Long-Term Study Abroad
Long-term (individual) Study Abroad Programs (SAP) are opportunities for students to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. An Education Abroad team member helps the student choose a SAP in a foreign institution that is best suited and beneficial for the student's academic needs.
Current Exchange Programs with Foreign Partner Universities
Fall 2026 Programs
Universidad Privada Boliviana - Bolivia
- Application Deadline:
- Thursday, April 23rd 2026
- Interview Deadline:
- Friday. April 17th 2026
- *Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
- Eligible Student Levels:
- Undergraduate and Graduate students
- Program Resources:
University of Applied Sciences for Management and Communication - Vienna, Austria
- Application Deadline:
- Wednesday, April 8th 2026
- Interview Deadline:
- Wednesday, April 1st 2026
- *Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
- Eligible Student Levels:
- Undergraduate students
- Program Resources:
Audencia Business School - France
- Application Deadline:
- Friday, April 3rd 2026
- Interview Deadline:
- Friday, March 27th 2026
- *Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
- Eligible Student Levels:
- Undergraduate and Graduate students
- Program Resources:
NEOMA Business School - France
- Application Deadline:
- Friday, April 10th 2026
- Interview Deadline:
- Friday. April 3rd 2026
- *Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
- Eligible Student Levels:
- Undergraduate and Graduate students
- Program Resources:
Universitat Autonoma Barcelona - Spain
- Application Deadline:
- Friday, April 24th 2026
- Interview Deadline:
- Friday. April 17th 2026
- *Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
- Eligible Student Levels:
- Undergraduate and Graduate students
- Program Resources:
- Undergraduate Fact Sheet
- Graduate Fact Sheet
- 8 spots allocated for UTRGV students per academic year - one spot per semester per student
- Please note that UTRGV students can only take a maximum of 2 ARTS classes per semester.
- The Spain Consulate has strict requirements for student visa insurance. UTRGV On Call travel covers part of the necessary coverage, but students will need to purchase additional coverage for visa purposes. The Spain Consulate can direct students towards a recommended Spanish company to cover the difference: Study Visa - Spain Consulate
Universidad Autónoma de Madrid - Spain
- Application Deadline:
- Thursday, April 23rd 2026
- Interview Deadline:
- Friday. April 17th 2026
- *Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
- Eligible Student Levels:
- Undergraduate students
- Program Resources:
- Undergraduate Fact Sheet
- 2 spots allocated for UTRGV students per academic year
- Accepting students from the follwong faculties:
- Faculty of Teacher Training and Education
- Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Faculty of Economics and Business studies
- School of Computer Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Sciences
Soonchunhyang University - Asan, South Korea
- Application Deadline:
- Friday, April 24th 2026
- Interview Deadline:
- Friday. April 17th 2026
- *Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
- Eligible Student Levels:
- Undergraduate students
- Program Resources:
Pusan National University - Pusan, South Korea
- Application Deadline:
- Friday, April 13th 2026
- Interview Deadline:
- Friday. April 6th 2026
- *Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
- Eligible Student Levels:
- Undergraduate students
- Program Resources:
Universidade de São Paulo - Brazil
- Application Deadline:
- Friday, April 24th 2026
- Interview Deadline:
- Friday. April 17th 2026
- *Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
- Eligible Student Levels:
- Undergraduate and Graduate students
- Program Resources:
- Undergraduate Fact Sheet
- Graduate Fact Sheet
- 2 spots available for UTRGV students per semester OR 4 spots available for UTRGV students per year
- University of São Paulo website
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Step 1: Meet with and Education Abroad (EA) Advisor
- Schedule an appointment with EA to review application packet and select the location of Study Abroad.
- Education Abroad is not available for in-person appointments currently.
Please see our Bookings page for Long-Term Study Abroad to schedule a Teams meeting with EA staff.
Step 2: Complete Via TRM Application and Interview
- Submit a complete application with the required documents online.
- Copy of passport
- Application essay - limit 1000 words
- Unofficial transcripts
- Long-Term Study Abroad applicants are required to complete a mandatory interview with the Education Abroad Office after submitting a complete application.
- Eligible applicants will be contacted directly to schedule their interview date and time.
Step 3: Acknowledgement Form
- All students participating in UTRGV study abroad programs must complete an Acknowledgement Form for code of conduct, harassment and discrimination, customs, and financial responsibility.
- This form will become available on the traveler's via-TRM profile under their Long-term study abroad application after it is approved.
- Students will have a NON-REFUNDABLE $125 application fee applied to their student account.
Step 4: UTRGV Travel and Credit Transfer Forms
- All students participating in international travel must complete an International Student Travel Authorization Form and a Release & Indemnification Agreement before travel. See the Dean of Students Travel page for more information.
- Students planning to transfer credits earned abroad back to UTRGV must complete a Transfer Credit Evaluation Form. An Education Abroad team member will provide guidance on this process once the student has been nominated, accepted by the host institution, and officially approved for their Long-Term Study Abroad program.
- Official transcripts from the partner university must be submitted to the Education Abroad Office upon completion of the program. Students are responsible for ensuring the transcript remains in a sealed envelope until it is delivered. Transcripts that have been opened may not be accepted as official. The Education Abroad Office will forward official transcripts to the UTRGV Registrar’s Office for processing.
Step 5: Follow directions from your EA Advisor for required documentation
- Each foreign university has its own paperwork and process.
- Please refer to the Fact Sheet provided by the specific university for more information.
Step 6: On Call Enrollment
- On Call International insurance services are available at no cost to individuals on official university business.
- Students traveling to locations that require higher levels of coverage than what is provided in the UT Student Policy are responsible for paying for their own insurance requirements.
- Students will still be enrolled in On Call for services and coverage.
Step 7: Pre Departure
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Attend orientation and pre-departure meeting.
Student Eligibility Requirements
To participate in a Long-Term Study Abroad program, students must meet the following requirements:
- Be an actively enrolled UTRGV student.
- Most programs are available to undergraduate students.
- Some partner universities may also accept graduate (master’s) students.
- If your graduation date is during or immediately following your semester abroad, you must speak with an Education Abroad team member and your academic advisor prior to applying.
- Have completed at least 24 credit hours prior to the time of travel.
- Transfer credits accepted by UTRGV and reflected on your student record may count toward this requirement.
- Meet the following minimum GPA requirements:
- Undergraduate Students: 2.5 or higher
- Students with a GPA below 2.5 may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Business Students: 3.0 or higher
- Graduate Students: 3.0 or higher
- Undergraduate Students: 2.5 or higher
- Possess a valid passport book that will remain current for the entire duration of travel, or be in the process of applying for one.
- Proof of passport application will be accepted during the application period.
- Some countries require passports to be valid for at least six months beyond the dates of travel.
- Some airlines may deny boarding if passport validity requirements are not met.
- Students are responsible for reviewing country-specific passport and visa requirements on the U.S. Department of State Country Information Page.
- Be in good academic standing at the time of application and departure.
Travel Disclaimer
International Study Programs is not responsible for any travel disruptions, including but not limited to flight cancellations, delays, or missed connections, that may occur during a student's travel to or from the designated study abroad location. Students are solely responsible for managing and resolving any such disruptions, including associated costs.
Students may be eligible to submit claims for certain travel-related expenses through On Call International Travel Insurance, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy. It is the student’s responsibility to retain all necessary documentation and to initiate any claims directly with OnCall International.
International Study Programs does not process, manage, or guarantee reimbursement for any travel-related insurance claims.