- Bilbao, Spain
UT Austin students have the opportunity to study at the Universidad de
Deusto in Bilbao, Spain. Founded in 1886, the University of Deusto has
approximately 8,000 students and is one of the most distinguished and
prestigious academic institutions in Spain. Bilbao is also a popular
tourist destination as it is home to the modern and impressive
Guggenheim Museum, located near the university. Deusto offers two
academic tracks with a wide choice of courses.
Tracks:
1. Business/International Relations and Spanish program
2. Spanish Language and Culture program

Area(s) of Study
- Accounting
- Finance
- Liberal Arts
- Psychology
- Anthropology
- Geography
- Linguistics
- Sociology
- Business Administration
- Government
- Management
- Spanish
- Economics
- History
- Marketing
- Statistics
- English
- International Business
- Operations Management
- Undergraduate Studies
- European Studies
- International Relations And Gl
2 Programs Available for UNIVERSIDAD DE DEUSTO
Sponsored by McCombs School of Business
Academic Information
Classes are taught in Spanish with only about 10 in English. This exchange is available for the spring semester or full year only. Business classes offered in the spring, most are FIN, MKT and MAN. Students from a wide selection of non-business classes; Spanish language offered.
Language(s) of Instruction
Spanish and English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- No minimum GPA, good academic standing
- Completion of ECO & Math required, ACC 312 highly recommended
- Proficiency in Spanish (language evaluation required)
- 2020-2022 Catalog: must complete STA 235 & DS 235 before going abroad
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
Housing assistance is provided on first-come, first-serve basis for student residence halls, or shared apartment rentals. It is highly recommended apply for housing once they have been accepted as exchange/study abroad students. View link to research housing options.
Open To
McCombs School of Business - Undergraduate
Program Cost
Students pay a $75 application fee, $500 Exchange Admin fee, and regular UT tuition for their semester exchange. Students are responsible for airfare, passport/VISA, housing, transportation, and costs of living. Participants pay required emergency health insurance coverage at $19 per week. Financial aid and scholarships can be used.
Dates:
- Program: February 2, 2023 to June 10, 2023
- Instructional: February 6, 2023 to May 26, 2023
- Priority Deadline: March 8, 2021
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2021
- Program: September 4, 2023 to December 23, 2023
- Instructional: September 6, 2023 to December 23, 2023
- Priority Deadline: March 1, 2023
- Final Deadline: March 1, 2023
Application Code
150035
Program Coordinator
Joshua T Rucker
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Program Dates
Scholarships
Next Step
Learn more by attending a BBA International Programs general information Students must attend an information session prior to meeting BBA International Programs Coordinator for an advising appointment.
Sponsored by DEUSTO - Bilbao - a UT Affiliate
Academic Information
*DIRECT-ENROLL AFFILIATE* Students earn 12-18 hours of in-residence credit upon successful completion. Grades appear on the UT transcript, but they are not factored into the overall GPA. Please check both "Academic Credit" links for courses for both "tracks" of the program.
Language(s) of Instruction
Spanish and English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Minimum 3.0 GPA, good academic standing.
- Sophomore standing at the time of departure.
- Minimum of 5 semesters college-level Spanish required for internship.
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - Yes
- Internship - Yes
Housing
Students live in apartment-style housing, dormitory-style housing, or homestays. In 20219 dormitory stays only.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Students pay a one-time $75 application fee to UT and a $600 affiliated studies registration fee. All other costs are paid directly to Deusto, the program provider.
Dates:
- Program: January 9, 2023 to May 18, 2023
- Instructional: January 16, 2023 to May 17, 2023
- Final Deadline: October 17, 2022
- Program: June 23, 2023 to July 28, 2023
- Instructional: June 23, 2023 to July 27, 2023
- Final Deadline: April 3, 2023
- Program: September 1, 2023 to December 15, 2023
- Instructional: September 4, 2023 to December 15, 2023
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2023
Application Code
290023
Program Coordinator
Julia Pfeiffer
Additional Resources
Program Website
Academic Credit
Academic Credit
Brochure
Scholarships
Peer Evaluations
Video
Academic Credit
Next Step
1) View mandatory advising videos Explore: Education Abroad 101 and Explore: Europe. Attend a live Q&A if you have questions. 2) View Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! Videos and Q&A events found here: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising.