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.
Global Exchange
Bilateral academic year exchange programs for undergraduate students with peer universities.
Global Seminars
Global Seminars are faculty-led, credit-bearing programs held during Summer Sessions I or II.
Global Exchange Plus
Research, experiential learning and professional development opportunities abroad.
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.
United Kingdom's High Potential Individual Visa
UC San Diego alumni within five years of graduation are eligible for the UK's High Potential Individual (HPI) visa. This visa gives graduates the opportunity to live and work anywhere in the United Kingdom for two to three years! This is a unique and easy way to experience life abroad just by having a diploma from UC San Diego!
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.
Coordinated Access Program
The Coordinated Access Program (CAP), managed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is designed to provide a more efficient and reliable crossing experience for students through institutional verification and access to designated CAP pedestrian processing lanes at select ports of entry.