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Study Abroad - A Parent's Guide

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BBA International Programs Links Page
Browse UT-recommended links to a variety of travel and health information, including CIA World Factbook, Center for Disease Control, and other important sites.

UT C-GEO Parents Study Abroad Pages
The Center for Global Educational Opportunities at The University of Texas at Austin provides parents with a multitude of good resources and links.

Why Study Abroad?
This UT site provides useful information for parents and students throughout the study abroad experience.

Helicopter Parent Article
This article, written by a UT professor, illustrates the challenges presented by the constant presence of overly-involved parents.

Lincoln Commission
This website contains information on the Lincoln Commission that has passed through the US Legislature, recognizing the vital importance of studying abroad and encouraging more students to study abroad.
More information on the Lincoln Commission

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FERPA questions for parents

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See this PDF document for answers to common questions.