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Application Submission Dates & Information

All TTUHSC students interested in completing a program or elective abroad must complete an application.

  • All TTUHSC students interested in completing a program or elective abroad must  complete an application

    In addition, all TTUHSC students selected to participate in a program or elective abroad must complete the mandatory pre-departure requirements, shown below. Prior to applying for an international program, students should contact their school regarding eligibility requirements, academic credit, course work, and projects/assignments to be completed during the international program.

    Application Submission Dates

    Application Submission Dates
    Proposed Travel Dates Application Submission Deadline
    September 1 - November 30 by May 1
    December 1 - February 28/29 by August 1
    March 1 - May 31 by November 1
    June 1 - August 31 by March 1

    Please note: Application due dates above are not applicable to faculty-led programs. Application due dates for faculty-led programs are determined by the faculty leading the program abroad and will be listed below.

  • To be eligible to participate in an International Program for Students, a person must be a student at the University. For the purposes of an International Program for Students, a student is defined as all persons taking courses at the University, either full-time or part-time, pursuing undergraduate, graduate or professional studies, specifically excluding School of Medicine House Staff. Persons who are not officially enrolled for a particular term but who have a continuing relationship with the University or who have been notified of their acceptance may be considered students.

    For the purposes of an International Program for Students, a person is considered to have a continuous relationship with the University if the person was enrolled at the University for the preceding semester and:

    • Is registered or preregistered for the following semester; or
    • If the person has not completed the person’s degree program, is eligible to continue the degree program in the following semester; or
    • If the person completed a degree program in the preceding semester and is admitted to another degree program at the University for the following semester.

    In addition, persons must be in good academic and disciplinary standing as determined by the person’s school at the time the person applies for an International Program and at the time of the dates of travel. Good disciplinary standing is defined as relating to a student not currently on disciplinary probation; or, a student, whose disciplinary suspension, expulsion or conditions and/or restrictions imposed, if any, have been totally fulfilled in a timely manner.

    Per OP 10.29, International Programs for Students, International Programs are part of a degree program. As such, schools will determine course credit being awarded for an International Program in accordance with OP 60.05.

    Withdrawal/Refunds

    In the event that students are unable to participate in the international program for any reason, TTUHSC will not provide a refund. Any potential refunds must be sought from external entities, such as the airline, third-party provider, or host organization, and will be subject to the specific policies and procedures of those entities.

  • Students selected to participate in a TTUHSC sponsored international program or activity must complete the following requirements prior to their departure or at the conclusion of their international program:

    • Complete a pre-departure orientation through OGH. The pre-departure orientation is two-fold and includes:
      • Phase 1: a set of on-line modules to be completed at your convenience and prior to phase two of the pre-departure orientation,
      • Phase 2: a meeting with OGH. For students located at a campus other than Lubbock, this portion can be completed via Zoom.
    • Complete a packet of on-line emergency & liability forms. Completion of the forms is included in the on-line modules.
    • Obtain a passport if you do not already have one.
    • Obtain a visa if required to enter the host country. Visa information can be found in the country specific information on the Department of State's website. 
    • Obtain international health & MEDEVAC insurance. This MUST be purchased through the Office of Global Health unless it is provided by your selected international program. 
    • Obtain any vaccinations / immunizations required to enter the host country. Visit the CDC website for additional information.
    • Provide course objectives for the international program. The objectives will be dependent upon the course for which credit will be received and should be complied in collaboration with faculty from your school. The objectives will be collected via an online form provided by OGH.  
    • Provide two modes of in-country communication. Examples include e-mail, international cell phone plan, iMessage, Skype, Viber, or Internet-based text messaging services/apps (e.g., WhatsApp). This information will be collected through the emergency and liability forms.  
    • Complete an exit survey after the conclusion of the program.

    Students should also be aware that all curricular aspects of an international program are handled by the schools. Students should direct questions to their school regarding school-specific eligibility requirements, academic credit, course work, and projects to be completed during the international program.

Collaborating Universities & Approved Sites

For questions, please reach out. Email us at globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu

  • Heart to Heart Belize, San Ignacio, Belize

    Application Status: CLOSED

    • Program location: San Ignacio, Belize
    • Program dates: May 17 – 22, 2026
    • Anticipated cost: $2,450 + airfare

    For questions, please contact the Office of Global Health at globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu

     

  • One Health Global Exchange Academy

    Application Status: OPEN for request

    • Program location: Costa Rica
    • Program dates: Dates available upon request to OGH
    • Program timeline: Two- and four-week Spanish immersion programs are available

    An additional application is required by One Health Global Exchange Academy. 
    Contact the Office of Global for more information. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

    Note: One Health Global Exchange Academy requests that students arrive & depart on Saturdays.

