- Valencia, Spain
The Universidad Politecnica de Valencia (UPV) offers UT students,
especially Civil Engineering students an excellent opportunity to take
a variety of courses alongside local students. UT has had a reciprocal
relationship with this school since 1997.
Students take regular university courses with students from the host
country. Most of the curriculum is taught in Spanish; however, there
are some courses available in English.
Participants earn regular UT in residence credit. All grades earned
for the courses taken are computed into the official UT-Austin GPA,
just as they would be for grades earned in courses taken on campus.
Area(s) of Study
- Aerospace Engineering
- Computer Science
- Engineering Mechanics
- Environmental Engineering
- Architectural Engineering
- Engineering Management
- Engineering Studies
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
2 Programs Available for UPV UNIVERSITAT POLITECNICA DE VALENCIA
Sponsored by UT Austin - a University-wide Exchange
Academic Information
Students take 15 hours per semester. This program may require academic year (fall to spring) participation for students who want to attend UPV in the fall. Many courses are offered in English. Students taking courses in Spanish must have SPN 327C prior to departure.
Faculty
**Fall 2024 dates are estimated based on 2023.**
Language(s) of Instruction
Spanish and English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended 3.0 GPA, good academic standing.
- Minimum 60 hours completed.
- SPN 327C highly recommended for taking courses in Spanish.
- Program restricted to COFA, ARC, Computer Science, and Engineering.
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
Valencia has several on campus dormitories. Students have the choice of full or half meal plan and single or double bedrooms; rent varies accordingly. The most popular form of housing is shared apartments. Apartment living tends to be less expensive and allows for greater independence. Most apartments are fully furnished.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Students pay a $75 non-refundable application fee and regular UT tuition, and are responsible for airfare, passport/visa, housing, food, local transportation, and other costs of living. Students are required to purchase international health insurance. Financial aid and scholarships may be used.
Dates:
This program may require participation for an entire academic year.
- Program: February 6, 2025 to June 28, 2025
- Instructional: February 6, 2025 to June 28, 2025
- Final Deadline: September 7, 2025
- Program: August 31, 2026 to January 31, 2027
- Instructional: August 31, 2026 to December 31, 2026
- Final Deadline: February 15, 2026
Application Code
090021
Program Coordinator
Emily Garcia
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
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Visa Information
Next Step
1) View advising videos Explore: Education Abroad 101 and Explore Regional. Attend a live Q&A with questions. 2) View the Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! PC: Emily Garcia. Videos and Q&A events found here: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising.
Sponsored by Cockrell School of Engineering
Academic Information
Students take 15 hours per semester. Many courses are offered in English.
Language(s) of Instruction
English and Spanish
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended 3.0 GPA, good academic standing.
- Minimum 60 hours completed.
- Program restricted to Engineering.
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - Yes
Housing
Valencia has several on campus dormitories. Students have the choice of full or half meal plan and single or double bedrooms; rent varies accordingly. The most popular form of housing is shared apartments. Apartment living tends to be less expensive and allows for greater independence. Most apartments are fully furnished.
Open To
Cockrell School of Engineering
Program Cost
Students pay a $75 non-refundable application fee and regular UT tuition, and are responsible for airfare, passport/visa, housing, food, local transportation, and other costs of living. Students are required to purchase international health insurance. Financial aid and scholarships may be used.
Dates:
- Program: February 3, 2026 to July 2, 2026
- Instructional: February 3, 2026 to July 2, 2026
- Priority Deadline: April 1, 2025
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2025
- Program: September 3, 2026 to January 31, 2027
- Instructional: September 7, 2026 to January 29, 2027
- Priority Deadline: March 1, 2026
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2026
Application Code
140044
Program Coordinator
Naomi Valdez
Additional Resources
Program Website
Information Session
Next Step
Meet with your academic advisor and discuss your degree plan and IDA. Attend a Semester Exchange Info Session with IEE Program Coordinator and Complete the Study Abroad Research Sheet. Meet with the International Engineering Education Program Coordinator, Naomi Valdez, to have your MyAbroad application opened.