Information for Parents - Student Safety
AIU Study Abroad is dedicated to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students pursuing college studies overseas. Our top priority is to keep students, faculty and parents informed of facts, as well as safety and security procedures that pertain to our programs in London and Paris.
AIU strongly encourages you to take responsibility for your safety while studying abroad. You will be subject to laws outside the jurisdiction of the United States while you are overseas. As a visitor, you will need to make yourself aware and respectful of local customs. We urge you to use common sense and good judgment while studying and traveling abroad, such as not walking alone at night, not drawing unnecessary attention to yourself and not engaging in high-risk activities.
While the AIU Study Abroad destinations are considered safe cities, the AIU staff acknowledges that no one is immune to danger or unexpected medical situations. You should immediately notify a member of the AIU Study Abroad staff if an emergency or medical situation arises. In addition, you should stay informed of current events and travel warnings published by the U.S. State Department. This information is currently available at http://travel.state.gov and by recorded phone message at 202-647-5225. Please also refer to the Travel Tips for Students area of that website.
In the event of an emergency, established procedures are in place. If an incident occurs, our London-based team will attempt to contact each student to determine their whereabouts and address any safety concerns. Students are encouraged to contact their families immediately. Telephone and computer facilities are made available for students’ use.
The Chicago-area based Study Abroad staff is in contact with parents to provide updates and support. The Campus Relations staff is in communication with schools to provide information on the well being of their students.
If you need more information regarding safety procedures or insurance, contact the AIU Study Abroad Program office:
PHONE: 1-800-255-6839
EMAIL: studyabroad@aiuniv.edu
To learn more about AIU, our degree programs or how to apply for admission, please contact us for more information.