PARTICIPANTS
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UCEAP Travel Requirements
BeforeYouGoInfo Your first payment date is April 1, 2011. This is also the deadline to withdraw from the program without EAP financial penalty. Additional withdrawal fees may apply for some programs. Consult the Money Matters tab above for details.
BeforeYouGoBody Instructions:
Materials will be posted to this Participants page as they become available. Review all linked instructions in the Predeparture Checklist as soon as possible. Review each tab above and plan ahead to meet deadlines. Contact UCEAP Operations if you have any difficulties completing the Predeparture Checklist.
UCEAP Operations Contacts
Hugo Marquez, UCEAP Program Advisor: hmarquez@eap.ucop.eduJeanie O’Connell, UCEAP Program Specialist: jgoconnell@eap.ucop.eduPhone: (805) 893-5926 Mailing Address: UCEAP Systemwide Office—Australia immersion 6950 Hollister Avenue, Suite 200 Goleta, CA 93117-5823
PreDeparture Checklist | Item |
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Official UCEAP Guides
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Read both of these guides. Most of your questions will be answered here. |
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Now – throughout the end of your program |
Contact and Passport Information
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Online in MyEAP |
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Student Agreement and Waiver of Liability
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Online in MyEAP |
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May 2, 2011 |
Authorization for Medical or Surgical Consultation / Treatment
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UCEAP Systemwide Office |
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May 2, 2011 |
Request for Disability Accommodation Abroad (if applicable)
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UCEAP Systemwide Office |
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May 2, 2011 |
Requirements for Students Taking Dependents or Traveling Companions (if applicable)
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UCEAP Systemwide Office and online payment to ACI |
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May 2, 2011 |
UCEAP Health Clearance
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UCEAP Systemwide Office |
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U.S. citizens apply by 06/9/2011 - Non-U.S. citizens must check with the Australian Embassy for specific visa requirements |
Student Visa
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Online @ Australian Dept. of Immigration and Citizenship |
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Arrival Information |
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Money Matters
FinancesBody EAP Student Budgets and Payment Vouchers
Payment Instructions
Fees
Release of Financial Information (Parent Access)
Third Party Authorization/Restriction:
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Authorization
Insurance Information
InsuranceBody As a UCEAP participant you are automatically covered by UCEAP insurance anywhere in the world 14 days before the official start of the program and up to 31 days after the official end of the program.
See specific contact information and claim forms below.
Make sure you are covered by insurance before and after UCEAP.
READ AND UNDERSTAND IMPORTANT INSURANCE INFORMATION| Item |
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Important Summary of Insurance Plans and Deadlines
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Your departure date |
UCEAP Insurance Plan
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Contact Information
24/7 Travel and Emergency Assistance while abroad
For emergency travel assistance services including medical referrals: Europ Assistance Phone: 1+ (866) 451-7606 (inside the U.S.) Phone: (011-202) 828-5896 (collect calls outside the U.S.) E-mail: OPS@europassistance-usa.com
For online enrollment in extension or gap insurance
Claims
For all claim inquiries, contact: Administrative Concepts, Inc. (ACI) Phone: 1+ (888) 293-9229 (inside the U.S.) Phone: (011-610) 293-9229 (outside the U.S.) Fax: 1+ (610) 293-9299 Email: claims@visit-aci.com
Mail claims to: Administrative Concepts, Inc. 994 Old Eagle School Road, Suite 1005 Wayne, PA 19087
Claim Forms
Electronic Claims Submission It is a two-step process: 1) create an online account with ACI and submit a claim 2) Scan receipts, and other supporting documentation, and email them as an attachment to the ACI email: claims@visit-aci.com
Free online registration for online services with ACI claims
You will need the UCEAP policy number, which appears on your insurance card. The complete policy number should be entered, letters included, all capitals no dashes or spaces. The member ID requested is your UC ID number
After registration you can:
- File a claim
- Have immediate access to your information
- Contact ACI directly with questions
- Find out about your claim status
Contact for Gap, Extension, and Dependent Coverage
Alex Zeron, Mercer Health & Benefits 1166 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10036 Phone: +1 (212) 345-8910 Fax: +1 (212) 948-8320 E-mail: alex.zeron@mercer.com
Calendars
CalendarsInfo Program calendars are updated as dates become available. Do not make any travel arrangements until the dates for your program option are posted. If dates are unavailable, see the previous year's calendar for a general idea.
CalendarsBody Australia Universities The University of Adelaide Fall 2011 | Event |
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*The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an early arrival. Read the arrival information in your Adelaide offer letter thoroughly. Refer to this University of Adelaide web page for a more detailed semester calendar (see Semester 2). Check back for Semester 2 orientation dates. |
| *Last Day to Arrive in Adelaide |
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| Adelaide Orientation Begins |
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| Semester 2 |
July 25-November 19, 2011 |
Australia Universities The Australian National University Fall 2011 | Event |
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| *The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an early arrival. ANU recommends arrival between July 15-17. Read the arrival information in your ANU offer letter thoroughly. Refer to this ANU web page for a more detailed calendar (see Semester 2). Check the ANU Important Dates page for changes or updates. |
| *Last Day to Arrive at ANU |
July 17, 2011 |
| ANU International Orientation (mandatory) |
July 18, 2011 |
| Enrollment (mandatory) |
July 19-20, 2011 |
| Semester 2 |
July 25-November 26, 2011 |
Australia Universities La Trobe University Fall 2011 | Event |
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*The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an early arrival. Read the arrival information in your La Trobe offer letter thoroughly. Refer to this La Trobe web page for a more detailed calendar (see Semester 2).
