Dear International Students and Concerned Colleagues:
A message from Brent White, Vice Provost, Global Affairs, regarding the updated U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement ruling from July 6, 2020, that international students will not be able to take only online courses and remain in the U.S. this fall.  

“We are delighted to partner with the University of Arizona, a university with an incredibly strong global brand, a stellar academic reputation and a deeply innovative approach to education delivery.” said John Latham, Chief Executive Officer of INTO, on announcing the agreement.  

As part of the University’s Global Direct strategy, students have the option to start their academic journey at the UArizona main campus in Tucson, AZ, at one of the University’s Microcampuses in multiple global locations, or in a blended online format where they can begin their academic program virtually and then complete their degree in-person on campus in Tucson, Arizona.

Dr. Nadia Alvarez Mexia has devoted her professional and teaching career to creating collaborations that link people and institutions, nourishing the extraordinary beauty of diverse and inclusive communities. Fueled by wonder and a strong commitment to serve others, Nadia creates safe learning spaces and remarkable academic experiences that have brought recognition from the University of Arizona, as well as from NAFSA in the U.S. and institutions of higher education in Mexico. Wonder makes Nadia serve. 

UArizona President Robert C. Robbins Robbins calls it "a big vision for the future of higher education."  Hear Robbins' conversation with Vice Provost for Global Affairs, Dean of Global Locations, Brent White.

Travel may be grounded, but the dream of global education and cultural exchange still inspires.

When the coronavirus threw a wrench into everyone’s spring semester, the University of Arizona Study Abroad and Global Travel offices worked around the clock to bring students home from locations across the globe. Throughout March and April, both teams tapped into a robust system of support, coordination, and communication, creating a COVID-19 Study Abroad FAQ page and moving all of advising and information sessions to virtual events.

The University of Arizona is launching an unprecedented and transformational Global programs across five continents in 34 countries, partnering with top universities to provide a world-class University of Arizona education.  

Students can study at University of Arizona locations on university campuses or live and study in purpose-built residential communities through a partnership with GSA, a global leader in student accommodations. The launch of the new Arizona Global network is particularly timely given the pandemic, and will provide a new model of affordable, high-quality education for students everywhere.

University of Arizona Health Sciences and University of Arizona Global, working together as part of the University’s Strategic Plan, take action to expand Health Sciences education beyond the United States. In her new roles, Dr. Gregorio will be a key leader responsible for coordinating our interprofessional Health Sciences Global and Online programs, and working closely with the five Health Sciences College Deans.

Classes convened for CAPLA’s first microcampus program on March 26, 2020, a unique marrying of UArizona’s BS in Sustainable Built Environments with UPC’s Bachelor of Architecture.