Office of International Programs
The Office of International Programs (OIP) supports UT Tyler's commitment to student success by providing meaningful and safe opportunities to develop global competencies and to serve the East Texas region through strategic international partnerships and multi-disciplinary research collaborations.
Study Abroad and Faculty/Staff-Led Programs
The OIP assists students and faculty at UT Tyler to travel abroad through:
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Short-Term Faculty/Staff-Led Trips – Travel Study and extra-curriculuar experiences organized by UT Tyler faculty and staff vary in length from one to eight weeks, typically occurring over vacation periods such as Spring Break and during the summer term.
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Longer-Term Programs – Travel Abroad at foreign universities through University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC) approved semester-long or academic year programs abroad.
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Exchange Programs – Semester or academic year study abroad opportunities at collaborating universities that have an exchange agreement with UT Tyler.
For more information, see the Study Abroad webpage, email studyabroad@uttyler.edu or call 903.565.5732.
International Student, Scholar and Faculty Services (ISSFS)
International Student, Scholar and Faculty Services (ISSFS) provides assistance to all international students, scholars and faculty who come to UT Tyler for academic study or research purposes. The staff are responsible for regulatory reporting and visual compliance required by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Department of State, for helping international students access visa benefits such as work authorizations, and for guiding international visitors regarding health insurance and medical screening requirements.
For more information visit the ISSFS webpage, email intladvising@uttyler.edu or call 903.565.5960.
Intensive English Language Institute (IELI)
The Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) is a self-supporting auxiliary unit within the OIP designed to prepare non-native English-speaking students to improve their language and culture skills, successfully meet the requirements of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), Pearson Test of English (PTE), or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), and matriculate into the university. IELI students are non-degree seeking students who take non-credit generating English classes.
English Proficiency Waiver for undergraduate and graduate students: TOEFL, PTE, EIKEN, and IELTS scores will be waived for students who complete Level 6 of UT Tyler’s IELI Program with no grade lower than an A, or those who complete Level 7 with no grade lower than a B.
Please note that individual graduate programs may have higher standards for English proficiency. Applicants should check with program advisors for details on English Language Proficiency requirements.
For more information visit the Intensive English Language Institute website, email jeli@uttyler.edu or call 903.565.6155.
Passport Acceptance Facility
The Office of International Programs has provided a full service Passport Acceptance Facility since October 2015. Passport staff are authorized by the U.S. Department of State to execute and mail-in Form DS-11 passport applications and can provide guidance to those using other application types. Immigration-style photos are available for purchase separately, providing a convenient service to anyone filing a government application, including international students applying for practical training authorizations.
The facility is open to the public. For more information, see the passport webpage or email passport@uttyler.edu.