     

  • King George Medical University (Medical students only)

    Application Status: OPEN for request

    Note: Please contact OGH with interested dates. Explore the KGMU website

    An additional application is required by King George Medical University. 
    Contact the Office of Global for more information. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

     

  • Doctors in Italy (Nursing students only)

    Application Status: CLOSED

    • Program location: Bologna, Italy
    • Program dates: April 24 - May 8, 2026
    • Anticipated cost: €4,220 - approx. $4,565 USD
      • Payment of first half was due January 30, 2026
      • Final payment was due February 27, 2026

    Contact the Office of Global for more information. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

     

  • Keio University (Pharmacy students only)

    Application Status: OPEN for request

    • Program location: Japan
    • Program dates: Dates available upon request & approval by Keio University
    • Faculty Contact: Jean Haynes, M.Ed. (jean.haynes@ttuhsc.edu)

    Note: Please contact OGH with interested dates. Explore the Keio website
    Contact the Office of Global for more information. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

     

  • Piura

    Application Status: CLOSED

    • Program location: Piura, Peru
    • Program dates - Clinical only = Friday, July 10, 2026 - Sunday, July 19, 2026
    • Program dates - Clinical & Cultural = Friday, July 10, 2026 - Thursday, July 23, 2026
    • Program fee (required clinical week) = $1,350
    • Program fee (optional cultural week) = + $1,250
      • Not included in program fee = international airfare, domestic airfare for the clinical component (Lima to Piura), domestic airfare for the cultural component, if participating (Piura to Cusco), additional meals, and personal spending

    Contact the Office of Global for more information. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

     

  •  Dumaguete City (Nursing & MPH students only)

    Application Status: CLOSED

    • Program location: Dumaguete City, Philippines
    • Program dates: September 25 - October 6, 2026
    • Anticipated cost: $1625
      • Cost does NOT include international flight or meals.
      • Cost includes all lodging, transportation while in the Philippines, domestic flight from Manila to Dumaguete City, administrative fees, and international program fee paid to Silliman University. 

    Contact the Office of Global for more information. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

     

  • Chiang Mai University (4th year Medical students only)

    Application Status: OPEN for request

    Note: Please contact OGH with interested dates. Explore the Chiang Mai website

    An additional application is required by Chiang Mai. 
    Contact the Office of Global for more information. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

     

    Khon Kaen University (Pharmacy students only)

    Application Status: OPEN for request

    • Program location: Thailand
    • Program dates: Dates available upon request & approval by Khon Kaen University
    • Faculty Contact: Jean Haynes, M.Ed. (jean.haynes@ttuhsc.edu)

    Note: Please contact OGH with interested dates. Explore the Khon Kaen website
    Contact the Office of Global for more information. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

  • Can Tho University (Medical and Pharmacy students only)

    Application Status: OPEN for request

    An additional application is required by Can Tho. Explore the Can Tho website
    Contact the Office of Global for more information or with interested dates. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

     

    Ho Chi Minh University of Medicine & Pharmacy (Medical students only)

    Application Status: OPEN for request

    Note: Please contact OGH with interested dates.
    Contact the Office of Global for more information. (globalhealth@ttuhsc.edu)

     

Institutional Programs at Approved Sites

  • Baylor International Pediatric AIDS Initiative (BIPAI)

    Visit the organization's web site for information about program dates and the organization's application process and pre-departure requirements. A TTUHSC application must also be completed.

  • Child Family Health International (CFHI) 

    Visit the organization's web site for information about program dates and the organization's application process and pre-departure requirements. A TTUHSC application must also be completed.

  • Organization website

    Visit the organization's website for information about program dates and the organization's application process and pre-departure requirements. A TTUHSC application must also be completed

  • Global Medical Brigades

    Visit the organization's website for information about program dates and the organization's application process and pre-departure requirements. A TTUHSC application must also be completed

  • Himalayan Health Exchange

    Visit the organization's web site for information about program dates and the organization's application process and pre-departure requirements. A TTUHSC application must also be completed.

  • Projects Abroad

    Visit the organization's web site for information about program dates and the organization's application process and pre-departure reqirements. A TTUHSC application must also be completed.

  • Unite for Sight

    Visit the organization's web site for information about program dates and the organization's application process and pre-departure requirements. A TTUHSC application must also be completed.

Self-Identified Sites

Students setting up their own program must complete an OGH application in addition to any program forms.

  • The following information outlines the approval process for students interested in participating in a TTUHSC international program at a self-identified teaching hospital/institution abroad or through a self-identified health related organization.

  • Remember: The approval process must begin at the school level. Students should discuss their selected program with their school to ensure credit will be awarded and contact their school for any school-specific requirements, projects/assignments, and/or prerequisites.

  • After visiting with their school about the selected program and receiving academic credit for the experience, students must contact OGH. OGH will provide additional information, including an international program worksheet. This worksheet must be completed to initiate the approval process. After completing the worksheet, return it via email to OGH.

  • After OGH receives the completed international program worksheet, it will be reviewed and a decision regarding approval of the program will be made.

    If the selected site is approved by OGH, the worksheet will be forwarded to the dean of the student's school and the Vice President for Academic Affairs for additional approval.

    Please note: if the selected site is located in a Restricted Region, additional approval by the International Affairs Council is required. See link below for additional information about Restricted Regions.

    OGH will contact the student when the approval process has been completed. Some institutions and organizations require that their own application and approval process be completed in addition to TTUHSC's.

    Students should not start this process until they have been informed by OGH that the program request has been approved.

  • If the request is approved by all parties, OGH will contact the student to complete an application. The application provides the information needed to begin the pre-departure requirements.

  • Upon approval of the self-identified site and receipt of the application, OGH will contact the student to begin the pre-departure requirements. Additional information about pre-departure requirements can be found at the link below.