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.
- International Student Research Forum
  UNMC is one of the governing institutions for this annual showcase of world-class education and research.
- 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.
- 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

— Office of Global Engagement — Support Services — Get to Know UNMC and Omaha

Get to Know UNMC and Omaha

UNMC campus

We are pleased you have made the decision to join UNMC, a vibrant learning community with national rankings in primary care, nursing, physical therapy, physician assistant, and pharmacy. We welcome and support students and scholars from diverse nations and cultures. Your presence on our campus contributes to the rich tapestry of our students, faculty, and staff.

The resources below also will help you begin to learn about your new campus and city.

While it is a thriving metropolitan center, Omaha is quintessentially Midwestern. Residents enjoy the benefit of four seasons and find outdoor activities plentiful year-round. Located on the eastern border of Nebraska, near the Missouri River, Omaha is a center of creativity, business and philanthropy. This is where Fortune 500 companies, visionary nonprofits, award-winning arts and culture, and innovative start-ups flourish and attract a range of world-class talent — from entrepreneurs to artists.

UNMC resources

International Visitors Handbook

This handbook provides extensive information on what to know and expect before you come to Nebraska.

UNMC Division of Student Success

Student Success assists students with services that support academic success, student life, accessibility, safety and more.

Travel Health Insurance

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

UNMC Student Health

Student Health provides high quality routine health care for our students to help them gain the best possible experience while attending UNMC, including providing immunizations and annual screenings.

Student Housing

UNMC owns a variety of rental property units which are leased to full-time students, residents and fellows of the Medical Center.

Center for Healthy Living

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

Omaha resources

Learn about Omaha's history and find maps, frequently asked questions and a list of blogs about Omaha. Plus, links to the events, activities, restaurants and more that make up Omaha's lively scene.

Transportation Guide

Public transit in Omaha includes buses, a rapid bus transit service called ORBT, and a shared service for those with disabilities called MOBY. Learn about these, as well as routes and fares.

Nebraska Drivers Manuals

Find information for operating motor vehicles and motor cycles in Nebraska.

Learn about our four seasons, high and low temperatures and average rain and snow.