UTD Students Going Abroad

Eligibility for studying abroad and exchange programs is as follows:

• A student must have a G.P.A of no less than 2.0
• A student with a GPA of less than 2.5 may not be eligible for some affiliate or exchange programs
• A student must have earned a minimum of 30 semester credit hours at UTD
• Study abroad is limited to two (2) semester
• Freshman, and students who plan to graduate are not eligible to apply 

Please visit the Office of International Education in Jonsson, 5.504 to begin processing.

      -The Associate Dean in each school will have the responsibility for        determining how general courses and curriculum courses will be        applied to the UTD degree plan.

• Provide copy of
      o Proof of international insurance
  • In addition to your insurance, UTD will provide you a free International Emergency Insurance, e.g. SOS card. Click http://www.internationalsos.com/en/index.htm for more details.
        

      o Passport, and
      o Airline ticket

• Attend the mandatory, pre-departure orientation
• OIE protocol must be completed before the following deadlines:

                Spring 2008 - October 29
                Summer 2008 - April 7
                Fall 2008 - May 26
                Spring 2009 - October 27
                Summer 2009 - March 30
                Fall 2009 - May 26
                Spring 2010 - October 30
                Summer 2010 - March 29

Upon Arrival at the Host Country

• Contact the Office of International Education at U.T. Dallas with your foreign contact information

• Provide OIE with proof of enrollment/registration at the host institution.

Both documents may be faxed to 972-883-4717.

Pre-Arrangement for Return to U.T. Dallas

You must have an official transcript sent to our office at: Office of International Education, P.O. Box 830688, JO52, Richardson, TX 75083-0688. This is imperative as it is required even if you are not receiving academic credit. Failure to do so will result in disciplinary actions.

In addition to having your transcript sent to the Office of International Education, it is always a good idea to also have one sent to your permanent address.

International Exchange Scholars Coming to UTD

Welcome

Thank you for your interest in participating as an exchange scholar at The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD). UTD is committed to more than thirty-five international collaborations, including the mechanism of exchange mobility as an effort to enhance the good and respectful understanding among the future leaders of different cultures and nations. Exchange students benefit from waiving tuition on a reciprocal basis at the host institution.

UTD is a research-oriented university with emphasis on interdisciplinary and applied programs with a growing international population. Our exchange mobility includes students from China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Korea, Mexico, Scotland, Spain and Israel. If you require more information about UTD, we recommend you to visit our section of "Prospective Students" at

http://www.utdallas.edu/prospective-students-index.html

Admission and migration protocol

Document submission deadline dates are as follows:

Spring 2008 - August 17
Summer 2008 - February 15
Fall 2008 - April 18
Spring 2009 - August 15
Summer 2009 - February 13
Fall 2009 - April 17
Spring 2010 - August 14
Summer 2010 - February 12

Pre-Submission Checklist:

Please use this checklist to help you ensure that all protocol documentation has been obtained for submission. Checklist.

Once all documents are compiled they are to be submitted to the Office of International Education.

Mailing/Courier Address:
The University of Texas at Dallas
Yolande’ Porter, Program Coordinator
Office of International Education
2601 North Floyd Road - JO 5.504
Richardson, TX 75080-1407
Tel: (972) 883-4715

International exchange scholars coming to UTD are required to satisfy the following protocol:

1) You need to be enrolled in one of the international institutions that have included exchange mobility in its collaboration with UTD.

2) Submit your candidacy at your home institution before deadlines.

3) Your home institution is required to recommend to the UTD Office of International Education your candidacy as an exchange scholar at UTD. The following link provides the Memo template to be completed by your home institution: http://www.utdallas.edu/oie/information/iescutd.doc
4) Submit your application to UTD on-line.

In the following section, you will find all the information and guidance to submit your application www.utdallas.edu/student/admissions/prospective/intl.html. Moreover, as a potential exchange scholar, please follow these instructions for a successful application process:

Undergraduate Applicants:

a. You must apply as an international transfer student.

b. When prompted to choose a major, you may either choose one or choose undecided.

c. You are not required to submit an essay.

d. You must provide emergency contact information.

e. If your participation in the exchange program requires your enrollment for two consecutive semesters, you need to take the THEA exam. This exam is mandatory for undergraduate exchange students attending for more than one semester. You can take the examination upon your arrival to UTD. For more information about this examination, please visit the following site: http://utdallas.edu/student/admissions/admitted/thea.html

Graduate Applicants:

a. You need to apply as a regular graduate candidate, satisfying program admission and requirements specified in the program agreement between UTD and your home institution.

Please contact Ms. Yolande Porter, Coordinator of International Programs in the Office of International Education, at yolande@utdallas.edu once the submission of your application has been confirmed. Be sure to include your application number.

5) Once your admission is approved, your file is transferred to the Office of International Student Services. This office will contact you if more information and/or documentation is required to issue your I-20 for your student visa (F1).

a. Keep in mind that you are required to submit a "financial affidavit" to confirm your financial resources for living expenses, books, and health insurance during the length of the exchange program.
b. Also you will need to submit proof of vaccination for tuberculosis (TB) upon arrival.

6) Submit your on-line application for housing: http://www.waterviewparkapts.com/OnlineApplication.aspx

For more information about the protocol migration, arrival information, housing, orientation, etc. please visit its Web page at http://www.utdallas.edu/student/international/

Registration and Transfer of Credits

Undergraduate exchange students must to register for at least 12 credit hours during the Fall or Spring semester or 6 credit hours during the Summer semester.

Graduate exchange students must register for at least 9 credit hours during the Fall or Spring semester or 6 credit hours during the Summer semester.

Upon completion of your program at UTD, you will need to request that your official transcript be sent to your home institution prior to your departure. You may do this in the Office of the Registrar located in the McDermott Library room MC1.406.

Please keep in mind that the exchange mobility between UTD and your home institution may require specific components for final approval. Consult the Office of International Education at your home institution or our office for further information.

We are here to assist you and to ensure that you will have a successful UTD experience. We look forward to hosting you!

Sincerely,

The UTD Office of International Education.