Why study abroad?

• Study abroad will help you obtain the essential tools through which you can effectively and creatively pursue further study and adapt to a rapidly changing world. Consider your value to an employer or a graduate program if you've:
• Participated in a different educational system and gained a new cultural perspective
• Increased your proficiency in another language
• Improved your critical thinking skills
• Expanded your worldview by experiencing another culture firsthand
• Developed self-confidence and independence
• Prepared for a career in an internationally competitive world
• Enhanced résumés and/or applications for graduate school
• Read some student testimonials!

How can I go abroad?

Through the University of California's Education Abroad Progam (EAP) and UCSD's Opportunities Abroad Program (OAP), you may study, work, volunteer and pursue internships throughout the world while earning credit towards your degree and gaining valuable international experience.

What are the first steps?

Attend a First Steps meeting at the International Center (call 534-1123 for schedule)

Visit http://programsabroad.ucsd.edu to find out more!

Start your research in the Programs Abroad Library

Meet with a Programs Abroad advisor

Complete your Academic Planning Form

Schedule a visit with your major advisor

Visit the Revelle Advising Office

What will it cost?

Study on EAP/OAP can be comparable to the cost of study at UC. In some cases, it is less. EAP participants pay UC fees and continue to receive UC financial aid while abroad. Furthermore, EAP students are eligible for special grants and scholarships from UC, the host country, and other sources.

OAP students may retain all or some of their funding while abroad, including special study abroad scholarships, but because of the variety of the programs found through OAP, costs for individual programs can vary greatly.

Check here for specific information about scholarships and financial aid: http://programsabroad.ucsd.edu/pao/funding.htm