| A study abroad program is going to take you to far | | | | 1 comfortable pair of sneakers |
| away places, so that means you'll be without the | | | | Toiletries |
| everyday things that are always within your reach. | | | | Most toiletries can be purchased overseas, so pack |
| So when you decide to pack you need to make sure | | | | only the name brand items that you think will be hard |
| you have the essentials that will make your study | | | | to get abroad. |
| abroad experience an enjoyable one. | | | | Comb/brush |
| The most important thing you can do is to pack the | | | | Toothbrush/toothpaste |
| bare minimum because you don't want to be hauling | | | | Lotion |
| around tons of luggage everywhere you go! And | | | | Deodorant |
| always label your luggage with your name, address | | | | Glasses/contact lenses (with contact solution and |
| and telephone number in case it gets lost. | | | | carry case) |
| Listed below are some general items to pack no | | | | Any personal medication |
| matter what location you visit. | | | | Shampoo/conditioner |
| Carry-On Luggage | | | | A small personal hairdryer |
| Always pack your most important items in your | | | | Towels |
| carry-on luggage so they won't get out of your sight! | | | | Miscellaneous |
| Your passport, VISA, travel itineraries and other | | | | There are always random items that you should bring |
| important documents | | | | that will help you when you explore your host country. |
| Travel guides and maps of your host country | | | | Sun glasses |
| Calling cards and your cell phone | | | | Umbrella |
| Any valuables such as jewelry, a laptop, credit cards, | | | | Travel alarm clock |
| check book, cash, iPod, traveler's checks, camera, etc. | | | | Journal |
| A change of clothes and a toothbrush (just in case | | | | Flashlight |
| your larger luggage gets lost) | | | | Bug spray |
| Clothing | | | | Extra batteries |
| The type of clothing you pack will depend largely on | | | | Language dictionary |
| the country that you visit, so dress accordingly. | | | | Personal sewing kit |
| 1 warm coat/jacket | | | | If you plan on making many day trips to places in your |
| 10 shirts (mixture of t-shirts, sweaters, blouses) | | | | host country then make sure that you bring a |
| 1 nice suit/dress outfit for special events | | | | good-sized backpack to fit all your necessary items in |
| 2 pairs of jeans | | | | it. |
| 2 pairs of shorts | | | | Also, if you know that you'll need school supplies, |
| 1 pair of sweat pants | | | | check first with your study abroad program to see if |
| 1 belt | | | | they provide supplies. That will be less paper and bulk |
| 1 bathing suit | | | | for you to carry as you travel. And the less that you |
| 10 pairs of socks and underwear | | | | pack the more time you will have to travel quickly to |
| 1 pair of dress shoes | | | | different destinations! |
| 1 pair of sandals/flip-flops | | | | |