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Berkeley Study Abroad is your resource for studying abroad at Berkeley. Whatever your major career path, studying abroad opens you to new experiences, perspectives, and ideas that reach far beyond the Berkeley campus.
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Get started WHERE can I go? WHAT can I study?
Is there somewhere you’ve always wanted to go or a culture you’d like to explore? Identify destinations and programs that appeal to you using the “Explore” tab on our website
Take your studies on the road and stay on track to graduate on time! You can:
Take classes that count toward your major, with options for nearly every career path and interest, including STEM! Fulfill breadth requirements Study a language Intern Conduct research and more!
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Sign up for our mailing list to hear about deadlines, new programs, info sessions, and scholarship opportunities: bit.ly/BSAnewsletter
Consider your academic, personal, and professional goals for studying abroad Check out the “Academics” section of our website to learn how study abroad coursework fits with your degree
WHEN should I go?
Summer is an excellent time for intensive options on a tight schedule. Semester and year-long programs are great for language and cultural immersion. Reflect on what type of abroad experience you prefer using our flow chart on page 5 Meet with a study abroad adviser for guidance in choosing a program or to get information about specific programs Verify application deadlines via the “Explore” grid on our website
HOW can I fund it?
Some programs are equivalent to, or even less than, the cost of attendance at UC Berkeley. You can apply your financial aid towards year-long, summer, and semester participation in study abroad, and many generous scholarships are available. Research program costs, financial aid, and scholarships on our website Meet with a study abroad financial aid counselor at 160 Stephens Hall to discuss your financial needs and program costs
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Find the right program option for you! Berkeley Study Abroad is your resource for more than 400 study and internship options through Berkeley, the UC system, and beyond. Let us help you sort through the program options with this helpful chart.
How much time would you like to spend abroad?
Semester
Year-long
Summer
What would you like to accomplish during your time abroad?
Research or service-learning
Internship
How much time would you like to dedicate to your internship?
The internship takes priority with classes on the side.
Academics
Who would you like to see as your professors and classmates?
Classes take priority with the internship on the side.
Professors and classmates from the host country.
Berkeley faculty with a cohort of Berkeley students.
Berkeley Global Internships
UC Education Abroad Program
Berkeley Summer Abroad
• Berkeley’s summer academic internship program • Gain work experience in locations across the globe • Placements based on your academic background, experience, and interests • Students receive Berkeley credit • Financial aid applies
• UC’s system-wide study abroad program • Hundreds of summer, semester and year-long options in over 40 countries • Students receive UC credit • Financial aid applies
• Intensive summer programs led by Berkeley faculty • Focus on special topics, languages, and cultures • Live, study, and travel with Berkeley students • Students receive Berkeley credit • Financial aid applies
If you are interested in a program outside of these options, you can study abroad under independent programs. LEARN MORE AT: myapp.berkeley.edu/independent.pdf Please note that independent programs would likely offer transfer credit and may not be eligible for financial aid. 4
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If you could study anywhere in the world, where would you go? Berkeley oers study abroad opportunities across six continents and more than 40 countries. In addition to the programs oered through Berkeley Study Abroad, independent study abroad options can be found in dozens of countries around the world.
Argentina Australia Barbados Belgium Bosnia Botswana Brazil Canada Chile China Costa Rica Croatia
Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic France Germany Ghana Hong Kong Hungary India Ireland Israel
Italy Japan Jordan Korea Mexico Morocco Netherlands New Zealand Norway Peru Philippines Poland
Portugal Russia Senegal Serbia Singapore Solomon Islands South Africa Spain Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand United Kingdom- England United Kingdom- Scotland
Subject to change. Visit our website for the most up-to-date list of program locations.
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Costs and Financial Aid WHERE should you start?
Check out the “Finances” section of our website to learn about identifying funding, program costs, what aid covers, scholarships, and tips for lowering costs. Berkeley Study Abroad has dedicated financial aid counselors at 160 Stephens Hall that can help explain program budgets and aid options for your specific circumstances.
Good news
Aid travels with you! There are many ways to fund your study abroad experience! If you are eligible for financial aid, you can apply your aid toward program fees, meals, housing, and airfare.
SCHOLARSHIPS are available
There are a variety of scholarships available to Berkeley students. You can find scholarships for specific subjects, majors, countries, programs, and more. • Berkeley is also a top producer of Gilman Scholarship recipients and hosts seasonal workshops on crafting a strong Gilman application. • UCEAP offers $1.5 million in scholarships for a variety of their programs.
BUDGET locations
Some programs are equivalent to, or even less than, the cost of attendance at Berkeley. In addition to program costs, consider the cost of living in your host country. Some affordable locations include: Barbados, China, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, Sweden, South Africa, Taiwan, and Thailand.
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Next Steps
7-12 months out
EXPLORE Research your study abroad options using the “Explore” grid on our website. Note that application deadlines vary by program. 7-12 months out
VISIT US! Stop by during drop-in advising for help selecting a program, applying, academic planning, financial questions, and more! 7-12 months out
FINANCES Apply for financial aid and/or scholarships. Meet with a financial aid counselor at 160 Stephens Hall to confirm your options. 6-10 months out
PREPARE Review the application instructions for your chosen program through the “Apply” link on the “Explore” grid. 6-12 months out for UCEAP options
APPLY Gather and submit application forms for your chosen program (see our “Explore” grid for application links). 2-5 months out for Berkeley Global Internships & Berkeley Summer Abroad
APPLY Gather and submit application forms (see our “Explore” grid for application links).
