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- Do I have to have a passport?
Yes, you are
required to have a valid passport.
- How do I apply for a passport?
You can find
passport applications and detailed information on how to apply on
the web page of the U.S. State Department. Generally,
post offices and sometimes courthouses serve as passport application
sites.
- Do I need a visa?
Yes, but to
expedite the process, you should submit your passport to the MBA
Office. We will then apply for visa for all the participants.
- Do I need any inoculation/shot?
Since the CDC
health advisory for traveling abroad changes from time to time, you
should contact your local Health Department for the most current
information.
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Do I need any kind medical insurance?
Contact your
current provider to see if you have adequate coverage. Otherwise,
look for an insurance company, such as; www.Insuremytrip.com for
comparative rates. FSU can also assists you with obtaining medical
insurance.
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How will the weather normally look like?
We will
travel to Beijing, Shanghai, and Hangzhou. The weather in Beijing is
similar to New York City, while in Shanghai and Hangzhou it is like
southeast North Carolina.
- What type of outfit do I need to take?
Casual outfit
for sightseeing tours. Business casual for the hospital and or
industrial visits
- Can I use my credit card in China?
Yes, you can
use your major credit cards in China
- Do I need to take traveler checks?
It is up to
you! However it is easier/costs less to convert cash to Chinese
currency.
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Does FSU provide any financial assistance?
FSU does not
provide any direct financial aid for this trip. However, students
who receive financial aid and enroll in BADM 603 or HCM 695 may be
eligible to use their funds for this trip. Contact the university’s
Financial Aid Office to find out about your eligibility.
- Does FSU have a payment plan?
No, all
scheduled payments must be paid in full by the due dates.
- In case I need to cancel my trip due to an
emergency, can I get travel insurance?
Yes, check
www.Insuremytrip.com for
comparative rates.
- If I withdraw, what kind of refund will I
receive?
There would
be no refund, unless you have purchased travel insurance.
- Can I still send in the application even
though I don’t have a passport yet?
Yes, but make
sure to send a copy of your passport when you do receive it.
- Can my application and deposit arrive
separately, or do they have to be sent together?
Application
materials may arrive separately and do not have to be sent together.
- Does FSU accept credit cards?
No, all
program fees must be paid by personal check, cashier’s check, or
money order
- Is the flight fare included in the price of
the program?
Yes, the
flights and all other transportation are included in the program
price.
- Will I be picked up at the airport upon
return from the trip?
Yes, airport
transfer is included for all students arriving on the specified
arrival date.
- Can I return home early?
Possibly, but
you may have to pay a premium for changing your ticket.
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