Read and Complete Pre-Departure Materials
You are expected to read the information provided on the Health and Safety page of the SAO website. As it is crucial that you understand all pre-departure materials, SAO staff will answer any questions relating to them. You may also need to do the following depending on your program and destination:
- Complete program-specific pre-departure material;
- Apply for a visa; and/or
- Obtain recommended inoculations: As with visas, not all students will require inoculations. Please visit the CDC website for an outline of the required or recommended inoculations for your country or region.


