INTERNATIONAL STUDIES AND PROGRAMS Cousins Hall, Room 217 & 219, 593-2906 http://www.tamuk.edu/intpro The Office of International Studies and Programs (OISP) works toward the internationalization of all aspects of Texas A&M University-Kingsville by involving students and faculty in international studies and research globally. OISP consists of four interrelated areas: 1) International Studies Programs and Internships, 2) Student and Faculty Exchange Programs, 3) Collaborative International Research, and 4) International Exchange Education Fund (IEEF) Scholarships.   International Study Programs and Internships In fulfillment of the University’s Mission , Texas A&M- Kingsville encourages undergraduate and graduate students to spend a summer, a semester or, ideally, an academic year outside the United States . Student can earn credit toward their degrees through international studies. Faculty and community members can also participate. Options, with or without credit, are available for students and non-students in any degree or non-degree program.   Exchange Programs Texas A&M-Kingsville has many exchange agreements with foreign institutions. Students may earn credit toward their degree programs while faculty can obtain experience that impacts their professional careers positively.  International students and faculty also can come to A&M-Kingsville through an exchange program and study or teach here. Texas A&M-Kingsville currently has exchange agreements with foreign institutions in Mexico , Latin America, Europe and Asia .   Collaborative International Research OISP will work with faculty, departments and colleges on identifying, developing and securing international research opportunities world-wide. This includes assisting faculty with Fulbright teaching and research awards and locations.   International Exchange Education Fund (IEEF) Scholarships All Texas A&M University-Kingsville full-time students are welcome to apply for a scholarship to facilitate international studies. Scholarships can be used for tuition, fees and travel for an approved Texas A&M-Kingsville International Students programs outside the USA or for a degree-seeking international student here.       < back >