Universidad Autónoma Benito Juarez de Oaxaca (UABJO)
Oaxaca, Mexico
SUMMARY 
This exchange is open to students, professors and researchers of all majors. The university is committed to providing outstanding services to international exchange students. All courses are taught in Spanish. For more information on Autonomous University of Oaxaca, please visit: http://www.uabjo.mx/
ELIGIBILITY
Students must: (1) have sophomore standing; (2) have a 2.75 cumulative GPA at the time of application; (3) have a clean disciplinary record; and (4) be back on the UW-Whitewater campus for at least one final semester prior to graduation.
APPLICATIONS, DATES AND DEADLINES
The application process consists of two steps: an application to UW-W for approval to study abroad followed by an application to the host institution abroad. Applications are available from the Center for Global Education or online. Early admittance is not possible for this program.
Academic year abroad: early August - late May. UW-W application deadline is March 15.
Fall semester abroad: early August - mid-December. UW-W application deadline is March 15.
Spring semester abroad: mid-January - late May. UW-W application deadline is October 15.
*Summer study abroad: UW-W application deadline is March 15.
APPROXIMATE COST
Students pay UW-Whitewater tuition while studying abroad through this program. The following is an approximate budget that can be used as a guide. Personal spending habits and exchange rate fluctuations can affect estimated totals. Current currency exchange rate information can be found at www.oanda.com
UW-W cannot be held responsible for program cost increases due to variations in world exchange rates
| In-State Tuition* | $3,082 | Room & Board | $2,500 - $5,000 |
| World Class Coverage Plan (insurance) | $185 | Round Trip Airfare | $500 - $700 |
| Local Transportation & Personal Expenses | $2,000 – $2,500 | Student Visa | $100 |
| Approximate TOTAL per semester (5 months) | $7,800 - $10,000 | ||
ACCOMMODATIONS
Housing arrangements are coordinated through the host institution with the help of the Center for Global Education. All rooms are singles on a hallway of 10-12 rooms with a shared kitchen. Some suites are available. Students may prepare their own meals in the residence hall kitchens or purchase meals at the campus cafeterias.
WORLD CLASS COVERAGE PLAN
All students participating in any Wisconsin international education program are required by the State of Wisconsin to purchase international insurance from Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). CISI insurance costs $37 per 30-day period. CISI insurance charges will be billed to the student’s UW-W online student account.
PASSPORT REQUIREMENTS
Students will need a passport to study in Mexico. Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the end of your program. The passport fee is approximately $100. Obtaining a passport can take two to three months. Passport applications are available in the Center for Global Education.
Passport fees are not included in the cost of the program.
VISA REQUIREMENTS
Students must have a residence permit to study in Mexico. The residence permit costs approximately $150 and takes two to three months to obtain. You will also pay around $20 in return postage for your passport with the permit affixed to it. For more information on obtaining a Mexican residence permit, visit: http://portal.sre.gob.mx/was_eng/index.php?option=displaypage&Itemid=58&op=page&SubMenu=
FINANCIAL AID/SCHOLARSHIPS
Qualified students may apply for a Wisconsin Study Abroad Grant (need-based) of up to $2000. Applications are available from the Center for Global Education. To discuss having your financial aid applied to study abroad, schedule an appointment with the Financial Aid Office at 262.472.1130. All students are also encouraged to apply for college-specific scholarships. The Center for Global Education has additional information on grants and scholarships for study abroad.
UWW EXCHANGE PROGRAM FACULTY ADVISOR:
Dr. Susan Huss-Lederman
Department of Language and Literatures
White Hall, 1002A
Tel: 262.472.5797
Email: hussleds@uww.edu
For additional information, please contact the Center for Global Education.
**The information herein is subject to change without notice.** (May 2009 version)