The world is full of new and unfamiliar possibilities. When you study abroad with UCEAP, those possibilities become yours. As a University of California program, UCEAP expands on the UC experience. It introduces you to the people and places where ideas are born. Journeying to a new country, you'll encounter cultures, traditions, languages, and stories that surprise, delight, and expand your intellect. As you shift your view of the world, you'll test the boundaries of who you are and what you're capable of achieving. You'll discover unknown abilities that fuel your confidence and empower you to seize new challenges. Where will your journey take you?
UCEAP Virtual Fall Study Abroad Fair
The adventure begins November 6, 2025!
UC students are bold, open, and original because they embrace all that UC has to offer–in California and beyond. Join us for informative and engaging sessions to learn about your options and resources. Come to learn about:
- Career benefits of studying abroad
- Financial aid and scholarship information
- How to plan for courses and your academics
Join us Thursday, November 6, 2025!
Questions about study abroad?
Connect with a UCEAP Advisor
We offer three different types of advising every week so you can get all of your questions answered:
- Get Ready with Me - interactive application workshops (Thursdays 2-3 pm)
- Drop-in hours - casual advising sessions (Monday - Thursday)
- One-on-one advising appointments
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Though nine months sounds like a long time to be away from home, it seems to have flown by in an instant. As I look back on the success from my year abroad, I am happy to have found the perfect balance between academic commitment and personal adventures.
Studying abroad was not only for the sake of living somewhere else and receiving an education in another country, but also to show future generations of my family that it is possible to experience these types of opportunities. As the oldest of four, it is very important to me to show my siblings that with perseverance and learning what resources are available, a student can make their dreams come true.
Studying abroad pushed me far beyond my comfort zone. I never imagined living alone in a foreign country, navigating daily life in my fourth language. What made the experience especially meaningful was the personal connection to my research: my aunt’s diagnosis with Parkinson’s inspired me to focus on better tools for understanding neurodegenerative diseases. Combining this motivation with my interests in computer science and data modeling showed me that I want to continue bridging technology and healthcare, especially for underserved communities.
My time in Rio de Janeiro was truly transformative. It taught me that success has many paths and inspired me to be a lifelong learner through travel, culture, and human connection. I discovered that real learning doesn’t just happen in classrooms, but out in the world—through conversations, museums, and neighborhoods—where you begin to understand the depth and nuance of different communities in ways no textbook can.
Invest in your future
You can afford to study abroad
Financial aid, grants, and scholarships can be used for all of your costs. Some programs even cost less than staying at UC. Studying abroad is the investment in your future that you can't afford to miss.
Get a scholarship
Cover all your costs abroad
Thousands of dollars in scholarships are available to cover the cost of studying abroad. Some UC students are able to fund their entire international experience, including additional travel, by applying for as many scholarships as possible. You can, too.
UCEAP offers an easy to follow process
