The Californian Abroad helps prepare University of California students for amazing study abroad experiences with lasting benefits through original, informative, and compelling content.
Each year, UCEAP holds a blog writing contest and invites students who have participated in study abroad to enter their stories and photography for a chance to win prizes.
Core Eligibility Requirements
All UC students and alumni in good standing who participated in a UCEAP program in the past two years are eligible to enter.
Only complete submissions are eligible for the competition. A submission is considered complete if it includes all required submission materials listed in the current contest’s guidelines. See the previous year's submission guidelines as an example.
Submissions from students or alumni who didn't participate in a UCEAP program or were disciplined for an ethics or conduct violation aren't eligible for the competition.
Recommendation
As you reflect on your experiences abroad ahead of the contest, you may find it helpful to explore our free Navigating Reentry online course.
In just about an hour, this resource can help you articulate your life-changing experience, not only so you craft the most impactful blog entry, but also to help you confidently share your study abroad journey with everyone who asks, "So, how was studying abroad?"
Timeline
The Californian Abroad blog contest typically runs from late November to mid-January.
Students who participated in a UCEAP program in the past two years will receive an email when the contest opens for submissions, along with a few gentle reminders until it closes.
Story Sharing Alternatives
If the blog contest isn't accepting submissions and you're eager to share right now, please use the Share Your Story form to submit your story, photos, videos, or a testimonial for review and publication.
Questions?
Questions about the contest can be sent to californianabroad@uceap.universityofcalifornia.edu.