Experience the World

This is Your Generation's World to Shape

The world is a big and interconnected place, and the commonalities that unite us—regardless of borders, race, creed, or economics—are the key to a better future. Studying abroad takes an act of courage and rewards you by expanding your

awareness

, critical thinking, and adaptability. With UCEAP, you get UC-caliber access, quality, and support as you broaden your horizons. See the world, its people, and your future in a whole new way.

Leave your comfort zone to experience something so unique it'll impact your life and shape your future forever. Living abroad opens doors to possibilities you never knew existed. As you take in-person or online classes and interact with people from all over the world, you add depth to your University of California education.

Discover new facets of yourself

Test the edges of your personal boundaries and learn who you really are. Examine what you believe, evaluate your values, and affirm what you want out of life.

Find your crowd abroad

Create close connections with people who live around the world, and discover the commonalities that link communities. Ask questions and share experiences that build lasting friendships from which you can learn and grow as a person.

Complete your education

Absorb new subjects and learning styles with professors across the globe. See new perspectives and take opportunities to put theoretical learning into real-world practice.

Cultivate your strengths

Adapt to a new culture, language, and lifestyle to build self-esteem. Build resilience to face any challenge that comes your way.

Build your global network

Learn to embrace new experiences and respectfully collaborate with people of different cultures. Develop relationships across the world as you spend time with students and professionals from the US and around the globe.

Confirm your calling

Validate the direction of your chosen field or shift to a new path. Discover where your passions lie and achieve your dream career—in the US or abroad.

Gain a global perspective

Embrace being a student in a world that is full of surprises, one-of-a-kind experiences, and endless possibilities.

Contribute to the world

Make your mark with international

research, community work,

public health practice, or political advocacy.

Discover new facets of yourself

Test the edges of your personal boundaries and learn who you really are. Examine what you believe, evaluate your values, and affirm what you want out of life.

Find your crowd abroad

Complete your education

Absorb new subjects and learning styles with professors across the globe. See new perspectives and take opportunities to put theoretical learning into real-world practice.

Cultivate your strengths

Adapt to a new culture, language, and lifestyle to build self-esteem. Build resilience to face any challenge that comes your way.

Build your global network

Learn to embrace new experiences and respectfully collaborate with people of different cultures.

Develop relationships across the world as you spend time with students and professionals from the US and around the globe.

Confirm your calling

Validate the direction of your chosen field or shift to a new path. Discover where your passions lie and achieve your dream career—in the US or abroad.

Gain a global perspective

Embrace being a student in a world that is full of surprises, one-of-a-kind experiences, and endless possibilities.

Contribute to the world

Make your mark with international

research, community work,

public health practice, or political advocacy.

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The Californian Abroad:

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You’ll experience things you can’t even fathom–and it will all be worth it.

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HOW MY STUDY ABROAD HELPED ME EMBRACE THE COMPLEXITIES OF ALL MY IDENTITIES

Study abroad helps you embrace your identity(ies) as a global citizen.

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MY STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE AS A FIRST-GEN COLLEGE STUDENT

First-gen students experience eye-opening growth and cement their academic success.

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I always heard people say study abroad changed their lives, but I didn't truly understand until I did it. There were moments I was confused, uncomfortable, and even frustrated and those didn't come close to the feelings of fulfillment, excitement, and pure happiness I felt throughout my time abroad!

Seika Ghavidel • UC Santa Barbara • South Korea

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