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Non-Kalamazoo Students
Center for International Programs : WHAT TO PACK


Pre-Departure Inventory/Packing List
The CIP strongly recommends students talk with past participants, international students from the host country, and consult with the "K" guidebook information. In addition, students should check with their airline carrier regarding weight limits for baggage.

Essentials you must take with you

  • Passport
  • Credit Card and ATM Card
  • Tickets
  • Photocopies of all Documents, Prescriptions, etc.
  • Traveler’s Checks (if applicable)
  • This Handbook and your Cultural Guidebook (where available)
  • Traveler’s Check Counterfoils (carried separately from checks)
  • Prescription Medicines

Near essentials you might want to consider

  • Travel Insurance
  • Money Belt or Pouch
  • Local Currency
  • International Student Identity Card*

Other things to consider taking

  • Extra Contact Lenses, Solution, Glasses
  • Battery Alarm Clock
  • Dental Floss
  • Washcloth
  • Music
  • Good, All–purpose Waterproof Walking Shoes with Thick Soles
  • One Pair of Warm Pajamas
  • Camera, Film, Batteries
  • Sewing Kit
  • Swiss–Army Knife - pack in checked-bag
  • Fold–up Umbrella
  • Pictures of Your Family/Friends/Pets/House/ to share
  • Full Toilet Bag: Soap, Shampoo, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Shaving kit, Sanitary supplies, Condoms, etc.
  • Small First–aid Kit
  • Swim Suit
  • One Set of "Nice" Clothes
  • External hard drive or thumb drive
  • International Student Identity Card* (ISIC)

* The Center for International Programs recommends that students in most European programs purchase the International Student Identity Card. Non-cardholders may incur additional costs on some excursions. The card can be purchased through the Center for International Programs. You can pick up an application form in the Center for International Programs, and return it to us with a check made payable to Kalamazoo College in the amount specified. We will use one of your photographs for the card.