Short-Term Study Abroad
The Study Abroad application process is quick and easy. Faculty-Led Study Abroad Programs provide a short, affordable and memorable connection with the world through our world-class faculty.
Approved Programs 2023-2024
Updated 05/09/2024
NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR MAY MINIMESTER
Students please note: the courses listed below provide a general idea of the curriculum offered on each program. EA works with faculty members to build course options necessary for the UTRGV "Stay on Track" policy. Please email the faculty leader of the program for information on other courses offered for each program.
Most study abroad program courses can be taken as electives for any major, and many prerequisites can be waived for these programs. Email the faculty leader if you have any questions about academic qualifications.
Location(s) | Professor(s) | Course(s) |
Amsterdam & Rotterdam, The Netherlands |
Marcel Fortuin marcel.fortuin@utrgv.edu |
HOST 3316 - Culture & Cuisine |
Seoul & Busan, |
Joo Jung joo.jung@utrgv.edu |
MGMT 4300 - Topics in Management: Project Management at Korea |
Seoul, Suwon, & Gyeongju, |
Mijin Oh-Villarreal mijin.ohvillarreal@utrgv.edu |
FORL 3311 - Conversational Korean |
Florence Santa Maria Tiberina, & Vatican City, |
Elena Macias elena.macias@utrgv.edu |
ARTS 4391 - Caravaggio Optics |
Panama City, Panama |
Maria Leonard |
MGMT 4300 - Applied Sustainability |
Montreux, Switzerland |
Deidra Johnson |
MARK 4370 - Topics in Marketing |
PLEASE REVIEW THE LIST TO SEE IF PROGRAMS ARE STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Students please note: the courses listed below provide a general idea of the curriculum offered on each program. EA works with faculty members to build course options necessary for the UTRGV "Stay on Track" policy. Please email the faculty leader of the program for information on other courses offered for each program.
Most study abroad program courses can be taken as electives for any major, and many prerequisites can be waived for these programs. Email the faculty leader if you have any questions about academic qualifications.
Location(s) | Professor(s) | Course(s) |
Jorge Vidal |
FINA 3380 - Introduction to Finance |
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Tim Wylie |
Computing and Philosophy in England |
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Reykjavik, Iceland |
Hafthor Erlingsson |
POLS 4361 - Inequality & the Welfare State BMED 3123 - Independent Research III LIMITED AVAILABILITY - ALL NEW APPLICATIONS WILL BE WAITLISTED |
Cuzco, Peru |
Robert Bradley |
ARTS 4388 / ARTS 6354 - The Inca and the Sacred Valley FULL - NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS |
Belfast, Ireland |
Brian Warren |
ARTS 4388 & 6354 |
Alexis Racelis alexis.racelis@utrgv.edu |
ENVR 4370 - Tropical Agroecology - Topics in Environmental Sciences |
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Florence, Rome, & Pisa, Italy |
Kaitlyn Serbin |
From Fibonacci to Florence: A Math Odyssey MATH 3326, MATH 6305, MATE 3313 |
Paris & Versailles, France |
Suzanne LaLonde |
French Studies in France FREN 2382, FREN 4339, FREN 3321, FREN 1312, FREN 2311, FREN 3211 |
PLEASE REVIEW THE LIST TO SEE IF PROGRAMS ARE STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Students please note: the courses listed below provide a general idea of the curriculum offered on each program. EA works with faculty members to build course options necessary for the UTRGV "Stay on Track" policy. Please email the faculty leader of the program for information on other courses offered for each program.
Most study abroad program courses can be taken as electives for any major, and many prerequisites can be waived for these programs. Email the faculty leader if you have any questions about academic qualifications.
Location(s) | Professor(s) | Course(s) |
William Strong william.strong@utrgv.edu |
COMM 3316/6322 - Culture and Communication
COMM 6329 - Independent Research COMM 4303 - Mexican Media (Special Topics Course)
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Rosalva Resendiz rosalva.resendiz@utrgv.edu |
CRIJ 4362 - Special Topics: Crime & Justice in Medieval Catalunya |
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Ping Xu |
ARTS 4388/6387 - Digital Cultural Narratives |
Plan early
It is never too early to start planning to study abroad. Vaqueros programs typically run in the Winter, Minimester, Summer I, and Summer II terms. Speak to an International Programs Specialist and with your Academic Advisor to begin planning your study abroad experience.
Benefits
There are many benefits to studying abroad and participating in a Vaqueros program.
- Led by UTRGV Faculty
- Affordable
- Typically 2 - 4 weeks total
- International experience is valued by employers
Questions? Explore our Study Abroad FAQs
Deadlines to Apply to Short-Term Study Abroad Programs 2023-2024
Please see the program list above for application links.
