- Madrid, Spain
UT Austin students have the opportunity to study for a semester or
academic year at the Universidad Pontificia Comillas, one of Spain's
leading universities. This exchange program will be of interests to
students specifically in Business, Government, and International
Relations and Global Studies.
Students take regular university courses with students from the host
country.
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
- Accounting
- Finance
- International Relations And Gl
- Operations Management
- Business Administration
- Government
- Liberal Arts
- Psychology
- Communication Studies
- History
- Management
- Sociology
- Economics
- Humanities
- Marketing
- Spanish
- European Studies
- International Business
- Mechanical Engineering
3 Programs Available for UNIVERSIDAD PONTIFICIA COMILLAS
Sponsored by McCombs School of Business
Academic Information
The fall semester starts in October and goes through January. However, the school makes adjustments for exchange students to finish their exams in December. Courses are given in lectures or smaller workshops. Free Spanish language courses are offered during the semester.
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 & STA 301 required
- Proficiency in Spanish helpful but not required
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
University on-campus housing is not available. However, the Accommodation Office provides information and assistance for home stays, private dorms, and off-campus apartments.
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: January 7, 2027 to May 21, 2027
- Instructional: January 11, 2027 to May 20, 2027
- Priority Deadline: March 3, 2025
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2025
- Program: August 28, 2026 to December 23, 2026
- Instructional: September 1, 2026 to December 22, 2026
- Final Deadline: March 2, 2026
Application Code
150039
Program Coordinator
Olivia Murr
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Next Step
You must attend an upcoming BBA International Programs study abroad information session. Then, meet with a BBA semester program coordinator for a mandatory advising appointment. After you complete these two steps, you will be able to apply. Check site below for info session schedule.
Sponsored by UT Austin - a University-wide Exchange
Academic Information
Students will take 12-15 hours per semester in the College of Human and Social Sciences. There is also a free Spanish Language course offered during the semester for exchange students. Comillas has an excellent translation and interpretation department as well as a degree in International Relations.
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.
- Must have completed 1 semester of Spanish.
- If taking coursework in Spanish, must have completed SPN 327C
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
Students generally live in apartment-style housing or homestays.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Students pay a one-time $75 application fee and regular UT tuition for every semester abroad. Students are responsible for airfare, passport/VISA, housing, food, local transportation, and general costs living. Financial aid and scholarships may be used.
Dates:
- Program: January 8, 2026 to May 20, 2026
- Instructional: January 12, 2026 to May 20, 2026
- Final Deadline: September 7, 2025
- Program: August 27, 2026 to December 22, 2026
- Instructional: September 1, 2026 to December 22, 2026
- Final Deadline: February 15, 2026
Application Code
090082
Program Coordinator
Emily Garcia
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Visa Information
Information Session
Program Dates
Video
Make an Appointment
Next Step
1) View mandatory advising videos Explore: Education Abroad 101 and Explore: Spain/Portugal. Attend Exchange live Q&As if you have questions. 2) View Ready-to-Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the link below. PC: Emily Garcia. Videos and Q&A sessions found here: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising.
Sponsored by Cockrell School of Engineering
Academic Information
The spring semester offers a variety of courses in English. The fall semester classes are taught in Spanish. Free Spanish language courses are offered. Fall exchange students are allowed to take their exams earlier in December. Courses are given in lectures or smaller workshops.
Language(s) of Instruction
Spanish and English
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- Recommended 3.0 GPA, good academic standing.
- Sophomores (45 hours required by time of departure)
- Juniors
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
University on-campus housing is not available. However, the Accommodation Office provides information and assistance for home stays, private dorms, and off-campus apartments. It is highly recommended to arrive a week in advance to secure housing. View the link below to research housing resources.
Open To
Cockrell School of Engineering
Program Cost
Students pay a $75 application fee, $500 exchange fee and regular UT tuition for their semester exchange. Students are responsible for airfare, passport/VISA, housing, local transportation, and costs of living. Participants pay required emergency and health insurance coverage at $19 per week. Financial aid and scholarships may be used.
Dates:
- Program: January 7, 2026 to May 20, 2026
- Instructional: January 12, 2026 to May 20, 2026
- Priority Deadline: May 1, 2025
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2025
- Program: May 18, 2026 to July 10, 2026
- Instructional: May 18, 2026 to July 10, 2026
- Program: August 28, 2026 to December 22, 2026
- Instructional: September 2, 2026 to December 20, 2026
- Priority Deadline: March 1, 2026
- Final Deadline: March 15, 2026
Application Code
140014
Program Coordinator
Naomi Valdez
Additional Resources
Program Website
Program Dates
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Scholarships
Instagram
Information Session
Brochure
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.