Program Policies

Airfare costs and means of transportation to the host city is up to the student. Airport pick-up and drop-off at host city’s airport by a Panrimo coordinator of host university staff member is automatically provided by Panrimo. Please review when to arrive at the host city airport for Panrimo airport pickup.

Housing is included in your Panrimo program. Housing in the host country is decided by Panrimo and/or host university. The main focus is safety, followed by cleanliness, location to host university, and cost, among other aspects.

Housing placement is contingent on full payment of program invoice and agreement of housing rules. Some accommodations require deposit in case of damage, returned to the student after review of accommodations at the end of the program. Students may change housing after placement as been made, either before or after arrival, for a fee. All students are required to vacate housing no later than 12 PM, host country time, on the last day of the program. Student who do not vacate on or before then will be assessed a daily fee by Panrimo or host university.

Rules and regulations vary on host country and housing provider, and students must adhere to these rules and regulations. All students must sign a housing contract on or before arriving to accommodations abroad. The contract includes, but is not limited to, conduct and behavior rules, curfew times if applicable, admitting guests in, security, damages, and utility charges if applicable. If damage is found after students vacate, the student forfeits the housing deposit.

Panrimo staff will not assist students in finding independent housing outside of Panrimo’s offerings at any time. Extensive damage to accommodations may result in immediate dismissal of Panrimo Program, and all payments will be forfeited.

A valid passport is required for travel on all Panrimo Programs. Often stays over 90 days in host countries require a visa. If this is the case, a visa is required by Panrimo in order to go abroad. Assistance in applying for a visa is offered by Panrimo. Once abroad it is recommended students carry with them at all times a copy of their passport and visa (if applicable).

You, the student, are the participant. Whether it’s for a day, week, month, or year, time in a country not your own presents situations the participant are not used to. To properly prepare for these situations–and daily life abroad–you are responsible for learning and understanding important issues related to the safety, political, cultural, and religious conditions in the host country. You must adhere to local and country laws and law enforcement, the academic principles, faculty, and staff of the host institution, and discipline and restitution guidelines set forth by Panrimo.

When Panrimo receives your application and enrolls you, you agree to all of Panrimo’s policies. These policies and program details may change. It’s your responsibility to stay updated on these policies and information.

Responsibility

A participant who goes overseas needs to act responsibly. The best way to having a safe trip is to be responsible. The participant is held responsible for charges of all kinds due to damage caused by him/her, and will be billed for the damage or destruction immediately. The charge will be due immediately, or expulsion from Panrimo Program will occur.

Safety

In order for a study abroad experience to be safe, the participant needs to act in a responsible and cautious manner. It’s important for participants to be aware of their surroundings. Life abroad can be challenging, scary, stressful, and tiring. Enrolling in a Panrimo Program means the participant agrees to the Code of Conduct and understands the possible difficulties that will be felt emotionally and physically.

Drugs and Alcohol

There is to be no illicit drug use. Any illegal activity will be cause for a non-refundable dismissal from Panrimo’s program. Any alcohol consumption should be in a safe and responsible manner. Not only is it dangerous to consume high quantities of alcohol, it can also lead to irresponsible behavior.

Academics

All of Panrimo’s partner institutions require attendance. Excessive absence from your classes will result in either a failing grade, or dismissal from the class. Your courses and grades do count, so go to class and enjoy the city and country in the afternoons and on the weekends.

Arrival Guidelines

Airfare costs and means of transportation to the host city is up to the participant. Airport pickup at host city’s airport by a Panrimo coordinator of host university staff member is an optional service for most programs. Please review when to arrive at the host city airport if using Panrimo airport pickup. If this option is not chosen, the participant is responsible for his/her own transportation to accommodations.

Housing Policies

Housing in host country is decided by Panrimo and/or host university. The main consideration is safety, followed by cleanliness, location to host university, and cost, among other aspects.

Housing placement is contingent on full payment of program invoice and agreement of housing rules. Some accommodations require deposit in case of damage, returned to the participant after review of accommodations at the end of the program.

Participants may change housing after placement has been made, either before or after arrival, for a fee. All participants are required to vacate housing no later than 12 PM, host country time, on the last day of the program. Participants who do not vacate on or before then will be assessed a daily fee by Panrimo or host university.

