- Complete your Profile in the Global Learning Portal
- Select your program
- Fill out the Proposed Program Evaluation
- To determine if coursework taken abroad is eligible for transfer credit, fill out the Proposed Program Evaluation. You do not need to be admitted into the program to do this. Emailing Admissions ahead of time will allow you to make an educated decision about programs.
- Include the full name of the university or college that will be issuing you a transcript, the syllabi for the courses you plan to take, and a link to the program website (please check with your program provider first about this, as it may be different from the actual institution you are attending).
- Email globallearning@ucsc.edu if you would like support with this step.
- Apply Directly to your Independent Program
- Apply online through their website and list Emma Beckman, Global Learning Advisor as your main contact at UC Santa Cruz.
- Complete an Independent Program Registration Form
- Complete the Independent Program Registration in the UCSC Global Learning Portal to confirm that you are pursuing this opportunity.
- Complete a UC Santa Cruz Leave of Absence (except summer)
- Submit an online UC Santa Cruz Leave of Absence (LOA) for the quarter(s) you will be away from UC Santa Cruz on your Independent Program.
