Study Abroad
Adventure Awaits
The Tillerson Engineering Global Leaders program prepares Texas Engineers for leadership in the globalized marketplace and for understanding and addressing global challenges. The programs offer UT credit, enhance professional skills and broaden personal and professional networks through short-term and semester exchange programs.
About The Tillerson Engineering Global Leaders Center
The Cockrell School’s Tillerson Engineering Global Leaders Center was established with generous support from Renda and Rex Tillerson, former U.S. secretary of state, energy industry leader and University of Texas at Austin Distinguished Alumnus.
Their support prepares 500 students annually for leadership and problem-solving in the globalized marketplace and makes our award-winning engineering study abroad programs accessible to even more students.
Short-Term Programs
Often called “Maymesters”, our short-term programs are three to nine-week summer programs. Programs may offer industry immersion or research.
Semester Programs
Exchange programs offer a fully immersive experience at a partner university in the fall, spring or summer.
Advising and Planning
Connect with an advisor and learn more about planning your study abroad experience, including how to search for courses and next steps after acceptance.
Funding
Details on scholarships and other funding opportunities for the study abroad program.
Apply
Begin your application to a faculty-led Maymester, summer program or semester exchange program.
Contact Us
Get in touch with TEGL staff, plan a visit, request a presentation about study abroad and more.
Partner with Study Abroad
The Cockrell School’s Tillerson Engineering Global Leaders Center (TEGL) coordinates with faculty and international institutions to offer engineering-specific study abroad programs. We welcome guests and visitors from universities, government agencies, research institutions, industry and other organizations to enhance global collaborations.
Please contact the director, Helena Wilkins Versalovic, if you are interested in offering a program.
Request a Presentation
Request a presentation about study abroad opportunities for your event.