Immunizations

Vaccinations are not required for entry to China unless you have come from an area known to have reported cases of yellow fever or cholera. We recommend that you consult the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website http://wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/destinationChina.aspx and also talk with your doctor to determine which vaccines you need before going to China. You should also make sure that all of your regular immunizations are up to date. The CDC also operates an international traveler's hotline that provides up-to-date vaccination requirements for any region or country you select. The number is 1-(877) FYI-TRIP (394-8747).

Student Health Insurance

All students enrolled in an Alliance program automatically receive insurance through our health insurance provider. The Alliance's plan is offered through HTH Worldwide and underwritten by HM Life Insurance Company, Pittsburgh, PA.  The plan is effective throughout the duration of the participant's program. There is no deductible per injury or illness, and the maximum medical expenses of the policy for accident or sickness is $500,000. Additional information about the HTH Worldwide plan will be emailed to students upon acceptance to an Alliance program.

Note: Academic Year 2008-09 and Spring 2009 students are covered by a health and accident insurance policy through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). Details about that policy and claim forms are available at http://culturalinsurance.com/arcadia0041.

Student Information

Personalized information and support for participants about health care and prescription medication is available through "Well Prepared" at www.hthstudents.com. HTH Worldwide will send an e-mail to accepted Alliance students automatically. The e-mail will contain information about coverage, the individual ID number and certificate number with HTH. Students can then print an ID card and activate a "Well Prepared" profile.

Parent Information

HTH Worldwide also has a website which includes information for parents. Parents can go to www.hthparents.com and create a sign-in with their son's or daughter's e-mail address. Parent(s) have access to provider information and health and safety services. In order for a parent to have access to any personalized information on "Well Prepared," they must request access online from their son or daughter.

Travel/Personal Property Insurance

We strongly encourage you to obtain insurance against theft and/or damage to your personal effects for the period of time you will be abroad. The Alliance for Global Education does not provide insurance for your possessions

Questions?

Please contact Courtney Kenny, Alliance Program Coordinator, with any questions about insurance coverage, at 1-888-232-8379. Your Resident Director will also provide information during orientation about where to seek medical attention in Beijing, Shanghai, or Xi'an.