Health and Safety
Health and safety are a priority for your travels, learn more here.
First, check the State Department website for travel warnings for any countries where you are planning to travel.
Health Insurance
(Must be logged into Mines Link to access these forms)
Health Insurance is required for study abroad (BOR Policy 3:14). Go to our Mines link form above(login required) to begin the enrollment process and make arrangements with the Ivanhoe International Center.
- Faculty/Staff Insurance for Travel Abroad
- Student Insurance for Travel Abroad
Insurance Portal - Create an account and download the app after you receive your welcome email. The insurance portal is a great resource for you as you prepare to study abroad and while you are in your program.
The Health and Safety section of the
Global Scholar online course is REQUIRED for anyone who is planning to participate in a study abroad experience. Please contact the Ivanhoe International Center at
international@sdsmt.edu to register.
Emergency and Safety Resources
Emergency Contacts
CISI: Cultural Insurance Services International
South Dakota Mines Emergency page
Ivanhoe International Center
501 East Saint Joseph Street
Rapid City, SD 57701-3995
Telephone: (605) 394-6884
Fax: (605) 394-6883
Email:
international@sdsmt.edu