Office of Global Engagement

- Programs Overview
- Student Exchange
  UNMC has established student exchange programs in research and several health care fields.
- Summer Physical Therapy Program
  A three-week online course for international students to learn about physical therapy in the U.S.
- Global Learning Overview
- Find a Program
  Opportunities to become more engaged in global health activities and learning are abundant at UNMC.
- Medical Spanish
  Immersion Spanish course are offered for UNMC residents, health care professionals, and community members, including a noncredit version for UNMC students.
- Pre-Departure Travel Support
  Find travel warnings and a timeline to help you stay on track for departure.
- Travel Financial Aid
  Find guidelines and assistance with applying for financial aid to fund international education experiences.
- Scholarships
  UNMC offers scholarships to support global health study abroad experiences.
- Support Services Overview
- Immigration and Visa Sponsorship
  Find information and services related to visa sponsorship and immigration status.
- Health Insurance
  Learn about required health insurance for international visitors to UNMC.
- International Visitors
  Learn the requirements for arranging for international visitors to UNMC.
- Get to Know UNMC
  Resources to help with the transition to UNMC and Omaha.
- Duration of Stay
  Find updates for the duration of status rule change.
- Partnerships Overview
- International Agreements
  Learn about types of agreements and assistance provided.
- Business Development
  Our business development team assists with partnerships and programming.
- Travel Overview
- Emergencies While Abroad
  Learn what to do in case of an emergency while traveling.
- Travel Requirements
  Learn the steps to submitting international travel requests and purchasing required travel insurance.
- Resources
  Find travel resources and a list of reminders for your trip.
News & Events

International Scholars

We are excited that you have chosen UNMC to enhance your academic and professional backgrounds.

The Office of Global Engagement serves as a key resource to the UNMC community of international scholars and their families. We provide professional expertise and support to the scholars from the time of their arrival to their departure. We also help scholars maintain their immigration status and provide information about Social Security Numbers, tax information, visa extensions, and changes/adjustments of status.

Immigration and Visa Sponsorship

Find information about the J-1, H-1B, O-1, TN and permanent residency statuses Travel Health Insurance

Travel Health Insurance

All international visitors much purchase health insurance for the duration of their stay at UNMC. Learn how to meet the requirements.

Center for Health Living

This on-campus fitness center in Omaha offers activities and services to encourage wellness among faculty, staff and students.

UNMC Employee Benefits

Several benefit options are available for international employees.

UNMC Housing

Check out the housing options on the UNMC campus.