UC San Diego UC San Diego Programs Abroad OfficePrograms Abroad Office

Introduction

UCSD Alum, Thurgood Marshall College

Study Abroad Alum: University of London, School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), Academic Year

Study Abroad Advisor Amateur World Traveler

Christine J. Christine J. TrinidadTrinidad

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Introduction

Programs Abroad Office

International Students & Programs Office

International Scholars Office

UC San Diego UC San Diego International CenterInternational Center

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The International Center is located on

South Library Walk

Our Goals Today

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To answer the question, “Why should students study abroad?”

To introduce you to UC San Diego students’ study abroad options

To dispel common myths about study abroad

To answer your questions

Study abroad has effects that last long after you’ve returned home

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36.5% said study abroad directly helped in obtaining their first job after college

93.2% said cross-cultural skills learned on study abroad were professionally valuable

99.8% said they would encourage others to study abroad

In a recent study of UC San Diego study abroad alumni:

IT’S AN ADVENTURE!

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THREE WAYS TO GO - INFINITE POSSIBILITES

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35 Countries200 Programs

Short-Term Summer ProgramsSmall Class SizesTaught by UC San Diego Professors

Find or Design Your Own ProgramEarn Credit Towards Your DegreeInfinite Possibilities

1.177 UC San Diego students studied in 51 countries during 2011 - 2012

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There is no typical study abroad student – students from every background, every major, and every level can and do study abroad!

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Three Common Myths About Study Abroad: Study abroad is too expensive

Study abroad is only for certain majors; and especially not for science, math, and engineering majors

Study abroad delays graduation

Betsy Gomez, Literature Major

STUDY ABROAD IS AFFORDABLE

OAP RussiaSt. Petersburg Poly Tech. U.Semester

Scholarships:$6,000Financial Aid:$7,150Out of Pocket: $700

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Studying abroad is usually no more expensive than studying on UC San Diego’s campus, and sometimes may even be cheaper. Check out our Scholarships Database to search for all of the opportunities available to you.

STUDY ABROAD IS AFFORDABLE

51% of UC San Diego students studying abroad qualify for financial aidUC San Diego students receive about $500,000 in special scholarships to study abroad each year.UC San Diego consistently ranks in the Top 10 for Gilman Scholarship Awards. In the 2011-2012 school year, our students were awarded $124,500 towards their study abroad programs.

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FINANCIAL AID TIPS12

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When looking for a more cost effective study abroad program, look at programs that occur during the academic year.

Financial Aid is available for programs during the summer and fall. However summer is viewed as a non-essential term and there is less aid available.

Cost of a program is heavily dependent on the cost of living in a particular location. Consider places where the dollar is worth more or consider small towns vs big cities.

Michael Nekrasov, Computer Engineering Major

STUDY ABROAD IS FOR ALL MAJORS

EAP UKUniv. of EdinburghYear-long

PRIME ProgramTaiwanSummer

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We work closely with every department on campus to make sure that study abroad can be an integral part of any academic program. Check out the Major Advising Page for your department to see the best programs for you.

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UC San Diego Most Common Major for Study Abroad:

BIOLOGY

Celine Duong, Communication Major

STUDY ABROAD DOES NOT DELAY GRADUATION

EAP FranceUniv. of LyonYear-long

Credits Earned: 40

Major/Minor Credits: 34

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STUDY ABROAD DOES NOT DELAY GRADUATION

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FUN FACT OF THE DAY:

Students that study abroad actually graduate at faster rates than their peers who

choose not to study abroad.

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Regardless of your program, country, or where you are in the process, you are always welcome to make an appointment with a Programs Abroad Advisor to discuss your options.

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Good idea to meet with advisor about one year before program start date

Applications generally due about nine months before program start dateNot required to meet with an advisor before applying, but recommended

Rolling application deadline, usually opens October before program start date

Not required to meet with advisor until after accepted by the program

Applications generally due three to six months before program start date

I’m happy to answer your questions today! If you have questions later on, contact abroad@ucsd.edu !

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