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| *Last Day to Arrive at La Trobe University |
July 13, 2011 |
| International Welcome Festival Orientation (mandatory) |
July 14-19, 2011 |
| La Trobe General Orientation (recommended) |
July 18-22, 2011 |
| Semester 2 |
July 25-November 24, 2011 |
Australia Universities The University of Melbourne Fall 2011 | Event |
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*The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an earlier arrival. If attending the optional Melbourne Welcome, arrive at least one day prior. If not attending the Melbourne Welcome, you are advised to arrive a few days before the SAEX Exchange Enrolment Day. Read the arrival information in your Melbourne offer letter thoroughly. Refer to this University of Melbourne web page for a more detailed semester calendar (see Semester 2).
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| Melbourne Welcome (optional/additional costs involved) |
July 12-16, 2011 |
| *Last Day to Arrive at University of Melbourne |
July 18, 2011 |
| SAEX Student Exchange Enrollment Day (mandatory) |
July 19, 2011 |
| Orientation (mandatory) |
July 20-22, 2011 |
| Semester 2 |
July 25-November 25, 2011 |
Australia Universities Monash University Fall 2011 | Event |
Date |
*The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an earlier arrival. Read the arrival information in your Monash offer letter thoroughly. Refer to this Monash U. web page for a more detailed calendar (see Semester 2).
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| *Last Day to Arrive at Monash University |
July 11, 2011 |
| Monash Abroad Orientation (mandatory) |
July 12-15, 2011 (to be confirmed) |
| General Monash Orientation (recommended) |
July 18 -22, 2011 |
| Term II |
July 25-November 18, 2011 |
Australia Universities The University of New South Wales Fall 2011 | Event |
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*The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an earlier arrival. UNSW recommends arriving “one to two weeks” before the mandatory orientation. Read the arrival information in your UNSW offer letter thoroughly. Refer to this UNSW web page for a detailed semester calendar (see Semester 2).
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| *Last Day to Arrive at UNSW |
July 11, 2011 |
| UNSW Exchange Orientation (mandatory) |
July 12-13, 2011 |
| O’ Week (recommended) |
July 13-15, 2011 |
| Semester 2 |
July 18-November 15, 2011 |
Australia Universities The University of Queensland Fall 2011 | Event |
Date |
*The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an earlier arrival. Read the arrival information in your UQ offer letter thoroughly, including the information in the Study In Australia 2011 prospectus. Refer to this UQ web page for a more detailed semester calendar.
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| *Last Day to Arrive at UQ |
July 17, 2011 |
| Study Abroad and Exchange Orientation (mandatory) |
July 18, 2011 |
| General UQ Orientation (recommended) |
July 19-22, 2011 |
| Semester 2 |
July 25-November 19, 2011 |
Australia Universities Host Institution The University of Sydney Fall 2011 | Event |
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*The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an earlier arrival. Read the arrival information in your U. Sydney offer letter thoroughly. Refer to this University of Sydney web page for a more detailed semester calendar (see second semester) and check back periodically for the second semester orientation dates for exchange students.
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| *Last Day to Arrive in Sydney |
July 17, 2011 |
| Orientation for Exchange Students (mandatory) |
July 18-19, 2011 |
| Semester 2 |
July 25-November 19, 2011 |
Australia Universities The University of Western Australia Fall 2011 | Event |
Date |
*The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an earlier arrival. Read the arrival information in your UWA offer letter thoroughly. Refer to page 8-9 of the UWA Essential Guide for a more detailed semester calendar (see Semester 2).
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| *Last Day to arrive at UWA |
July 24, 2011 (tentative) |
| Orientation for Study Abroad and Exchange Students (mandatory) begins |
July 25, 2011 (tentative) |
| Semester 2 |
August 1-November 26, 2011 |
Australia Universities The University of Wollongong Fall 2011 | Event |
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| *The arrival date above is the last possible date to arrive. Many Australian universities recommend an earlier arrival. Read the arrival information in your Uni Wollongong offer letter thoroughly. Refer to this Wollongong web page for a more detailed semester calendar (see Spring session) and check back for new information about the Wollongong International Orientation. |
| *Last Day to Arrive at University of Wollongong |
July 18, 2011 |
| Orientation Week (mandatory) |
July 19-22, 2011 |
| Spring Session |
July 25-November 17, 2011 |
Policies and Contracts
PoliciesInfo
PoliciesBody This section contains policies that are important to you as a University of California Education Abroad Program student. While the selection of policies is not intended to be all-inclusive, this section describes many of your rights and responsibilities as an EAP student.
The following policies implement various provisions of the University of California Policies Applying to Campus Activities, Organizations, and Students issued by the President of the University effective October 2009.
Prior to UCEAP participation, you must log on to MyEAP to read, sign, and submit the Student Agreement and Waiver of Liability. These documents are your informed consent and contracts with UCEAP outlining your obligations as a participant and understanding of official UCEAP policies. Read the contracts and the following policies carefully before departure.
Official UCEAP Policies
Petitions
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Study List Petitions
Immersion - Australia Universities (Australia)
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