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Did you miss the UCEAP Japan spring 2018 deadline for study abroad? UCEAP has just granted extensions for a pair of programs in Japan.

A Freeman-ASIA Award provides need-based funding to assist the recipient with the cost of the study abroad program and related expenses, including airfare, basic living costs, local transportation, books, etc.

Japan is a captivating and fascinating place for your study abroad​. The country is a dichotomy of worlds—from the serenity of bamboo forests, tranquil temples and traditional teahouses to its global engagement as an ultramodern, fast-paced country on the frontier of scientific advances and new technologies.

With top-ranked partners in cities throughout Japan, UCEAP offers a variety of academic offerings and campus settings to suit your personal interests, your major studies and life goals. Pursue research or internships, master Japanese language, enjoy anime or martial arts, climb Mt. Fuji — you can do it all in Japan.

Join the Sea Shepard activists from the hit show Whale Wars as they risk it all to save the Antarctic whales. Students will join Captain Lockhart Maclean on the Sea Shepherds’ newest small vessel, the Gojira as they learn the intricacies of environmental justice in the field.

July 26 will mark the last new student orientation and the forecast is for a very warm welcome. The average high temperature in Merced in July? 96°. If you find it too hot in Merced, consider study abroad as an alternative. With the top 10 coolest cities.

Did you know that it's possible to walk in Commencement and study abroad in the same semester? It takes good planning and some flexibility but it is entirely possible.

Start off 2016-17 with a study abroad experience! There is need to worry about arranging flights, getting too far outside your comfort zone, or having to say goodbye to everyone or everything you love in California.

The Gilman Scholarship asks you to address your challenges in studying or interning abroad. This may be one of the most compelling sections of your application; be sure to make the most of it.

Like any statement of purpose for study abroad, a central focus should be on your academic motives. As international education professionals, we who evaluate statements of purpose need to see some intentionality in how you chose your study abroad program and how it fits with your academic and career goals.

With the Gilman Scholarship due in 5 days, you should order your UC Merced official transcript by Friday to be sure it arrives on time. Here are transcript tips to save time, money, and headaches.