prescriptions for my glasses and medications, and a supply for my entire stay.
- YES NO: I have researched news online from my host country in the last 3 months.
- YES NO: I know about pre-departure health recommendations for my host region from www.cdc.gov.
- YES NO: I know the type of government in my host country.
- YES NO: I know the exchange rate for my host country and have practiced converting amounts mentally.
- YES NO: I know how I’m going to take money overseas, and how to get emergency funds if necessary.
- YES NO: I can sing the national anthem of my host country.
- YES NO: I have made copies of all important documents to leave at home in case of loss or theft.
- YES NO: I know the predominant religion of my host country.
- YES NO: I can draw freehand a reasonable map of my host country and surrounding countries.
- YES NO: I know the time difference between my hometown and my study site.
- YES NO: I know how to call the US from my host country.
- YES NO: I know the name of the head of government of my host country.
- YES NO: I know how much a meal will cost in my host country.
- YES NO: I have visited Rhodes Express about the portability (or not) of my financial aid.
- YES NO: All my payments and forms for study abroad are in and up to date.
How many YES responses did you get?
20 or More:
You’re a regular Marco Polo! Have a great adventure studying abroad!
15-19:
Almost ready! You just need to polish a few globes before you go.
10-14:
You have more than just packing to do before departure…
Less than 10:
Are you sure you know where you're going? You've still got time to prepare - use it well!