The UM Office of International Affairs plays a pivotal role in the university’s international efforts. 

UM’s students study abroad in increasing numbers, with access to top institutions in key destinations world wide.  Its professors teach and research as visiting scholars abroad while at home, UM curriculum and program are increasingly international in focus.

By helping to identify UM’s international priorities and to facilitate educational opportunities abroad, the Office of International Affairs complements UM’s academic mission.  It connects the UM community to international opportunities, promotes the university's programs and courses abroad, and supports international students on campus.

International Collaboration

It designs and negotiates institutional links with universities, international organizations, cooperation agencies and educational departments of accredited diplomatic representatives in Uruguay.

International Educational Experiences

It coordinates the university’s study abroad and exchange programs for outgoing and incoming students

Integration of International Students and Scholars

It facilitates the integration of international students and scholars into the UM community and Montevideo. It also receives applications from overseas universities from those who wish to teach and carry out research projects at Universidad de Montevideo.

Director
Luisa Peirano, Ph. D. 

Assistant Director for Development
Sarah-Jane Vokey

Study Abroad Coordinator
Mariana Gugelmeier

Office of International Affairs
Universidad de Montevideo
Prudencio de Pena 2440
11.600 Montevideo
Uruguay

Tel: (598 2) 707 44 61
Fax: (598 2) 708 38 42

Email: international@um.edu.uy