Are you a dedicated university student or a professional looking for an enriching academic experience? The University and Professional Studies (UPS) program at UC San Diego is designed just for you.
Who will BenefitIf you are a high-achieving university student or professional who would like to take a full-time schedule of credit-bearing classes at UC San Diego or UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies while studying alongside American university students, the University and Professional Studies (UPS) program might be right for you. With UPS, it is possible to study at the Bachelor’s and Master’s levels, in many of the departments at UC San Diego.
Classes:
In fall, winter, and spring quarters, you can take a full-time program (12units) consisting of UC San Diego undegraduate, graduate or extended studies division courses for university credit.The following are examples of some of the subjects that previous University and Professional Studies students have studied:
- Academic Writing
- Aerospace Engineering
- Anthropology
- Bioengineering
- Biology
- Business (graduate international business courses through the School of Global Policy and Strategy, and many other course options through the Division of Extended Studies)
- Chemistry
- Communications
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Geophysics
- History
- International Relations
- Literature
- Marine Biology
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Molecular Biology
- Music
- Oceanography
- Physics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Spanish
- Stem Cell Biology
- Theatre/Dance
- Visual Arts
- and many more
For a complete list of all UC San Diego courses, please searchtritonlink.ucsd.edu. For UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies course offerings, please seeextendedstudies.ucsd.edu.Enrollment in all classes is on a space-available basis and requires instructor and/or departmental approval.
Note: UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies courses inMaster of Advanced Studies programs,business courses at the Rady School of Management,or any courses in the School of Medicine or Pharmacy are not permitted for enrollment through UPS. Availability of graduate-level courses in other departments is strictly controlled for prerequisites.In 2024, undergraduate and graduate courses in the Department of Economics are minimallyavailable.
Duration: 1Quarter
Delivery Method:In-person
Visa:F-1 student visa
Program Schedule:
12-13 weeks each quarter
Monday – Friday (occasional Saturday workshops)
- Schedule varies depending on classes chosen
Class choice is dependent on the track you select or are eligible to participate in. See Admission Requirements for more details.
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We carefully review the background and qualifications of each applicant to ensure that those admitted to the University and Professional Studies (UPS) program will have a successful experience.The minimum acceptance requirements are listed below.
Age: 18+
Language Proficiency Requirement:
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For questions regarding alternative English proficiency exams, please email ipadmission@ucsd.edu.
Additional Admission Requirements for ALL tracks:
A copy of transcripts in English for the two most recent years of academic studies. Transcripts must clearly indicate excellent academic achievement – top 10% in the applicant's school.
UPS Course List Formof 12-15 courses per quarter, organized by quarter, that you would like to take at UC San Diego or UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies. Students must use the UPS Course List Form to submit their selections. UC San Diego courses are listed attritonlink.ucsd.edu. For a list of all of UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies course offerings please seeextension.ucsd.edu.
A one-page statement explaining your reasons for choosing UC San Diego for your study abroad experience.
All enrolled students are required to complete an online pre-arrival orientation before starting the UPS program.
- Once admitted into the program, students must maintain above-average final grades in all coursework (“B” or better).
All enrolled students are required to complete anonline pre-arrival orientationbefore starting the University and Professional Studiesprogram.
2024 Dates:
January 3- March 23
March 27- June 14
June 26- September 14
September 19- December 14
Viewa completelist of all program dates.
2024 Prices:
Application Fee: $225(nonrefundable)
Tuition: $8,000
International Student Service Fee: $400 per quarter
UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies medical insurance: $715per quarter
Books/Materials: Approximately $200-$800 per quarter (Payment CANNOT be made in advance. Books and materials must be purchased upon arrival at UC San Diego.)
Going to an American university is very different compared to universities in Europe. I really enjoyed the passion everyone brings to campus. Every professor and every advisor here gives their best to make your time at UC San Diego the most enjoyable you can have. Whenever you have a concern there is someone around to help you. You get a positive feeling from the first second you step on campus. .jpg.aspx?width=199&height=183 "University and Professional Studies (UPS) (1)")
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Note:Participating in this educational program does not provide preference in admission to the University of California (UC) degree programs. Students interested in applying to UC degree programs should refer to the UC Admissions website or the websites of other UC campuses they wish to attend for details about their admissions processes.
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