This page contains the terms and conditions for WorldStrides Custom Programs, a higher education study abroad provider. Rather than describing a specific program, this document outlines the contractual framework governing all custom study abroad experiences offered through WorldStrides' higher education division. The page details essential information for students and institutions considering study abroad opportunities through WorldStrides, including pricing structures, payment schedules, cancellation policies, health and insurance requirements, visa procedures, and participant responsibilities. Students using WorldStrides for custom programs should understand that pricing is quoted based on minimum participant numbers and exchange rates at the time of proposal, and is subject to adjustment for currency fluctuations, schedule changes, or unforeseen circumstances. The payment schedule is based on program departure dates, with non-refundable deposits required once a written agreement is confirmed. All participants must complete online registration through WorldStrides' secure platform, and the company provides insurance coverage including medical, dental, mental health, and emergency evacuation services. WorldStrides assists with visa procurement but ultimately places responsibility on participants to obtain necessary travel documents. The terms clarify that cancellation policies vary based on timing—cancellations within 76 days of departure result in 15% retention of ground service fees, while those within 31 days result in 100% retention. Participants are covered by independent insurance, though coverage applies only to on-tour incidents, and additional fees may apply for major medical situations or evacuations. The company reserves the right to modify programs for group well-being and changes in circumstances, and assumes no responsibility for participant actions during free time or for events beyond reasonable control including force majeure events. This framework applies to custom programs only and does not describe a particular destination, duration, or academic focus—rather, it establishes the legal and financial terms under which WorldStrides delivers customized study abroad experiences for higher education institutions and their students.