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 a lot about different cultures and I was able to visit 10 countries in the 4 months I was there. I would not trade this experience for anything. "
kaylin.tabbah The University of Texas at Austin
"Language, knowledge, and some of the best friends I have ever met. "
Kathryn H The University of Texas at Austin
"An entirely new perspective of the world"
Lauren S The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned independence and more about myself. I now know that I can make friends with people from another culture. "
Megan M The University of Texas at Austin
"Entirely worth it, I just can't wait to get back. I understand myself better after challenging myself throughout my stay, am more confident from getting around on my own in a foreign environment and was able to put everything in perspective by leaving the US for a little while. The most important thing for me, in terms of my C..."
A B The University of Texas at Austin
"Studying abroad has made me want to travel the world. I realize now that there are so many place I want to go still, and I hope to one day have the opportunity to do so. It also has made me interested in teaching English abroad in another country if grad school doesn't work out for me next year. "
Allison P The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes. Anyone who has the change should study abroad."
Erin R The University of Texas at Austin
"Studying abroad was probably the best decision I made my entire college career. "
blairpark223 The University of Texas at Austin
"It was amazingly worthwhile. "
Raine C The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes, my study abroad experience was definitely worthwhile! This experience has strengthened my desire to continue learning Portuguese and pursuing academic pursuits in languages, because I see how useful learning languages really is."
Peter G The University of Texas at Austin
"This experience was life-changing. I have talked with my American friends that I made through my program while being back in the states and we have all talked about how we have changed. and it's not necessarily something you can put into words. But living in a foreign country is something that not many people get to do. And l..."
Taylor L The University of Texas at Austin
"I gained a deeper understanding of the African diaspora and my own ancestry. After learning about Ghanaian culture, I am more apt to believe that it is the country of my ancestors and plan to follow up on this belief by tracing my ancestral lineage. I am considering doing my final internship in Ghana, if a clinical social work..."
Jacqueline G The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes, it was very worthwhile."
Joseph G The University of Texas at Austin
"I studied Classics in school, so living in Rome for two months was a dream come true. I am doing my student teaching right now for Latin; therefore, I am able to share my pictures and experience with my students. Rome was everything I wanted it to be and more. Studying abroad is something everyone should do."
Kara K The University of Texas at Austin
"Made a ton of friends, improved my french a LOT, cultural experience. absolutely worth it."
siobhan.jones.ut The University of Texas at Austin
"My decision to travel was the best one I ever made, and studying abroad was a great medium for it. History books and guide books are no match for being right in the midst of a foreign culture. You notice that everything is at least subtly different if not drastically different. You realize what you like and dislike about your..."
Steven W The University of Texas at Austin
"I definitely feel I benefited from this study abroad experience. I came back a more indendent woman, and I think it really helped to prepare me for when I graduate college and am living on my own. "
Katelyn A The University of Texas at Austin
"Independence, Solo Traveling Skills, Language skills, Wonderful friendships. Yes absolutely worthwhile."
Bryson H The University of Texas at Austin
"Absolutely worthwhile, more worthwhile than I could have imagined. My understandings, my cultural outlook, etc. expanded greatly, but most importantly I made some lifelong friendships and had a great time along the way."
Trent J The University of Texas at Austin
"It was extremely worthwhile. I now have the confidence to live in a country with an unfamiliar language and culture. It's the most rewarding experience I've had in my life. The cliches are true."
Sheri A The University of Texas at Austin
"Yes."
Katie H The University of Texas at Austin
"Absolutely loved it. Suggest going abroad to everyone."
elizabeth m The University of Texas at Austin
"Completely worthwhile. I definitely became more independent and more willing to try different things that I wasn't used to. Had to manage my own finances and my time because no one was there to help me. "
Kelly H The University of Texas at Austin
"I learned about the world in general. Going abroad helped me learn so much about different cultures and different people. Going to Israel was amazing. I met such great people and learned a lot about the Middle Eastern Cultures. I felt like I was immersed in the Israeli culture. I liked my program because it was sort of a mix bet..."
A student The University of Texas at Austin
"It was definitely worthwhile. I loved how each city I visited was different. The French can be incredibly nice and wonderful if you show them you are making an effort to understand their culture. I saw so much history, and I had the most fun just wandering the streets without dealing with all the touristy attractions. I can'..."
Stacey C The University of Texas at Austin
