UC Education Abroad Program (UCEAP) is the University of California’s official study abroad program provider and a global leader in international education for over 50 years. All the benefits of home—UC credit, grades, and financial aid—travel with you. Start your journey with UCEAP by exploring the viewbook. Review a list of the most affordable UCEAP Programs.
UCEAP offers UC students study abroad opportunities in:
- 46 countries around the world
- 420 summer, semester, and year-long program options
- Internships, volunteer work, and research programs
Search UCEAP Programs
There are two places to search UCEAP Programs:
- To compare all available programs offered by UCEAP and UCSC Global Learning use our UCSC Global Learning Portal:
- Type “UCEAP” in the Global Learning Portal search bar for program information.
- To search and view program details for only UCEAP Programs, use the UCEAP website.
UCSC Global Learning vs. UCEAP
| UCSC Global Learning | UCEAP |
| Your UCSC campus Global Learning office, located in the Division of Global Engagement. | The study abroad organization based in Goleta, California that works with students from all University of California campuses. |
Types of UCEAP Programs
- Immersion: Take host university courses with local and international students
- UC Study Centers: Courses are taught according to a UC curriculum, often with a particular theme or academic focus.
- Multi-City Programs: Study in multiple locations, visiting local establishments including social, government, and non-government organizations
- Language & Culture/ Language Study Programs: Instruction focused on language acquisition and culture study
- Internships Abroad: A full-time internship or required internship built into the curriculum
- Research Abroad: Full-time research or required research built into the curriculum
- Themed and Major-Specific: Programs designed for specific disciplines
“Pursuing a multi-city program is a chance to explore several amazing cities in one program. My program focused on the culture, history, and traditions of London and Paris. My journey allowed me to grow personally and connect with rich cultures along the way.”
– Katy Levine (Read my Student Story)
Forms and Guides
- UCEAP Health Clearance Instructions
- UCEAP Language Evaluation Form
- UCEAP Quarter to Semester Units Conversion Table
- Visa Letter Request Form
Researching UCEAP Course Options
Before choosing a UCEAP program, it’s important to research the course offerings at your prospective host institution to understand what’s available and how it aligns with your academic goals. Here’s how to get started:
- Start with the UCEAP Academics Page
- Each UCEAP program has an Academics page with key information on:
- Fields of study (e.g., Humanities, Social Sciences, Sciences)
- Number of courses and minimum credit load
- Research, internship, or fieldwork opportunities
- Language of instruction
- The academic culture at the host institution
- Each UCEAP program has an Academics page with key information on:
- Review the UCEAP Course Catalog
- The UCEAP Course Catalog lists the courses UC students have taken on the program. This gives a general idea of the types of courses offered, though availability may vary each term.
- Explore the Host Institution’s Course Catalog
- Many UCEAP programs give you access to the host institution’s full course catalog. Look for:
- Specific courses available during your term abroad
- Course related to your major/minor
- Any course prerequisites or requirements
- Many UCEAP programs give you access to the host institution’s full course catalog. Look for:
- Check Proposed Courses or Syllabi
- If the program offers a list of set courses, review the descriptions and syllabi to understand to see what will be available during the program.
- Consult UCEAP’s Credit Transfer Resources
- The Campus Credit Abroad resource shows the types of credit UC students have earned through the program (e.g., major, minor, GE, elective credits).
- Review Our Academic Planning Webpage
- Review the Academic Planning page on the Global Learning website for information on:
- Courses and grades
- Fulfilling major/minor requirements, and
- Fulfilling GE requirements
- Review the Academic Planning page on the Global Learning website for information on:
Researching will help you determine if a UCEAP program fits your academic needs and provides the courses you want.
Contact UCEAP
While UCSC Global Learning can advise you on general questions, UCEAP staff can assist with more specific questions once you are applying or nominated into a program.
To book an appointment with a UCEAP Advisor please visit this link. See UCEAP Advising.
UCEAP Video Resources
Please visit the UCEAP YouTube channel for video resources from the UCEAP Virtual Study Abroad Fair.