Winter: October 28, 2023
Minimester/Summer I/Summer II: April 2, 2024 @ 23:59 Central
UTRGV Study Abroad Scholarship:
Deadlines to apply for calendar year 2024:
Winter/Spring 2024: December 22, 2023
Minimester/Summer I/Summer II/Fall 2024 : March 20th, 2024 @ 23:59 Central
Student Requirements:
- Actively enrolled UTRGV student.
- Most programs are available for undergraduates, but there are some graduate level courses as well!
- If you're graduating before your semester abroad, please reach out to your academic advisor to discuss options, such as enrolling as a non-degree seeking student.
- 12 credits completed before the time of travel.
- Credits transferred into UTRGV and listed on your student profile will be accepted.
- Credits transferred into UTRGV and listed on your student profile will be accepted.
- In good academic standing
- Students with a GPA below 2 require faculty approval.
- Students must have a 2.5+ GPA for the Education Abroad Scholarship
- In possession of a passport that will be current during the entire time of travel, or in the process of applying for a new passport.
- Proof of passport application will be accepted in lieu of a passport copy during application period.
- Proof of passport application will be accepted in lieu of a passport copy during application period.
- Complete the necessary prerequisites of the specific course provided by the study abroad program.
- Most courses can be taken by any major as electives, and many prerequisites can be waived for study abroad programs.
- Reach out to the program faculty leader(s) for clarification on prerequisite courses.
- Please speak with your academic or financial aid advisor if you are concerned about UTRGV Stay on Track requirements.
Step 1: Study Abroad Begins with your Passport.
You Must Apply in Person if:
- You are applying for your first U.S. passport.
- Your previous U.S. passport was issued when you were under age 16.
- Your previous U.S. passport was lost, stolen, or damaged.
- Your previous U.S. passport was issued more than 15 years ago.
- Your name has changed and you are unable to document your name change.
Renew by Mail if Your Most Recent Passport:
- Is undamaged and can be submitted with your application.
- Was issued when you were age 16 or older.
- Was issued within the last 15 years.
- Was issued in the exact same name as your previous passport or you can legally document your name change with original or certified copy of your marriage certificate or the government-issued document.
Step 2: Study Abroad Application
- Applications will be processed through via-TRM
- Please see the program list above for links to applications
- You will be charged a non-refundable $125 application fee only when your application is approved AND your program actually meets its enrollment numbers and is approved. You will not be charged the application fee if your application is not approved OR your study abroad program is not approved due to low enrollments or other events.
Step 3: Approval
You will receive an automated message from via-TRM that your program application has been Approved! Your faculty leader will be in contact with you an your peers.
Step 4: Acknowledgement and Cost Commitment
Students approved for study abroad programs will acknowledge their financial responsibility to the program and their conduct as a representative of UTRGV abroad. Students will be required to complete an Acknowledgement Form in via TRM to be considered committed to their program of choice. The link to the Acknowledgement form will become available after your application is approved.
Please see our Global Affairs Refund Policy for more details.
Program costs and application fees will be applied to student accounts during the term of travel. Please see the UTRGV academic calendar for payment deadlines.
Students who need to withdraw from a program due to extenuating circumstances must complete a Education Abroad Program Fee Appeal Form within 4 weeks of withdrawal notification. Each request will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Step 5: International Student Travel Forms and On Call enrollment
Travel coordinators (faculty leads for programs) will work with students to complete a Release and Indemnification Agreement - International Travel and an Authorization for Student International Travel Form.
Please see the Dean of Students - Student Travel page for more information and review the Student International Travel Guidelines.
Students will need to fill out an On Call Enrollment Form and provide the following information to EA staff to enroll in On Call travel insurance:
- First Name / Last Name
- UTRGV Email Address
- Mobile Phone
- Destination Country(ies)
- Destination City(ies)
- Flight information to and from international destination
- Copy of passport with legible name, passport number, and expiration date for EA records
On Call travel insurance is available at no additional charge to students traveling on univeristy-sponsored programs. Information necessary for On Call enrollment is required to complete student travel forms. Please review the UT System On Call for information on plan IDs and coverage information at: Student International Travel Accident and Sickness Policy.
Step 6: Register for UTRGV course
See the UTRGV academic calendar for registration dates and deadlines. Faculty will register their courses for student enrollment.
Step 7: Pre-Departure Orientation
Faculty leaders will arrange pre-departure information sessions for students.
Step 8: Bon Voyage
Travel and explore with UTRGV!
Faculty-Led Study Abroad Proposals
Please see our Information for Faculty page.