Study Abroad or Away

Study abroad is an integral part of a UC Santa Cruz education. Through academic coursework, internships and experiential learning, UC Santa Cruz Study Abroad aims to:

Provide students the opportunity to graduate with an international or off campus experience.
Promote an internationalized campus that cultivates an understanding of our diverse global community.
Encourage students to study, explore and engage with other cultures — to broaden their perspective and involvement in the world.

UC Santa Cruz students have many options for study abroad or away. UC Santa Cruz programs include:

UCSC Faculty Led Programs: UCSC courses taught by UCSC faculty abroad in the summer.
UCSC Global Exchanges: UCSC campus and department-based exchanges with institutions abroad.
UCSC Domestic Exchanges: UCSC campus-based exchanges with U.S. institutions.

UC Santa Cruz students can also explore other UC and non-UC study abroad options, including:

UC Education Abroad Program (UCEAP): UC study abroad provider for all UC campuses.
Other UC Study Abroad: Study abroad programs offered through other UC campuses.
Non-UC Study Abroad: Study abroad programs administered outside of the UC.

UC Santa Cruz Study Abroad is available to assist UCSC students with program selection, application process, and academic planning. Students are encouraged to explore study abroad options and plan for study abroad early in their UCSC career. Visit the UCSC Study Abroad website to get started.