Students are subject to UW-Madison’s “International Travel Policy” (International Travel Resources, Guidelines and Policies).
The policy has been devised to reflect the U.S. Department of State and CDC’s updated travel advisory systems. Under this policy, students are precluded from traveling to any location that remains under a U.S. Department of State Level 3 or Level 4 advisory, a CDC Travel Health Notice Level 3, and/or a CDC COVID-19 Travel Health Notice Level 4 or “unknown” characterization. The policy offers a process by which waivers can be requested if risks can be mitigated effectively.
See the “Policy” tab on this website for more information about the policy and waiver process.
U.S. DOS Worldwide Caution (8/2/2022)
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) updated its Worldwide Caution on August 2, 2022, to replace the previous 2019 version.
What You Should Know About Monkeypox
UW-Madison's University Health Services (UHS) will provide updates on the risk of monkeypox in Dane County every Monday.
Monkeypox
UHS provides more information on the monkeypox disease.
War in Ukraine Draws Concern, Action on Campus
Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the campus community is expressing its support for Ukrainian students and all those affected by the conflict. UW–Madison has reached out to its Ukrainian and Russian students on campus to offer support. Currently, no study abroad students are in either country.
International Travel | CDC
Read the CDC's most recently updated guidance on international travel.
UW-Madison Will Require CISI Enrollment for All University International Travel
Enrollment in UW-System's CISI international health, medical, and evacuation insurance will be required for all employee international travel on university business as of January 1, 2022 as an allowable expense. CISI enrollment is not available for personal travel. Read the memo from the UW-Madison Provost and the Interim Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration!
Responding to Recent Reports of Concern Affecting UW–Madison Students
UW–Madison works with local law enforcement agencies to investigate assaults near campus while providing support for concerned student communities. Read the university’s full statement.
Statement on Recent Anti-Semitic Incidents
A recent report from the Anti-Defamation League finds antisemitism has been on the rise. A number of concerning incidents have been reported at or near UW–Madison. Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Lori Reesor and Deputy Vice Chancellor for Diversity and Inclusion LaVar Charleston are working to support campus community members and prevent such incidents in the future. Read their full statement.
Safely Explore During the Pandemic with Virtual Tours!
COVID-19 Information and Resources
- CDC International Travel During COVID
- CDC Domestic Travel During COVID-19
- CDC COVID-19 Travel Recommendations by Destination
- COVID-19 Testing Required for U.S. Entry
- U.S. Passport Operations in Response to COVID-19
- U.S. DOS COVID-19 Traveler Information
- FAQs about COVID-19 Vaccination
- UW’s COVID-19 Response
Links, News and Public Messages
- UW–Madison is a 2020–2021 Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students
- UW-Madison International Travel Policy
- Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI)
- International Safety and Security Resources
- U.S. Passport Application Status Check
- U.S. Department of Transportation | Latest News
- U.S. DOS Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
- U.S. DOS Worldwide Caution, 8/2/2022
