UNT-International provides leadership in all areas of international education, guiding and promoting the comprehensive internationalization of UNT; helping the University to create a learning environment designed to make the connections between internationalization, diversity and multiculturalism, and collaboration that will help enrich campus life, develop an informed global citizenry, and foster a host of connections with people and institutions beyond our region.
UNT-International is composed of the following areas:
Intensive English Language Institute (IELI)
Established in 1977, IELI is one of the largest language programs for learning academic English in the U.S. With over 450 students from over 30 different countries, IELI still offers small, student-centered classes, with an average class size of 12.
International Admissions and Recruitment Office
The International Admissions and Recruitment office is eager to work with you from answering questions about UNT, to the start of your application process, and assisting you through every step of your application.
International Student/Scholar Services Office (ISSS)
ISSS provides consultations, workshops, document services, and written information to assist students, scholars, and UNT staff and faculty in understanding and complying with immigration regulations.
Welcome Center and Programs Office
The International Welcome Center provides year-round orientation for international students in undergraduate and graduate programs at UNT. In addition, this office provides multicultural programming for UNT departments, and the Denton community.
Sponsored and Special Programs Center (SSPC)
SSPC provides specialized services to students enrolled in UNT's academic degree and English preparatory programs a large and their sponsors. Sponsored students comprise a diverse population representing many cultures from around the globe.
Study Abroad Office
UNT’s Study Abroad Office is here to help you go away and experience the world! This office offers global student engagement through hands on experiences, fieldwork, independent research, international internships, fellowships, service learning as well as traditional study abroad opportunities.
For questions about Admissions or Transferring to UNT, please email international@unt.edu