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STUDENT PROFILES
Berkeley Global Internships
Berkeley Summer Abroad
What was the most memorable or meaningful aspect of your time abroad?
What impact did studying abroad have on you? Study Abroad literally transformed my life as it allowed me to experience the beauty of the world from a different perspective. Through Study Abroad, I learned that it is essential to be open-minded as there is always something new to learn when experiencing different cultures.
I bonded really closely with the other Berkeley students in the program, and in the span of two months, we all became really good friends. We basically all travelled through Central Europe together, bonded in our hostels, bonded over our similar struggles of not knowing Czech, and so many other things.
What would you recommend to students considering studying abroad?
What would you recommend to students considering studying abroad?
One of the best decisions I’ve ever made was to attend the Brazil study abroad program, as the experience was better than I would have ever imagined and I experienced the beauty of the world from a different perspective.
I knew I wanted to study abroad, but I didn’t know if I would be able to pay for it. Talking to a financial aid adviser is so important, and it really showed me the amount of grants and scholarships available for low-income students! I was able to get my entire program covered through various grants and scholarships, and there are so many other opportunities as well. So, if you are at all considering it, talk to an advisor, because it may be a lot more accessible than you think!
Nathan Gecan Planning major, Geospatial Information Science & Technology minor Berkeley Global Internships Czech Republic Summer Term
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What helped me to have such an amazing time was the decision to fully allow myself to experience, understand, and immerse myself in the culture, without passing any judgment.
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The Global Internships program was amazing, and matched me into my very niche field of interest — City Planning. I didn’t think it was going to be possible, but I had an amazing internship and
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learned a ton about this field.
Through my study abroad experience in Brazil, I feel as though I gained family and life long friends, on the other side of the world; I still keep in contact with
Sommar Washington Media Studies major Berkeley Summer Abroad Brazil Summer Term
many of the Brazilian students I met and I will surely be back to visit them!
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Explore Berkeley Global Internships!
Explore Berkeley Summer Abroad programs!
globalinternships.berkeley.edu
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STUDENT PROFILES
UC Education Abroad Program (UCEAP)
Independent Study Abroad Program
Why did you choose your country/program?
What was the biggest challenge/concern of your study abroad experience?
Studying abroad was always one of my top priorities before even coming to college, but as a pre-health student I found it difficult to find time in my schedule to go abroad. It wasn’t until I went to the study abroad office that I found out that there were summer opportunities for even STEM students.
I did not know one person going into my study abroad program. While this was something I wanted in a study abroad experience, I also had some concerns over finding a community of friends and like-minded people. Luckily, on Semester at Sea there were various clubs and groups I could join with people who had similar interests as me.
What impact did studying abroad have on you? Before I studied abroad, I was shy around people I didn’t really know and had trouble being myself the way I am with my friends and family. It took time for me to warm up to people and be myself. It just didn’t feel comfortable. It wasn’t until I went to Dublin that I really opened myself to new opportunities to meet people and really interact with them.
Maria Perez Integrative Biology, Molecular & Cell Biology double major UCEAP Dublin, Singapore Summer Terms
After studying abroad and igniting my passion for international education, I would love to work in another country and experience different cultures. I am totally open to the new opportunities that are available internationally and would like to expand my knowledge. Studying abroad has definitely been one of the most amazing aspects of my time at Cal and has influenced my career choices.
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Spending an extended period of time in a country different than your own is an eye-opening experience that no one should pass up. It’s such
What impact did studying abroad have on you? Studying abroad made me want to learn even more about the world. It has changed my perspective on a variety of topics ranging from sustainability to the environment to foreign policy. Studying abroad has increased my desire to possibly work abroad one day and pursue a career in foreign diplomacy or international affairs.
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Many of my classes at Cal were on international policy, human rights, and global poverty. Semester at Sea allowed me to have the opportunity to immerse myself in what I was
Hannah Kolber Legal Studies major Independent (Semester at Sea) Asia + Europe Spring Term
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learning about.
an amazing feeling experiencing the lives of others and learning more about other people and other countries.
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Explore all UCEAP options!
Learn more about Independent Study Abroad!
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Advising We are excited to help you begin your journey! Our advising team is on-hand to guide you through the study abroad process. Stop by 160 Stephens Hall during drop-in advising hours to talk with a Study Abroad Adviser, Peer Adviser, or Financial Aid Counselor.
View Berkeley Study Abroad Advising Hours bit.ly/BSAschedule
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Visit us! 160 Stephens Hall +1 510-642-1356 studyabroad@berkeley.edu studyabroad.berkeley.edu
@ucbstudyabroad
While every eort is made to ensure the accuracy of information in this booklet, it is subject to change without notice.
How to ďŹ nd us: Photo by Eric Jo in Sintra, Portugal