USA: University of Texas at Austin

University in brief

Language of instruction: English
Academic calendar: August-December. January-May.
Credit system: Undergraduate: 12-15 hours/credits correspond to full-time studies. Lower Level electives: 3 credits = 6 ECTS. Upper Level electives: 3 credits = 7,5 hp. The course code shows the number of credits (the first number) and the course level. Lower level = 1-19- Upper level = 20-79. For example, BIO311C is a 3 credits course at the lower level. CH328M is a 3 credits course at the upper level.
Not recommended to take more than 50 % engineering courses.
Website:  Applying to UT Exchange Programs | Texas Global (utexas.edu)
Note: All students are admitted as undergraduates for exchange at UT Austin. Enrollment in graduate-level courses is done at the discretion of departments and cannot be guaranteed prior to arrival. The Computer Science program can only accommodate a very limited number of students and admissions to the CS program cannot be guaranteed. Students accepted as Computer Science majors will be able to take no more than two Computer Science courses per semester. The College of Business is not available. Students must purchase the UT Austin insurance plan. The amount is approximately 1100-1600 USD (subject to change). For the latest information about insurance and fees, visit the university website.

Visa and vaccine in the USA

The processing time for a visa to study in the USA can take a long time, therefore, you should start the application as soon as you have been accepted for exchange studies at a university in the USA. The same goes for arranging the necessary vaccines you need to start your studies in the US.

Visa to the USA

For exchange studies in the US, a J-1 visa is required (DS-2019 form): I-901 SEVIS Fee | ICE . J-1 students may enter the USA up to 30 days prior to the start date on the DS2019.

Cost for visa: approximately $220 (as of 2023).

Keep the following documents with you in your hand luggage:

• Passport
• I-20 or DS-2019
• I-901 SEVIS fee payment receipt
• Proof of financial resources
• Acceptance letter from Exchange University

When applying for a US visa, you are required to provide financial evidence to show that you can afford your stay in the US. You can, for example, use a bank statement in this matter.

You can find more information about the visa requirements on the US embassy website: usembassy.gov/visas .

Vaccines in the USA

Immunization requirements are based on state law, you may need the following vaccines to start your studies in the USA.

• Rubeola (Measles, MMR)
• Rubella (MMR)
• Mumps (MMR)
• Tetanus Diphtheria (Td or Tdap)
• Meningitis (Men Quad/Conjugate, MCV4)
• Meningococcal B (Separate from Meningitis)

You may also need a Tuberculosis screening (most often done upon arrival in the US).

More information can be found at UT Austins website. 

Immunization Requirements for Students

Exchange opportunities

Number of spots: 8 semester spots for the academic year 2024/2025 (4 autumn semesters + 4 spring semesters)
Grade requirements: No
Previous Nominations: 4,2 (Fall17), 3,55 (Spring18); 4,4 (Fall18), 4,21 (Spring19), 3,954 (Fall19), 3,74 (Spring20), 4,108 (Fall20), 4,056 (Spring21), 4,1 (Fall21), 4,0112 (Spring22), 4,3403 (Fall22), 3,8026 (Spring23), 4,3738 (Fall23), 4,1604 (Spring24) More Information on Selection

Programme specific information

If your programme or your school is not listed below, contact the international coordinator at your school.