Small Group Travel
Small Group Travel programs are credit bearing, short-term academic experiences where one or more students are traveling internationally under the supervision of two Augusta University faculty and/or staff members. These programs include: (can you make each of these into boxes or something more visually appealing rather than bullet points?)
- Volunteer opportunities
- Service-learning projects
- Clinical or fieldwork
- Internships
- Special topics courses
While the Study Abroad Office provides support and oversight, faculty, staff, and students arrange and fund their own travel.
Contact Us
Study Abroad Office
Summerville Campus
Suite 251
Student Requirements
To participate in Small Group Travel, students must:
Be enrolled at Augusta University, with a GPA of 3.0
Be enrolled at Augusta University, with a GPA of 3.0Attend a mandatory planning meeting with the Study Abroad Office
Attend a mandatory planning meeting with the Study Abroad Office
Faculty Responsibilities
Faculty planning a Small Group Travel program must:
- Submit a Small Group Travel Program Proposal, Program Director Responsibilities Contract, proposed itinerary, and all syllabi (when applicable) at least 3 months prior to travel
- Receive approval from the Study Abroad Office, Vice Provost, and Provost of Augusta University
- Complete a Risk Management Workshop with the Study Abroad Director and a Pre-Travel Risk Assessment Form
- Purchase international travel insurance
*MCG faculty and staff must receive pre-approval from the Director of Global Health Initiatives.
Health, Safety, & Risk Management
We take student safety seriously. All Small Group Travel programs are reviewed for:
- Destination specific risks
- Government advisories (CDC/State Department/STEP)
- Emergency protocols and contact chains
Support and Oversight
Even though these programs are independently arranged:
- The Study Abroad Office reviews all proposals
- Faculty are trained in emergency response
- All travelers are covered by insurance and emergency support
- Our team is here to guide you!
Questions? Email the Study Abroad Office at studyabroad@augusta.edu
