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Start your memorable Caribbean experience in Bridgetown, the diverse capital and commercial center of Barbados. This tropical island nation boasts white sand beaches, mild weather, and unique opportunities such as shipwreck diving and snorkeling with sea turtles.

Along with regular university courses, you may conduct fieldwork or personalized research with a local faculty mentor. You can also volunteer as an educator in the community; many students enjoy mentoring local schoolchildren and participating in the HIV/AIDS peer education internship.

Effective Monday, April 2, 2018 there will be an increase to the passport acceptance fee (also known as the execution fee) from $25 to $35. Other fees for passport application services will remain the same.

Gilman Scholar, Annett Rodriguez

Joie de vivre, the joy of living, sums up the French appetite for life. Stroll along the banks of a quiet river, browse the city-sized art galleries of the Louvre, sample cuisine at a bouch​on tavern in Lyon, or debate politics at a corner café in Bordeaux. Whatever you do, you will feel, see, taste and understand why some of history’s greatest artists, writers and scholars have been attracted to France.

Discover how traditional and modern Thailand converge in the political, economic and spiritual center of Bangkok. Nestled within the tropics of Southeast Asia, this metropolitan capital attracts nature lovers and urban dwellers alike.

Not only will you find beautiful temples, floating markets and incredible food, but also opportunities to make a difference during the fall or spring terms in a diverse range of internship options in education, public health, finance, sustainability and social services. Summer options introduce you to Thai studies or public health services in mobile rural communities.​

Birthplace of the Renaissance. Cultural mecca. Pizza and gelato paradise. The attractions are endless when it comes to Italy. Discover la dolce vita as you stroll through miles of elegant porticos and famous food markets of Bologna, suit up to learn the business side of Milan’s fashion runways and high-end commerce, visit Rome’s monumental sights clothed in marble, or meet with local artisans in Florence.

With a choice of four magnificent locations, you can meet a number of academic and personal goals. Take courses to fulfill major or GE/breadth requirements, hone your Italian language skills or explore internships in such areas as art history, public health, education or film. Outside of class, UCEAP hosts lectures and cultural events, cooking classes, day trips, volunteer options and conversation exchanges to help you acclimate to Italian life.

Discover how traditional and modern Thailand converge in the political, economic and spiritual center of Bangkok. Nestled within the tropics of Southeast Asia, this metropolitan capital attracts nature lovers and urban dwellers alike.

Not only will you find beautiful temples, floating markets and incredible food, but also opportunities to make a difference during the fall or spring terms in a diverse range of internship options in education, public health, finance, sustainability and social services. Summer options introduce you to Thai studies or public health services in mobile rural communities.​

Study, research, intern, volunteer, teach… abroad! Join us for hot chocolate & cookies. We can even help you with your passport photos and passport application!

UC Merced students Barajas, Gurrola, Monterroza Figueroa, Spaeth awarded U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship to study abroad.

The Southeast Asian city-state of Singapore—with its mix of Chinese, Malay, Indian​​​ and Western traditions—provides a uniquely global experience with an ultramodern international city set within a beautiful tropical setting. The city's scrumptious food, pristine streets and modern architecture add to its attraction. Faculty from all over the world are attracted to live and teach in the innovative and collaborative academic culture of this prosperous nation. ​

Whether you explore conservation of tropical ecosystems, participate in pioneering international research, or delve into the economics, politics, and history of Southeast Asia, this is a remarkable and unique experience to add to your undergraduate studies at UC.