Semester Exchanges
Semester Exchange is the most economical way to study abroad. Earn 12-15 credit hours and see the world! Learn more to understand the qualifications and processes for these programs.Quick Links
Qualifications
- Business major and 3.0 GPA
- Must attend Texas A&M University for at least one full semester after the exchange
- Completion of major foundational coursework prior to the exchange semester:
- Finance majors – FINC 341, 351 & 361
- Management majors – MGMT 363
- Marketing majors – MKTG 321
- Supply Chain Management majors – SCMT 364
- Other majors – check with your academic advisor
Funding
- Apply for CIBS Global Programs Scholarship & Texas A&M University-Wide Scholarships. Students that receive study abroad specific funding from another Mays unit are not eligible for CIBS scholarships but can still apply for the university-wide scholarships.
- Submit Education Abroad Cost of Attendance Adjustment Form (provided by CIBS) to Scholarships & Financial Aid for additional scholarships, grants, and loans.
- Visit the Education Abroad Funding page for additional funding sources.
Courses
- Plan with an academic advisor for degree applicable coursework.
- Look at the criteria to earn a Certificate in International Business.
- Discuss coursework available at Mays exchange partner universities with CIBS.
- Students pay regular Texas A&M University tuition and fees for the term(s) they are abroad.
- Courses taken abroad are converted to transfer credit.
Application Periods
- Spring application period: April–Sept. 1
- Fall application period: Nov.–March 1
Health & Safety
- Students participating in exchanges are permitted to go as long as the host university has confirmed that it is operational, and with the understanding that they do so at their own risk.
- Any financial loss incurred because of travel or health issues will not be reimbursed by CIBS, Education Abroad, or Texas A&M University.
- Please refer to the TAMU Health and Safety Travel Preparations website to prepare for a healthy and safe international experience
Programs
Mays Exchanges are coordinated by the CIBS office. You can learn more about student experiences on the Mays exchange blog. University-wide exchanges are coordinated by TAMU Education Abroad.
Asia | Oceania
| LOCATION | UNIVERSITY | APPLY |
| Australia (Brisbane) | Queensland University of Technology | Opening soon! |
| Singapore | Singapore Management University | Apply now! |
Europe
Universita Commerciale Luigi Bocconi and Universidad Carlos III de Madrid have a priority deadline of June 1 for spring 2027. All students who submit an application by this date will be reviewed after this priority deadline, not before.
| LOCATION | UNIVERSITY | APPLY |
| Austria (Vienna) | WU Vienna University of Economics and Business | Apply now! |
| Belgium (Liège) | HEC Liège | Opening soon! |
| Czech Republic (Prague) | Prague University of Economics and Business | Apply now! |
| Denmark (Copenhagen) | Copenhagen Business School | Apply now! |
| France (Nice or Lille) | EDHEC Business School | Apply now! |
| France (Strasbourg) | EM Strasbourg | Apply now! |
| Germany (Oestrich-Winkel) | European Business School | Apply now! |
| Germany (Vallendar) | WHU–Otto Beisheim School of Management | Apply now! |
| Italy (Venice) | Ca’ Foscari University | Apply now! |
| Italy (Milan) | Universita Commerciale Luigi Bocconi | Apply now! |
| Netherlands (Maastricht) | Maastricht University | Apply now! |
| Norway (Oslo) | BI Norwegian Business School | Apply now! |
| Spain (Madrid) | Universidad Carlos III de Madrid | Apply now! |
| Spain (Barcelona) | Universitat Pompeu Fabra | Apply now! |
| Switzerland (Lausanne) | University of Lausanne^ | Opening soon! |
Contact Mays
Make Your Next Big Move
Contact the center for more information at cibs@mays.tamu.edu.