Study at UC Davis
The Global Study Program (GSP) is the perfect way for international students to experience UC Davis student life and earn academic credit to apply to degree requirements at universities around the world.
What You'll Get
- UC Davis–level academics with dedicated support services
- Transferable academic credit and an official transcript
- A certificate of program completion
- Flexible course options across a wide range of disciplines
- Academic advising and optional English language support
- Full access to campus facilities, health services and student resources
- Visa and housing assistance
- A safe, welcoming college-town environment
- Planned social activities with other internationals and local American students
- Clear blue skies with 269 days of sunshine each year
What You Can Do
- Earn credit toward your degree at your home university
- Take classes alongside UC Davis students
- Participate in research
- Build international leadership and intercultural skills
- Enjoy a large, beautiful campus with high-quality facilities for fitness and sport
- Volunteer in the community
- Join one of over 850 student clubs
- Live off campus in local apartments or in homestays
- Travel across Northern California, including San Francisco, Yosemite, Napa Valley, Lake Tahoe and Silicon Valley
Global Study Program Admissions
Requirements
- 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale) (B Average)
- English Proficiency
Courses
- Choose from 100+ undergraduate departments
- Some course restrictions due to popularity
- Registration occurs several weeks before the start of term and prior to arrival in the U.S.
- Learn about courses at: catalog.ucdavls.edu
Academic Calendar 2026-2027 | |
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| Summer Session I | June 22-July 31, 2026 |
| Summer Session II | Aug. 3-Sept. 11, 2026 |
| Fall Quarter | Sept. 23-Dec. 11, 2026 |
| Winter Quarter | Jan. 4-March 19, 2027 |
| Spring Quarter | March 29-June 10, 2027 |
Application Due Dates* | |
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| Summer Sessions | March 25, 2026 |
| Fall Quarter | May 1, 2026 |
| Winter Quarter | Oct. 1, 2026 |
| Spring Quarter | Jan. 6, 2027 |
| *Consult your International Office for exact dates. | |
The UC Davis Global Study Program is administered by UC Davis’ Division of Continuing and Professional Education. The Division of Continuing and Professional Education provides academic oversight, facilitates the application and registration processes, and distributes transcripts.