“How am I going to pay for my higher education?” This common question is especially prevalent among international students who generally pay out-of-state tuition and are not eligible to apply for federal and state financial aid. Nonprofit corporations, like The Society of Iranian-American Women for Education (SIAWE), help support the… read more
Insurance Presentation Monday, Aug. 26
We invite you to attend “Medical Insurance in the U.S.” this Monday, Aug. 26 in Avaya Auditorium (POB 2.302) from 9-11 a.m. This practical, hands-on presentation will prepare you to seek health care when you need it – without paying more than you should. Come hear representatives from International Student & Scholar… read more
Campus Involvement Opportunity: Student Conduct Board
Beginning this fall, students charged with academic violations will have the option of taking their cases to the Student Conduct Board. This option will be in addition to the three traditional processes of faculty disposition, administrative disposition and hearing officer. The Student Conduct Board offers the opportunity for students to… read more
In Absentia Graduation and Immigration Implications
Graduating “In Absentia” means that you will complete your degree requirements as a non-registered student. For instance, you complete your thesis after the summer semester submission deadline but before Fall classes begin. You then apply for in absentia graduation: you will not be a student at UT Austin Fall semester,… read more
New International Student Orientation on Friday, August 16
A BIG TEXAS WELCOME to all our new international students who will begin their studies at the university in the Summer/Fall 2013! To help you get settled, our office provides a number or orientation events where you will have the opportunity to learn about the various resources and services that… read more
New Program Announcement: KAUST Foundation-Year
The International Office is excited to announce a new Foundation Year partnership with the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia. The KAUST Gifted Student Program Foundation Year will bring a group of academically advanced Saudi students to UT Austin to engage in ESL, math, science,… read more
Participants Needed for a Bilingual Language Study
The Human Abilities in Bilingual Language Acquisition Lab is conducting a study on bilingual language and seeking people to participate in a study at the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Participants will be asked to fill out a questionnaire about their language background, take two language proficiency tests, and… read more
Fraud Alert: Be Careful With Your Personal Information
Always be cautious about the information you give to someone over the phone! An international student recently reported a possible scam. There have been other reports around the country of the same type of call. Be on the alert! According to reports, the caller will state that he is from… read more
Upcoming 2013-14 Insurance Waiver Deadline
September 12 is the deadline for most fall and annual (full year) insurance waivers, including waivers based on private or U.S. employer insurance. Students may request an insurance waiver if they are covered by an alternative insurance policy that meets the basic requirements of the UT Health Insurance Plan. Review… read more
Participate in Research on International Students and College Choice
A doctoral student at the University of Virginia is asking international undergraduates at UT to complete an online survey as part of his dissertation research. The purpose of this research is to learn more about how international undergraduate students in American higher education selected the college or university they attend… read more