• Students will partner with representatives of the CCA/CPI Short-Term Mission Trip Teams on mission trips organized by the CCA/CPI.
• Mission trips are fully and appropriately authorized by the host country’s governmental/medical authority as attested by the sponsoring organization.
• Mission trips will be scheduled during CUKC’s Spring Break or trimester breaks.
• Most mission trips are generally one week in duration.
• Personal travel insurance may be required and will be the student’s responsibility.
• Vaccinations may be required.
• Students will be solely responsible for all costs related to and incurred while on a mission trip. Mission trips are not eligible for financial aid. The approximate cost for the trip is $945, plus airfare.

Space is limited. To be considered, you must meet all the eligibility requirements listed below.

• You must be in good standing with the University both academically and clinically.
• To provide patient care while on a mission trip, students must be in CLI 714 or higher.
• Students in lower trimesters, not yet enrolled in CLI 714, may also apply to participate but will only participate in an observational/humanitarian capacity.
• Complete a CUKC mission trip application and be approved by the University before obtaining authorization to attend a mission trip.
• Complete additional paperwork/application (as required) with the CCA or CPI**.

• Acknowledge that participation in a mission trip is entirely voluntary.
• Will act ethically and professionally, representing the University and the chiropractic profession with the highest of standards.
• Who participates in a mission trip will abide by the University attendance policy and acknowledge that any missed classroom or clinic time will not be excused.
• Will have arranged for appropriate care of their CUKC Health Center patients during their absence.

• The application process may include some or all of the following:
  • written application,
  • letter of intent,
  • clinical, administrative interview,
  • and clinician/faculty recommendation.
• Applications will be available through the Office of Campus and Alumni Relations and online.
• A committee will review all applications, and approved applications will be forwarded to the CCA/CPI Short-Term Mission Team for review.

• Students will not receive academic or clinical credit toward graduation for participation in a mission trip. However, this humanitarian experience will enrich you both personally and professionally.
• By completing and signing the application, students agree to personally accept all liability of any medical, personal injury, and/or commercial loss liabilities, thus agreeing to hold Cleveland University-Kansas City free of any such liability.

 *Students should be aware that the CCA is a faith-based organization, and they may have additional requirements above and beyond the CUKC eligibility requirements.

**Cleveland University-Kansas City’s authorization for a student to participate in an international mission trip with the CCA/CPI should not in any way be mistaken as an official endorsement of the CCA/CPI.