How to Apply

• In order to apply for a global program, you MUST take these 2 steps by the appropriate deadlines:
  1. Apply to your program via your program provider’s instructions (e.g. UCEAP Portal).
  2. Submit a Campus Approval in the UCIAbroad portal.

• Your application is not complete until you submit both as described in first bullet. Note that the UCEAP application submission timestamp is used in cases where there is limited capacity and we have to determine the order of submission.

• UCI students must be approved to participate in any global program. Campus approvals are processed on a weekly basis until the deadline.

• Only submit ONE approval and application per term (e.g. only 1 fall term abroad). You can have a backup program in mind, in case you don’t get into your top choice, but only apply to one program. If you are not selected for your top choice, you can work with a study abroad advisor to find alternate options.

• If you can’t find your program in UCIAbroad, please email studyabroad@uci.edu the following details so we can add your program: program provider name, program website, country, city & term you plan to study abroad.

• All programs with travel will require that you have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months after your program end date. If you do not have a passport or it will expire less than 6 months after your program, apply for one now. Visit UCI Passport Services or the embassy of the issuing country for information right away in case there are processing delays. Undocumented students can book an appointment with the University of California Immigrant Legal Services Center for guidance.

When to Apply – Deadlines

• Typically you must apply for a program 9-12 months before departing for the program.
• See the toggles below for specific details based on the Program Option.
• It can take 3-4 weeks after you submit your Campus Approval to find out if you are approved to participate.