Before You Leave

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Preparing to apply for opportunities abroad can be daunting. We've compiled resources to help you get organized.

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Visa Requirements

Before you leave, you must check the conditions in your destination country and know their visa requirements.

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Language Assessments

Some Host institutions may require you to complete a language exam to accurately determine your knowledge and proficiency. Check each Host institution to determine their requirements.

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To prevent health and safety-related issues, it's important that you keep yourself informed and take the proper precautions while you are abroad.

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Tools for Medical Students Abroad

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Find Participating Host Institutions

Find a complete listing of participating host institutions. 

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Find Participating Home Institutions

Find a complete listing of all participating home institutions. 

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Find Electives

Search for electives in the Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VSLO) application service.

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VSLO Specialty Away Rotation Guidance

Search a list of specialties to learn about away rotation guidance that can help inform and support your away rotation decisions.

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Explore URiM Opportunities for Visiting Students

Explore our regularly updated list of URiM student opportunities from institutions in various specialties and geographical regions.

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VSLO® Application Service: Student Training Videos

Please log in to view training modules for the VSLO® application service.

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VSLO® Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about VSLO? Check out these frequently asked about topics. 

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