The UC Davis fees for Summer Abroad programs start at about $4200 and vary, depending
on accommodation arrangements and activities included. To find fees for a particular
program, please visit the “Fees” section for that specific program. A description
of Summer Abroad fees and payment schedule is in the
Summer Abroad Student Handbook as well as on the
Program Fees and Payment section of this website.
Most students do not realize that using financial aid and scholarships can make
study abroad more affordable. Loans, grants, and scholarships may be applied to
help fund a Summer Abroad program. For more information on funding resources, please
visit the Education Abroad Center
Scholarships and Awards page. Summer Abroad encourages Davis students to
attend the "Money Matters" workshop.
Students should apply early for financial aid and scholarships to increase their
chances of receiving funding.
Can I visit my son/daughter during the program?
Since our programs are intensive, students will have very little free time during
the program. We suggest visits after the program, when students will not have academic
obligations.
Is it safe for my daughter/son to study abroad?
Student safety is paramount. While no one can guarantee safety, UC Davis Summer
Abroad has several health and safety measures in place. Summer Abroad staff monitors
current international political, social, and economic conditions and events in program
locations. When planning programs and activities, our staff and faculty take precautions
in light of this information so that participants have the safest possible experience
abroad. In addition, faculty and staff at the program site are available to oversee
student safety and to support students who need medical assistance while abroad.
Summer Abroad educates and prepares students for travel. Prior to departure, students
receive health and safety information in the
Summer Abroad Student Handbook (SASH)in their Program Specific Guide (ask
your son/daughter to give you a copy), and at the pre-departure orientation in May.
In addition, all students receive travel/accident insurance and travel health insurance,
included in the program cost. Our staff also provides students with the information
needed to register with the U.S. Embassy.
We encourage students and parents to familiarize themselves with and maintain an
awareness of the political, social, and economic climate of their host country before
departure and during participation. The Summer Abroad and Education Abroad Center
websites provide students and parents with important links related to health and
safety while studying abroad, such as the Traveler's Health information available
from the Centers for Disease Control and the U.S. Department of State's Travel Safety
Information for Study Abroad.
Are there foreign language requirements for Summer Abroad?
No. Summer Abroad courses are taught in English, with the exception of one of the
programs taught in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Where will my student live while abroad?
Accommodations vary by program. Students may stay in residence halls, apartments,
shared houses, hostels, hotels or home stays. Specific housing information can be
found in your student's Program Specific Guide and under “Location” for specific
programs. In addition, Summer Abroad staff can assist
you or your student with questions about housing.
Can my student live with family or friends abroad?
No. Students are required to stay in the arranged housing. However, if a student
chooses to visit friends or family on a free weekend, he or she may do so. Students
should consult the program itinerary, course syllabus and the instructor before
planning weekend travels because many programs include required weekend activities—and
students often have weekend homework. No refunds will be available for nights when
students are not in arranged lodging. Note: Traveling students are required to complete
a "Weekend Travel Form" when not staying in the assigned housing.
Where can I find emergency contact information?
Emergency contact information will be available in the Program Specific Guide and
will also be distributed on a wallet-sized card with your student’s pre-departure
orientation materials. Ask your student to share this information with you.
Where can I find more information about making flight arrangements for my student?
Students will receive an email with more instructions for booking their flight after
the program is confirmed. This information will also be in the Program Specific
Guide – which your student can download through the Enrolled Access page after the
program is confirmed. Please be aware that some programs begin in one location and
end in another; please do not make flight arrangements without these instructions.
When can my student study abroad?
This summer! Students do not need to wait until their junior year to study abroad.
Summer Abroad programs are open to freshmen, sophomores, graduating seniors, and
alumni. Incoming freshmen who have
fulfilled the eligibility requirements have also participated.
How can I help my student prepare for a Summer Abroad program?
Parents are welcome to attend the Spring Orientation on Saturday, May 15, 2010 on
the UC Davis campus. This orientation is a program-specific meeting with the instructor,
who will give an overview of the program's academic focus and provide specific advice
about local currency, weather, and food.
In addition, an online orientation will be available with information about preparing
for travel and on health and safety.
We also encourage parents to
read the Summer Abroad Student Handbook (SASH), which includes more advice
about keeping in touch with loved ones, obtaining needed vaccines, packing effectively,
and purchasing airfare. The Program Specific Guide (PSG) will contain specific information
about which airport to enter through, how to travel to the accommodations, and what
to bring—including textbooks. Participants will have access to the PSG through the
student log-in. Ask your student to show you the PSG.