Rules and regulations vary on host country and housing provider, and participants must adhere to these rules and regulations. All participants must sign a housing contract on or before arriving to accommodations abroad. The contract includes, but is not limited to, conduct and behavior rules, curfew times if applicable, admitting guests in, security, damages, and utility charges if applicable. If damage is found after participant vacates, the participant forfeits the housing deposit. Panrimo staff will not assist participant in finding independent housing outside of Panrimo’s offerings at any time. Extensive damage to accommodations may result in immediate dismissal of Panrimo Program, and all payments will be forfeited.

Passport and Visa

A valid passport is required for travel on all Panrimo Programs. Often stays over 90 days in host countries require a visa. If this is the case, a visa is required by Panrimo in order to go abroad. Assistance in applying for a visa is offered by Panrimo. Onsite, it is recommended participant carries at all times a copy of their passport and visa (if applicable).

Panrimo and Host University-Sponsored Activities

Cultural immersions and excursions vary by term and location. Participant may be responsible for meals during these events, and possibly entrance to buildings. No reimbursement for these items is allowed. It is expected that, during Panrimo-sponsored event, the Panrimo coordinator will lead participant during this time. It is the participant's responsibility to stay with the Panrimo coordinator at all times, unless “free time” is permitted. If a participant does not arrive on times or misses transportation on one of these activities or excursions, the participant forfeits any reimbursement for such activity or excursion.

Discipline

If the participant breaks any of Panrimo’s policies Panrimo can dismiss the participant from the program with no refund.

Governing Law

Each participant agrees to have been fully informed of the content on www.panrimo.com, and assumes all risks and the Hold Harmless Agreement and Waiver, and signs and agrees to the Code of Conduct and the Hold Harmless Agreement and Waiver by his/her own free will.

This Agreement shall be interpreted and construed according to, and governed by, the laws of the State of Michigan excluding any such laws that might direct the application of the laws of another jurisdiction. Prior to formal legal proceedings, both parties agree to conduct matters with an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) firm within Oakland County, Michigan. The federal or state courts located in Oakland County, Michigan shall have jurisdiction to hear any dispute under this Agreement after ADR has been fully attempted.

I agree to the Panrimo LLC Code of Conduct and fully and freely read and understand its guidelines and policies, and will adhere to all policies set forth by the host country, host university, and Panrimo. I understand not complying with any of these policies will result in potential immediate dismissal from the Panrimo Program, and no refund will be granted by Panrimo LLC.

Study Abroad Payment Policies:

Application Fee: $95 nonrefundable, payable within student’s Panrimo online dashboard.

Program Deposit: Once a student is accepted in the program (acceptance typically decided within five business days) there is a $400 non-refundable confirmation deposit that is applied to your total program fee, invoiced and due within 5 days after acceptance into the Panrimo program. This is to confirm the student’s participation and hold the student’s spot in their chosen program. Participation is not guaranteed until this confirmation deposit is paid. The confirmation deposit is payable by credit/debit card within student’s Panrimo online dashboard. Remaining Balance: Due on or before Final Payment Due Date.

Housing Deposit: If the student chooses a shared apartment there is a $450 refundable housing deposit. This is payable by check or credit/debit card, cashier’s check, or money order upon acceptance into their Panrimo Program, and cannot be paid by state or federal financial aid. This housing deposit will refunded minus housing damages, if applicable, within 45 days of end of set program date.

Intern Abroad Payment Policies:

Application Fee: $150 nonrefundable, payable within student’s Panrimo online dashboard.

Program Deposit: $400 due upon acceptance into the Panrimo program, payable with credit card (usually within 1 week of applying). This program deposit is meant to reserve your spot on a program, as they fill up quickly. This program desposit is refundable if not offered an internship after interview with a potential employer. There may be an interview with two different employers. This deposit is applied to the total program price. That's a good thing! It is not refundable if student leaves program on his/her own volition.

Remaining Balance: Due within five (5) days after placement into internship (i.e. when official offer letter is provided to you from Panrimo). A signed consortium agreement from student's financial aid office supersedes these due dates.

Housing Deposit: If the student chooses a shared apartment there is a $450 refundable housing deposit. This is payable by check or credit/debit card, cashier’s check, or money order upon acceptance into their Panrimo Program, and cannot be paid by state or federal financial aid. This housing deposit will refunded minus housing damages, if applicable, within 45 days of end of set program date.