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
"Where do I start? First, I gained really awesome friends that I still keep in contact with today. It's crazy to think about how quickly connections were made with others despite being in a completely different country. While a little more personal, I gained insight on how Spanish life and linguistics differ from that of my own M..."
Maya M The University of Texas at Austin
"Besides the enriching academic knowledge I gained, my experience abroad taught me more about what I want out of life, how to get outside of my comfort zone, and how to improve my work-life balance. All of these lessons have been carried with me even beyond my experience abroad, and I would whole-heartedly say it was all worthwhi..."
Jackie C The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned how to make the most of my time in a new environment and to explore as much as I can when abroad. Whether it's connecting with locals or trying out new foods, I enjoyed learning about everything that I could in my day-to-day interactions."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"A new perspective of not taking things too seriously. There's always another way."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned how to be independent and how to adapt to a foreign country. I learned how to enjoy my own company and realize that I can enjoy traveling by myself. I also learned not to go into any situations with expectations, because regardless of if it's better or worse than you expected, it's never going to be what you thought it..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It was worthwhile to learn how to operate outside of normal support systems (academically and socially) in a vibrant city."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Figuring out all the travel and health restrictions while in a foreign country is complicated but not impossible during a global pandemic. If you are willing to put in the effort to overcome these barriers you are in for a one of a kind study abroad experience without all the chaos of tourists. "
Audrey Black The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned to value my friendships and relationships with people more and also the value of introspection and thinking and questioning everything. I would say that I'm more open-minded now and a more understanding person. Definitely worthwhile."
Kai Fleischman The University of Texas at Austin
"It was very worthwhile. I learned about other historic and contemporary legal systems, which expanded my thinking about helped put my understanding of US law into perspective. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned a lot about the Korean language and culture and got an opportunity to discover more about myself."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"nice to meet people from ll different backgrounds"
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Gained worldly exposure, learned from experts of humanitarian crises, had access to the UN European Headquarters in Geneva. Also was able to learn firsthand while living in a village in Morocco for a week - hands down a once in a lifetime experience!"
Shauna N The University of Texas at Austin
"You HAVE to advocate for yourself when something doesn't feel right for you. Even though my experience in the school was not the best, I learned that I will have to initiate conversation in order to get anything done. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"The most valuable thing I gained from this experience was a stronger identity and confidence in myself. Being an outsider in a country like Japan with so few foreigners definitely tested my ability to handle standing out, and I would say being forced to sink or swim did wonders for me. This won't be the case for everyone, it cer..."
Matthew Jackson The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned about British life, culture and academics. I also got to travel to 11 different countries while abroad."
John Allison The University of Texas at Austin
"Be more of myself and not try to rush in making friends. "
Reese C Brinkley The University of Texas at Austin
"It was definitely worthwhile! I gained a lot of perspective from meeting Danish and international students. I also loved the city of Copenhagen."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained a lot of new friends from all over the world that I'm definitely going to be staying in contact with. I was nervous that it wouldn't be worth it and that I would regret it, but that's not the case. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I made friends from all over the world, and traveled across SE Asia "
Kimberly Ortleb The University of Texas at Austin
"You learn a new culture and language, immerse yourself in things different than what you are used to."
Emman Fatima The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned that I need to be more proactive when it comes to studying abroad and traveling. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"i grew a lot as a person and made friends that will last a lifetime"
Alexis Booker The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned about everyday Korean life and the culture. It was worthwhile to see how millennials in another country hang out and what they do for fun."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Because the professors of the Chinese classes only taught in Chinese, I was forced to learn more words and gain confidence in using Chinese more often."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It was definitely worthwhile as I think living in a completely different environment for 6 months is quiet difficult if you are not a student. Learned that there are so many other experiences and areas that I did not not know about. I think experiencing different culture is very important because it really open oneself's spectru..."
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