UCDC Applications

Fall 2025 Applications: Priority Deadline - February 19th

Winter 2026 Applications: Priority Deadline - April 3rd

Apply at my.ucdc.edu

Note: Spring & Summer 2025 Applications no longer accepting applications

*While the Summer 2025 program is currently full, we are happy to accept applications for our waitlist. Historically, a significant number of students move from the waitlist to full acceptance. 

Eligibility

Students from all majors are encouraged to apply and should meet the following eligibility requirements before the program start date:

• 90 units completed
• At least 2 upper-division courses completed
• 2.5 GPA (3.0+ preferred)
• US citizenship is not required for the UCDC application
  • Please reach out to ucdc@ucsd.edu with questions

Application Materials

Complete applications must be submitted by the priority* or final posted deadlines. 

The following documents must be uploaded to the application portal at my.ucdc.edu.  

• Resume (PDF) - Click link for instructions
• Statement of Purpose (PDF) - Click link for instructions
  
• One - Two Letters of Recommendation (PDF)
  • Letters of Recommendation may be submitted online in my.ucdc.edu, in person (AIP Office, Teaching + Learning Commons @ Geisel) or by email: ucdc@ucsd.edu
  • A UC faculty letter is not required, but we suggest one letter of recommendation from a faculty member

Important Dates

UCDC Academic Calendar

* If you apply by the priority deadline, you have a higher chance of getting accepted into the program and notified earlier. If the deadline is marked "open until filled," applications will continue to be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the program is full.