Deadlines and Other Important Information

Application Deadline

When you’re ready to begin your application, follow the instructions (and watch the video) on the Texas Global How to Apply page.  The deadline to submit the application for the 2026 Great Barrier Reef program is November 1, 2025. 

Eligibility

• Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
• Good academic standing (3.0 GPA or above)
• UT enrollment during the spring semester preceding the program
• Open to graduate and undergraduate students

Program Dates

May Term Program: May 12, 2026, to June 3, 2026

Additional Help

Visit the Texas Global website for this 2026 May Term program for more details. 

Review the May Term Abroad FAQ  handout to learn more about what the May Term Abroad entails. 

If you have additional questions, you can also attend an Education Abroad Live Q&A session, hosted by Texas Global. In these sessions, you can speak with a program coordinator about your education abroad opportunities across all program types, including exchange, affiliate, faculty-led, and internships. Drop in and bring your questions.