UC Education Abroad Program (EAP) is the UC system-wide study abroad program for the University of California. EAP programs are generally considered "immersive" because students often live and study alongside local residents and other American UC students in a foreign university or academic institution partnering with EAP. You will often speak the local language in or outside the classroom depending on the program (however, some EAP programs are offered in foreign countries where English is spoken in the academic setting even if the locals do not necessarily speak that language as their native tongue). The type of lodging varies greatly and students often have the opportunity to live with local residents or other international students.

UC Davis Quarter Abroad programs are designed by UC Davis faculty for UC Davis students. They give students the opportunity to study abroad in a program that fits right into the quarter system while taking UC classes. In addition all of our programs include field trips, excursions, and events that better introduce participants to the country they are visiting.

UC Davis Summer Abroad programs offer students short but intense academic courses that are complemented with a wealth of cultural activities. The courses are structured in such a way that students gain knowledge not only in the classroom, but also from experiential learning that takes advantage of the program site. All of our programs are built around UC Davis courses and are led by UC Davis faculty. Many provide opportunities for students to visit non-English speaking countries while doing their coursework in English. Our class sizes are limited, generally enrolling from 18-30 students, thus allowing us to create intimate learning communities overseas.

Independent study abroad Students who cannot find a suitable program within the UC portfolio of study abroad opportunities can enroll in a study abroad program offered by another American or foreign university or third-party provider that best fits their academic and practical needs. The Education Abroad Center refers to these programs as "independent" study abroad. Through the independent study abroad "leave," a student can receive transfer credit for classes taken abroad and also receive financial aid for their program!