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How to Apply to a UCEAP Program

You must submit TWO applications: Tritons Abroad and the UCEAP Portal application 

  • UCEAP Application Deadline information can be found on this page. Check the "Capacity Notes" column for important fill-rate information.
  • Students can only apply to one UCEAP program for a given term abroad. If you are not selected for a program, your advisor can work with you to find an alternative.
 

Tritons Abroad applications open October 1, 2023

2025-26 Tritons Abroad applications open October 1, 2024

1) Check the UCEAP program's deadline. 

2) Create a Tritons Abroad account. (Note: New students who have not yet registered for classes, may use the "Non-UCSD student login" option if UCSD's Single Sign-On system doesn't recognize you.)

3) In Tritons Abroad, navigate to the "Search programs" tab, find your UCEAP program, and complete the application for the appropriate term you intend to study abroad.  Be sure to submit the application.

4) You will receive a confirmation email of the completed Tritons Abroad application from abroad@ucsd.edu. Save this email.

Summer 2024/Fall 2024/AY 2024-25 UCEAP Portal applications open November 1, 2023 Winter/Spring 2025 UCEAP Portal applications open April 1, 2024

UCEAP Application Portal Opens:
Summer 2025: November 14, 2024 at 9 am PST
Fall 2025/Year 2025-26: November 20, 2024 at 9 am PST
Winter/Spring 2026: April 15, 2024 at 9 am PST

1) Create an account in the UCEAP Portal to begin an application.

2) Review the Eligibility Requirements to confirm you're eligible for your program of interest.

3) Review the Application Instructions and Requirements section for required documents, the passport deadline, and general instructions to apply. Every program has its own instructions. Complete the application and submit. 

Note: In the Academic Information section of the application, you will list courses you currently take and courses you plan to take in all terms prior to your program abroad. If you are not sure of future courses, simply put what you hope to take.

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Your application will be reviewed by both UCEAP and Study Abroad UC San Diego.

Your application will be reviewed on a rolling basis and you can expect an email within 3 weeks from the time you submit your applications. 

- After UCSD reviews your application, we will email you next-step information. Included in this email is the Academic Planning Form, a tool in which you list the courses you plan to take abroad and your academic advisors will review and five feedback for course equivalencies.

- After UCEAP reviews and approves your application, they will send you a welcome email with their next steps.

From application to departure, check your email regularly for updates from Study Abroad UC San Diego and UCEAP.

Check out our UCEAP FAQ page and reach out to our office via the Virtual Advising Center (VAC).
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