Student Resources
As a department within Student Affairs and Campus Life, Global Initiatives is, at its core, student-centered. We support all students, domestic and international, undergraduate and graduate, in pursuing a global experience during their time at UC San Diego. Explore the different opportunities and support services available to campus's diverse student populations.
Programs Abroad
Study Abroad
Study Abroad UC San Diego is the primary office committed to academic year and summer exchange opportunities around the world.
Global Exchange
Global Exchange Programs are study abroad experiences available to UC San Diego undergraduate students at select universities.
Global Exchange Plus
Global Exchange Plus programs are research and internship opportunities available at select institutions.
Global Seminars
Global Seminars are faculty-led, credit-bearing programs held during Summer Sessions I or II.
Scholarships & Funding
Study Abroad
Learn how to apply financial aid packages to study abroad programs and pursue scholarships for additional support.
Fulbright Student Program
Teach English, conduct research, or enroll in a degree program in hundreds of countries through a Fulbright award.
Gilman Scholarship
The Gilman scholarship awards Pell-eligible undergraduate students grants of $5,000 to study or intern abroad.
Undergraduate Research Hub
URH advises on prestigious scholarships for international experiences.
Fellowships for Graduate Students
The Fellowships team in the Office of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs (GEPA) is the first point of contact for graduate students seeking funding for international training experiences, research, travel, and more.
On-Campus Global Learning
GET CCR
The Globally Engaged Tritons Co-Curricular Record Opportunity (GET CCR) enables all UC San Diego students to earn credit on their Co-Curricular Record for being involved in events that promote global engagement.
iEvents
The iEvents calendar contains on-campus globally-focused programs, events and activities for all audiences. The calendar is also where students can get involved in events that count towards their Globally Engaged Tritons Co-Curricular Record.
International Student Admission & Enrollment
International Student Support Services
The International Services & Engagement Office (ISEO), a unit of Global Initiatives, supports all international Tritons. ISEO advising and programming teams are dedicated to enhancing the international student experience on campus.
