





UCI Programs
UCI programs are designed specifically for UCI students to zot abroad through a Bilateral Exchange Program or a Faculty-Led Program.
- UCI Faculty-Led programs offer short, thorough international academic experiences led by UCI faculty. Program duration varies between 1-6 weeks.
- Bilateral Exchange programs consist of a reciprocal opportunity established by an agreement between UC Irvine and a partner university overseas to facilitate student mobility between the two institutions during a specific term (academic year, fall, winter and spring quarters abroad). Bilateral Exchange Programs are exclusively for UC Irvine students.
Bilateral exchange programs
- These programs are exclusively between UCI and our partners abroad. We will directly advocate for you without any other in-between agent.
- Program costs vary, some can be less expensive than other programs.
- Financial aid and scholarships are also available for these programs.
- Some programs are open to all majors, some programs are restricted to certain departments.
- The UCI Study Abroad Center will provide logistical support before & throughout the program.
Faculty-Led programs
- It’s an excellent opportunity for experiencing a one-on-one interaction with UCI faculty.
- Most participants are other UCI students, and the number of participants is limited, creating a small cohort feeling.
- Continue engaging in extracurricular activities without embarking in long-term study abroad programs.
- Financial aid and scholarships are available for some of these programs.
- Program details, such as location, dates, courses, cost, eligibility, etc., are diverse to meet your personal needs and professional goals.
- The UCI Study Abroad Center will provide with logistical support before & throughout the program.
See below to learn more about the range of possibilities offered through UCI Programs.
Bilateral Exchange programs
Faculty-Led programs
The Study Abroad Center is excited to support faculty and departments in the development and coordination of faculty-led programs abroad. Below you’ll find some examples of the successful collaboration between the Study Abroad Center and our valued campus partners in the entire process of offering a program abroad.
Recently concluded programs
- Taiwan: Men’s Basketball Team, August 10-21, 2023
- Taiwan: Chinese Language & Culture Program at National Cheng Kung University, June 15-August 25, 2023
- Guadeloupe: Women’s Basketball Team International Tour, July 25-August 9, 2023
- Netherlands: Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates at the Mathematical Institute, Leiden University, June 21-August 4
- France: Art History Louvre internship program, July 1-31, 2023
- Mexico: Social Ecology Field Study at El Centro Fox, Guanajuato, June 26-July 16, 2023
- Belize: Sustainability Experience, Belmopan, Belize, July 2-9, 2023
- Ireland: UCI Chamber Singers Tour, June 20-28, 2023
Note to students: If you’re interested in participating in these programs, please inquire with your Academic Department to see what’s available.
Note to UCI faculty and staff: If you lead, or are considering leading, a program abroad, contact the Study Abroad Center at studyabroad@uci.edu
We offer a variety of resources to help you Choose Your Program. If you have program-specific questions, book a virtual appointment with Alma Reynal, Inbound and Custom Program Advisor for more information.
Deadlines and application process vary by program. See your program’s information for details.