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 that I CAN adapt to new situations and cultures. It was completely worthwhile and amazing. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I strongly recommend study abroad! I was worried I would be homesick (I get homesick VERY easily) but I experienced a lot less homesickness than I anticipated. Don't be scared to study abroad."
Laura S The University of Texas at Austin
"I would like to work internationally for a period of time, whether in China or elsewhere."
Derek T The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned to be open, to go travel, love unconditionally, and learned that money doesn't make you happy in the end. This was the best decision I have ever made."
Chris W The University of Texas at Austin
"I made tons of friends from all over the country and the world. I got to immerse myself in Irish culture and see which stereotypes were true. I shattered some stereotypes of Texans, too. I came home with the desire to travel my own country and see the fun things it in too. It was definitely worthwhile and I wish I could go back."
Stephanie S The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained alot of friends abroad, and it's impacted me by giving me independence. I used to worry about my family too much to be away from them for very long, but now I know I can live anywhere and be okay without them around all the time. I could easily go back and live in Ireland."
Megan H The University of Texas at Austin
"DEFINITELY YES."
amanda n The University of Texas at Austin
"My experience made me want to travel and see other Latin American countries because every country has a different culture, which interests me. I also feel like going to other countries make you more humble because we're used to living in the US and learning about things only about the US, but foreign people know so much about th..."
Kathy T The University of Texas at Austin
"Of course. I came out of my shell and became more confident. my time abroad makes me want to change my community for the better at home. i want to fight for healthcare reform when i return in a few days. the health of americans is the basis of a prosperous community. "
Matthew T The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes. Living with a family is crucial."
Sarah D The University of Texas at Austin
"I became fluent in Spanish and learned about the Costa Rican culture. It was exactly what I wanted in a study abroad experience. It was everything and more that I imagined when I pictured myself studying abroad. The locals, not just the professors and our host families, were very welcoming of American students and wanted to h..."
Jenny P The University of Texas at Austin
"It was most definitely worth while. I learned how lucky we are to live in America where we have so much opportunity to follow our dreams. The culture there is so different, it was nice to learn to relax and appreciate what's around me; instead of hurrying around, (as is our habit in America). Mostly I learned that culture is a b..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"After seven months of immersing myself in the Spanish culture and three months of working towards this beautiful cause, I said a heartfelt “see you later” to those spontaneous strolls through my neighborhood, dinners with my host mom, afternoons at the park, and 9-2 shifts at Make-A-Wish Spain. It was difficult accepting the fac..."
Daniela R The University of Texas at Austin
"This experience is priceless. Every UT student needs to invest in an opportunity like this. This experience helped me grow academically and personally. It really helped me see the big picture in my life. I went to Asia alone and I had to learn to live on my own in a vastly different culture. Despite the large student population..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Extremely worthwhile."
Robert V The University of Texas at Austin
"While abroad, I learned to be more daring, independent, and open-minded. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"How to live somewhere completely foreign on my own, balance money, directions, cope with a conflict, travel, understand people different from me, sociology and how it is relevant everywhere, legal systems, family structure, how to use public transit; YES"
Patricia Bedsole The University of Texas at Austin
"My experience was amazing. This experience has opened my eyes to other cultures and has created an interest to learn and experience all that I can."
Stephanie B The University of Texas at Austin
"Learned to live like a european, and yes it was worthwhile. "
Esteban R The University of Texas at Austin
"Best experience ever. I learned about different cultures, people, ideals, etc. It has made me even more open-minded. I was never really outgoing, but I feel more comfortable with myself now. Study abroad is better than just traveling because you have an opportunity to create this life elsewhere with your peers, and you have to l..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I really improved my Spanish communication skills. This will help me in my future endeavors. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes, it was worth while. I made lifetime friends, became proficient in Japanese, ate delicious foods, saw beautiful sites and really dove into Japanese culture (maybe even more than the traditional foreign student)."
Shuan K The University of Texas at Austin
"An understanding of the way Japanese culture works, and an improvement in my own Japanese fluency. I would say it was very worthwhile. "
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"I can see the world in a whole new perspective now just by doing my study abroad there. It is really eye-opening to see people from all over the world and interact with them. "
gracie.cepeda.1 The University of Texas at Austin
"Traveling and learning about a culture and landscape that is totally unique, meeting nice people from around the world. "
Hazel O'Neil The University of Texas at Austin
