About the International Center

The International Center provides opportunities for UT Dallas students, faculty and staff to participate in international education opportunities.

Our services include:

  • Assisting international students
  • Offering programs for students wishing to study, work, or volunteer abroad
  • Providing resources to faculty interested in adding an international component to their teaching or research.

As a member of the Association of International Education Administrators and NAFSA: Association of International Educators, the International Center complies with ethical principles for international education. Our staff also maintains memberships in multiple professional organizations.

Our Mission

We provide access to quality international education that impacts all of UT Dallas by:

  • Building and cultivating strategic partnerships locally and abroad.
  • Supporting the success of international students and scholars.
  • Developing safe and meaningful opportunities for students, faculty and staff to interact with peers and colleagues across the globe.

Our Departments

International Education

International Education includes Education Abroad and International Risk and Safety.

Education Abroad facilitates study abroad, faculty-led programs, international student exchange programs and study abroad scholarships.

International Risk and Safety monitors worldwide travel and provides safety resources to assist students, faculty and staff on official university travel.

International Student and Scholars

The International Student and Scholars Office (ISSO) provides immigration information and support to UT Dallas students through workshops, individual student advising and outreach.

International Initiatives

International Initiatives supports the UT Dallas strategic plan theme of global engagement by developing opportunities to increase internationalization on campus, participation in education abroad and visibility of the University brand to international audiences.

Immigrant and Citizenship Services

Immigrant and Citizenship Services supporting both the UTD community and beyond, the Office of Immigrant and Citizenship Services offers expert guidance and assistance throughout the immigration journey.

 “We are proud of our long history of international activity and committed to offering our students an education enriched by diverse perspectives, cultures, and languages.”

Dr. Juan E. González, Vice Provost for Global Engagement and Dean of Graduate Education

Read a Welcome Letter from Dr. González

Our Staff

We are a team of experienced professionals facilitating global engagement that advances the mission of The University of Texas at Dallas.

Go to our staff directory or download the organizational chart.

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