Study Abroad Program

Enrollment in a program of Study abroad approved for credit by UTPA may be considered enrollment at UTPA for the purpose of applying for Ttile IV Aid.

Students who wish to apply for financial assistance for study abroad should apply in the same manner as if they were planning on being in residence at UT Pan American. Study Abroad students must file a (FAFSA) and complete a Study Abroad Financial Aid Form". This form can be obtained at the Student Financial Services Office or at the Center for International Studies. Late applicants DO NOT receive priority processing.

To be considered for Title IV funds, the study abroad applicant is expected to meet all financial aid application priority deadlines, to adhere to other financial aid deadlines, to meet all the eligibility requirements for Title IV awards and be making satisfactory academic progress and to be enrolled Half-Time (6 hrs) in the study abroad program.

Stafford Loans

Students who will be eligible for Federal Stafford loans, unsubsidized loans and /or Perkins loans should be aware that:

1. First-time borrowers will not receive loans proceeds until 30 days into the term.
2. Loan counseling sessions will be required for all loan applicants and the required applications and promissory notes must be completed and approved.

Note: If Student is not automatically awarded a stafford loan, they may turn in a revision form.(available at the Student Financial Services Offices).

The study abroad applicant should also note that if awarded an institutional or outside scholarship, these awards may result in a reduction or cancellation of financial aid.

Disbursement Process

Disbursements of financial aid awards will adhere to the regular university schedule of funds disbursement.

Study abroad applicants who need to meet earlier payment deadlines must make arrangements to pay from their own resources

Pell Grant

The study abroad applicant who is eligible for the Federal Pell Grant will have the award based on hours enrolled and the length of the study abroad academic school year.

Return of Title IV

Any time a student withdraws from the study abroad program, he or she will be responsible for repayment of federal funds.

The Center for International Studies can provide additional information on eligible study abroad programs. For additional information, please call 956/381-3572.