The University of Texas at Austin
University Information
The Study Abroad team is guided by our commitment to promoting access to study, research, internships and experiential learning abroad. We are committed to reducing financial and academic barriers and to removing disparities amongst study abroad participants. We accomplish this by collaborating with the faculty and staff on our campus and partners throughout the world. Partnerships are the foundation of our success. Along with our academic colleagues and our affiliated partners, we are committed to providing pathways for students to participate in education abroad through curriculum integration, innovative programs, and targeted scholarship programs which serve students and the University.
Important Dates and Deadlines
October 1st - Spring Exchange/Affiliate Applications Due
November 1st - UT Maymester Faculty-Led Applications Due
December 1st - UT Summer Faculty-Led Applications Due
February 15th - Summer Exchange/Affiliate Applications Due
March 1st - Fall Exchange/Affiliate Applications Due
"I learned to be a more considerate and open person. There is so much kindness to spread! The language (Spanish) is so expressive and beautiful!"
Jane Rha The University of Texas at Austin
"I have a much better grasp on the Spanish language after 6 short weeks. This experience really made me fall in love with the Spanish language and Latin America in general - I can't wait to go back to Mexico. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned to have an open mind about culture and my language skills improved exponentially"
Kevin Vu The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned how they live in Oaxaca, Mexico. I learned how different their culture is. It was definititely worthwhile!"
Rhyan A Malachowski The University of Texas at Austin
"too much to describe. just try to immerse yourself in the culture as much as possible"
Jennifer Jin The University of Texas at Austin
"See different places, makes you think more about what you want to do with your life and possibilities as far as work, living, languages, places you want to see, etc. "
Connor Carter The University of Texas at Austin
"Aside from "gaining a different perspective" about the world, I was able to make a lot of memories in Seoul. For the first time, I learned what it was like to live far away from home and have to rely on myself more than ever, especially in a place that I didn't know the language. I had to teach myself to get by and I relied on m..."
Roger Ybarra The University of Texas at Austin
"I had to be more independent and a better problem solver, since I couldn't ask for help from my parents. I also learned to be more adaptable and adventurous; I traveled to so many places that I've never been before and stepped out of my comfort zone. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Open minded, accepting, personal growth, try new things, do things that you fear and conquer it!!!"
Hannah Hiler The University of Texas at Austin
"You learn a lot about the way the EU works. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"My language skills improved drastically, and I got to live abroad for an extended period of time, so it was definitely worthwhile."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I met people from all over the world and gained a greater appreciation for travel and other places in the world. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned a lot about taking responsibility for your work and Swedish culture."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained a lot of independence. I also learned a lot about a part of the world I knew little about. It was very worthwhile"
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I'd definitely say my experience was worthwhile. I met so many people from all over the world, many of which I will stay in touch with. I got to travel around Europe a LOT, and Copenhagen was a nice "home base" to do this from. I learned a lot about adjusting to living in foreign environments, how to travel intelligently, and in..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It was worthwhile. I got to reflect a lot on my experiences in Texas and became more proud of my home as a whole. I did a lot of solo travel which I learned that I really prefer to anything else. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It was definitely worthwhile. I gained more independence, awareness of reality, firmness, decisiveness, and confidence."
Rocio Zuniga The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained so much knowledge about myself and others while I was abroad and without a question, it was worthwhile. I could write a book to answer this question but I will stop here. Studying abroad in Copenhagen was one of the best life decisions I've ever made. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Learning how to become independent while still knowing when it's okay to ask for help. How to live more with less. Completely worthwhile!"
Anna Blankenship The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned how to be independent, make meals, travel alone, be alert, a be street smart"
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I came into this experience extremely broken. It was my first time away from home for such a long period of time, I had just had a break up, my mental health was a wreck. etc. I was terrified, super cold, and knew absolutely no one. But all of my fears were flipped. I made so many dear friends who I still keep in contact with. I..."
Annaliese Oliveira The University of Texas at Austin
"Being adaptable, how to make the most of opportunities.Traveled as much as I could."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It was definitely worthwhile. I have learned to explore more and step out of my comfort zone more often. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It was worthwhile because I learned just how much academics mean to me and how grateful I am for my university back home. It has also made me more mindful of different perspectives on politics, religion, the natural environment, and economic inequality. As a liberal arts student, these perspectives have been meaningful and hav..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I was able to grasp the fundamentals so I can further improve my language skills independently. Learning about local social issues, specifically migration issues, helped expand my own study on migration for my graduation work at my local university. I also learned more about local perspective on government and corruption. I gain..."
Lizbeth Mendoza The University of Texas at Austin
