Study abroad programs offer students from institutions of higher education (IHEs) and schools--public and nonpublic--a unique opportunity to expand and enrich their education experience, and to develop skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in today's global workforce. Similar to those being educated in the United States, individuals studying abroad may encounter emergency situations both small and large. Preparing and planning for emergencies abroad does not have to be difficult. In developing emergency procedures for an international setting, planning teams may find many aspects are similar to their existing plans for emergencies in the United States. This fact sheet presents a planning process and a list of key resources.