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Summer 2025 UCEAP App Live

Application now open for summer 2025, workshop Nov 14, 12-1:30PM

UC Merced students, whether for their curiosity, passion for learning, or global engagement, have an exciting opportunity to broaden their horizons with 10 new study abroad programs. These programs offer incredible experiences in diverse fields, from business in Barcelona to marine science in conservation hotspots.

There's no question it has been a scorcher in Merced and most of California since the start of July. Here are 20 cities ranked from warmest to coolest based on their average high temperatures in July from Merced to the coolest study abroad city:

My Journey Abroad and Back: Studying abroad was a transformative experience that revealed passions within myself that I was previously unaware of. If I had not studied abroad, I would have not come to realize my interest for the field of International Relations/Affairs. It is for this reason that I decided to become a Peer Advisor, to continue my desire to advocate for increased undergraduate participation in studying abroad.

May is Bike Month.
Are you a biking enthusiast looking to explore the world while furthering your education? Look no further! Here’s a list of the top 10 bike-friendly study abroad destination cities, curated from the offerings at the University of California Education Abroad Program (UCEAP).

It's hard to 100% accurately predict which study abroad programs will be the most popular from one year to the next. Based on historical trends, space limitations, and past popularity, we anticipate that these programs are likely to fill more quickly than others, possibly within hours or days of the April 15 UCEAP application launch.

According to Forbes, these are the top European countries for young Americans in 2024. UC has programs in eight (8) of the top nine (9).

It's hard to 100% accurately predict which study abroad programs will be the most popular from one year to the next. Based on historical trends, space limitations, and past popularity, we anticipate that these programs are likely to fill more quickly than others, possibly within hours or days of the November 1 application launch.

September is Passport Awareness Month. Are you planning a trip? Study abroad? Don't wait, check your expiration date.