Academic Mobility at Universidad Autonoma de Occidente – Spring 2027 - Program Details| General Information | Institution | Universidad Autonoma de Occidente |
|---|---|---|
| Program A/B Status: Cycle 1 | Closed | |
| Program A/B Status: Cycle 2 | Open | |
| Timeline | Study Abroad Year | 2027 |
| Semester | Spring | |
| Program Information | Program Name | Academic Mobility at Universidad Autonoma de Occidente – Spring 2027 |
| Program Type | Program A | |
| Program Description | Universidad Autonoma de Occidente welcomes UMAP students to Cali, Colombia, for a one-semester academic exchange during Spring 2027. Students can take courses in a wide range of academic areas, including Engineering, Business, Law, Communication, Architecture and Design, Humanities and Arts, Psychology, Computing, Environmental Studies and other disciplines, subject to course availability, prerequisites and academic approval. Exchange students become part of UAO's vibrant university community and have access to academic resources, laboratories, library services, student wellbeing, sports, cultural activities and international student support. Applicants must be active students at their home institution, have completed at least three semesters, hold a cumulative GPA of 3.5 out of 5.0 or equivalent, receive official nomination from their home institution and obtain prior approval for the courses they intend to transfer or recognize. Program A students receive a full tuition waiver. Students are responsible for their personal expenses, accommodation, transportation, international health insurance, immigration requirements when applicable, and the Procultura Stamp Tax. Discover Colombia, experience Cali and expand your academic and intercultural perspectives at Universidad Autonoma de Occidente. | |
| Contact Information | Juan Camilo Torres Pernia, jctorres@uao.edu.co | |
| Teaching Language | Spanish | |
| Degree Level | Undergraduate or Graduate | |
| Exchange Duration | 1 semester | |
| Language Proficiency Requirements | Accept Native English | No |
| English Language Requirements: Other | Scores: Spanish B2 or equivalent proficiency recommended | |
| Other English Language Requirements | Spanish B2 or equivalent proficiency recommended | |
| Other Language Requirements | None | |
| Academic Field | Architecture, Business, Communication, Computer and Information Systems, Engineering, Health Sciences, International / Global Studies, Law / Criminal Justice, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Psychology, Social Sciences, Sustainability / Climate Change Studies, Trades, Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Facilities and Resources | Exchange students have access to Universidad Autonoma de Occidente's academic and student support services, including the CRAI library and digital resources, laboratories, student wellbeing services, sports and recreation facilities, cultural activities and campus life. The Office of International Relations provides guidance before arrival and throughout the mobility period, including support with academic, administrative and adaptation processes. | |
| Scholarships Available: | No | |
| Scholarship Information | N/A | |
| Program Fees (All values are in USD) | Tuition or Program Fee | $0.00 |
| Average Housing Cost | $180.00 average per month. | |
| Local Transportation | $45.00 average per month. This can include cost of buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation. | |
| Other Program Fees | $36.00 excluding tuition. These may include activity, lab/materials, or other fees. | |
| Cost of Living | $280.00 average per month. This can include meals, pocket money, and entertainment. | |
| Medical Insurance | $35.00 per month. | |
| Visa | $0.00 | |
| Additional Program Information | Estimated Procultura Stamp Tax for four 3-credit courses. Actual cost depends on the number of credits enrolled. Immigration requirements and visa costs vary according to the student's nationality and length of stay. Courses are subject to academic scheduling, prerequisites, seat availability and approval by the corresponding academic program. Most courses are taught in Spanish. Applicants are expected to have sufficient Spanish proficiency to participate successfully in university-level coursework. International students must comply with Colombian immigration requirements and, once accepted, provide international health insurance valid throughout their stay in Colombia. | |
| Supplementary Links | Link 1 – Incoming Academic Mobility 2027-1S | Link |
| Link 2 – Academic Programs | Link | |
| Link 3 – Resources for Incoming Students | Link | |
| Program A/B Information | Additional Information | UMAP applicants must follow the Winter/Spring 2027 USCO application timeline and deadlines. Universidad Autonoma de Occidente's general Incoming Academic Mobility Call for Spring 2027 remains open until December 4, 2026 for applicants using other mobility agreements and programs. Program A participants receive a full tuition waiver. Students remain responsible for accommodation, meals, local transportation, international health insurance, immigration expenses when applicable, personal expenses and the Procultura Stamp Tax. |
| Required GPA | N/A | |
| Program Schedules | 1st Semester Start Date: | 25/Jan/2027 |
| 1st Semester End Date: | 04/Jun/2027 | |
| Credit Transfer |
Yes, 3 credits per course UCTS Calculator |
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| Number of Tuition Waved Participants | 2 | |
| Number of Fee Paying Students Accepted | 2 | |