“Outside” Electives

Medical students may receive elective credit for international rotations at non-BUSM institutions/clinics. Electives must be at least four weeks in length. Before you search for a site, review the How to Set Up an IH Elective. When choosing a site, consider quality of teaching and safety issues before confirmation of commitment. The following resources will aid your search:

• IH Post-Experience Summaries (BUSM)
• Directory of IH Resources (BUSM)
• International Healthcare Opportunities Clearinghouse (UMass Medical School)
• AMSA International Health Opportunities Directory (search this database of IH opportunities by country, region, opportunity type)