UT-Austin is celebrating the benefits of international education with a variety of educational and fun events throughout the week of November 13 -17! “This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of our efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for… read more
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Apply to be an International Orientation Assistant
Are you a continuing UT student who enjoys meeting people from other cultures and countries? Helping with International Student Orientation is a fantastic way to meet new international students, make new friends, and share culture! Each year, The University of Texas at Austin and the International Office welcome hundreds of… read more
Fall 2017 Q-Drop Deadline: Tuesday, November 7
Tuesday, November 7, 2017, is the last day an undergraduate student may withdraw from the University or drop a class. It is also the last day undergraduate and graduate students may change registration for a class to a pass/fail basis. If you are thinking about dropping a class or withdrawing… read more
Spotlight: Dependents and International Wellness Fest
The International Office’s 4th Annual International Wellness Fest will be an opportunity to celebrate International Education Week and to connect students with health & wellness resources in and around campus. Did you know that we will have some resources for your dependents (spouse and/or children) as well? Here are a… read more
I-20 Extensions and Drop Off Process Fall 2017
Is your I-20 expiring, but you need more time to finish your program? It’s time to apply for an extension of your I-20. You can request an extension up to six months prior to your program end date and it’s important to apply as early as possible. Procedures for applying,… read more
Tax Scam Alert!
As Halloween approaches, there is one thing far more nefarious and terrifying than ghouls and goblins – TAX SCAMS! Don’t feel too spooked, the International Office is here to tell you how to identify the scams, what to do if you are contacted by a scammer, and how to avoid… read more
Formula 1 is coming back to Austin
Formula 1 is back! From October 20th to October 22nd, people from all over the world will be flying into Austin and heading to the Circuit of the Americas (COTA). This will be the sixth year of having the Formula 1 (F1) race at the Circuit of the Americas. COTA became… read more
Texas Excursions: NBA Spurs Game!
The San Antonio Spurs are excited to announce their 2017 International Student Night Out at the AT&T Center on November 20, 2017. Come cheer them on as they take on the Atlanta Hawks at 7:30 PM. Don’t miss out on this one-night only event! Before the game, you’ll have the opportunity to watch… read more
Texas Excursions: Fiesta Texas Fright Fest!
Halloween is just around the corner and what better way to get in the holiday spirit than zombies and roller coasters?! Six Flags Fiesta Texas is a 200-acre amusement park located in San Antonio, Texas. This is a special time of year when the park transforms into a place where spooky creatures roam… read more
Foundation Year Students Get Involved on Campus
This August, thirteen new Foundation Year students arrived on the Forty Acres. Sponsored by the King Abdullah University of Science & Technology in Saudi Arabia, the group has the opportunity to take college preparatory classes while being immersed in the UT Austin community. They began their journey with a week-long… read more