Visiting Delegations
Source: https://global.utexas.edu/engagement-strategy/delegation-visits Parent: https://global.utexas.edu/abroad
The University of Texas at Austin welcomes visitors and delegations from universities, government agencies, research institutions, industry, and other organizations. Our goal is to foster and expand strategic international partnerships through meetings with University leadership, faculty, administrators, and staff. A delegation can consist of an individual or a group and may range from a few hours to multiple days, with considerations tailored to the nature of the visit.
International Visitors
If you represent an international organization and wish to visit UT Austin, please complete the Request a Delegation Visit form linked below. Due to high demand, we may not be able to accommodate all requests. We appreciate your interest and understanding.
Please note:
- Advance Notice: Submit your request at least 30 days before the proposed visit date. Requests submitted with less than 30 days' notice may not be accommodated.
- Scheduling Restrictions: Visits cannot be scheduled during university holidays, campus closures, final exams, or graduation periods.
- Summer Visits: Visits during the summer session (May to August) may be limited due to the availability of faculty, staff, and University leadership.
- Language Requirements: At least one member of the visiting party should be fluent in English. If a professional interpreter will accompany the delegation, please include them in the delegation list.
- Travel Arrangements: International visitors are responsible for their own travel, accommodations, and transportation. Please refer to UT Austin’s visitor resources page for further information on getting to and around campus.
For additional questions or concerns, please contact the Global Strategies Officers at inbound_delegations@austin.utexas.edu.
UT Austin Colleges, Schools and Units
Texas Global coordinates comprehensive university visits that involve multiple colleges and schools. Faculty, departments, and colleges (CSUs) are encouraged to host international visitors to foster strategic relationships and collaborations that enhance UT Austin’s global engagement. For visits that are not comprehensive, the Global Strategies Officers are available to assist CSUs. Please contact the Global Strategy Officers at txglobalgso@austin.utexas.edu if you are planning to host visitors.
Some criteria taken into consideration for involvement of University leadership include:
- Visit involves dignitaries, high-ranking government officials, or university leadership from the international organization.
- Delegations from Export Control designated countries of concern.
- Visit should include multiple campus units beyond a single department or college/school.