The Office of International Education and Global Initiatives (IEGI) encourages students with disabilities to participate in education abroad programs. Reasonable accommodations will be considered and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
As you finalize your program choice, please meet with your program advisor or email iegi@binghamton.edu to schedule an appointment to discuss your options as we work together with you and Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) towards a solution to determine reasonable accommodation for your term abroad. Please note that you must meet the standard eligibility requirements for your program of interest. Communication about your concerns, questions, and needs is key. We also encourage you to review the following resources, which may be helpful as you research and prepare to study abroad.
General Resources
- Mobility International USA (MIUSA)
- The mission of MIUSA is "to empower people with disabilities around the world to achieve their human rights through international exchange and international development." In addition to student stories, the MIUSA site is a launching point for advocacy and other resources.
- University of Massachusetts, Amberst
Student Tips and Experiences
- Deafness:
- My World Has Expanded, Sarah Beauchamp
- Food Allergies:
- Survival Kit: Studying Abroad with a Food Allergy, Emma Rattenborg
- 9 Tips for Studying Abroad and Traveling with a Food Allergy, Anna Egan
- Learning Disabilities:
- Accessing Information and Insight in the UK, Dwight Richardson Kelly
- Finding My Strength in Spain, Kristin Hoobler Morgan
- Visual Impairment:
- Into Unknown Territory, Kevin Cosgrove
Travel Resources
- Transport Security Authority (TSA):
- Disabilities and Medical Conditions lists information regarding what to expect when transiting airports within the United States.
- U.S. Department of State:
- Traveling with Disabilities
- Country Information provides country-specific information regarding accessibility in a program location of interest. Seach by country, then visit "Local Laws and Special Circumstances."
- U.S. Department of Transportation:
- Traveling with a Disability reviews aviation guidelines and passenger rights for traveling with a disability on an aircraft.
How Do I Get More Information?
- Review our Education Abroad FAQs
- Meet with an advisor during drop-in advising hours
- Email us at iegi@binghamton.edu for assistance
- Contact Binghamton University's Services for Students with Disabilities
Views expressed in links provided or in sub-links within the document do not necessarily reflect the views of the Office of International Education and Global Initiatives.