Who is eligible to enroll?
- To be eligible to participate in the UCEAP Global Start program you must meet the following requirements:
- Be a First-year student admitted to UC Davis.
- Students must also submit a statement of intent to register (SIR) by the campus deadline.
- Be 18 years old by September 23, 2026.
- Have a U.S. or EU passport by September 23, 2026. UC Davis recommends that your passport be valid for at least six months beyond your intended date of departure from the international destination.
- Must attend the mandatory summer hybrid orientations.
Application and Program Timeline
| UC Davis & UCEAP Application Opens | April 1 |
| UC Davis & UCEAP Application Closes | May 21 |
| Pre-departure Orientation | Late June |
| Intercultural Orientation #1 | Late July |
| Intercultural Orientation #2 | Early September |
| Global Start Program Starts | September 22, 2026 |
| Global Start Program Ends | December 11, 2026 |