Summer Institutes
Few universities in the world offer the extraordinary range and diversity of academic programs that students enjoy at UCLA. Situated in Los Angeles, the campus is a dynamic microcosm of the world, and many global challenges are represented in UCLA’s research, teaching, and community involvements.Our Summer Institutes bring to you the richness of UCLA’s commitment to academics and community involvement in new and exciting formats. You will find remarkable opportunities for academic study. You will also have exposure to the practical side of global business, entertainment and media, community internships, and immersion in research of your own design.
Our range of Institutes includes workshops and professional development opportunities for advanced graduate students and career professionals. Summer is the best time for honing professional skills and exploring career-enhancing opportunities.
Intensive Academic Format: All credit-bearing Summer Institutes are developed from courses that are already part of UCLA’s regular curriculum. Upon completion, your UCLA transcript will list the specific courses with grades for each separately. Students from other University of California campuses attending these programs benefit from automatic transfer of their UC transcript.
Eligibility: Applicants to Institutes that are open to high school students must have a minimum of freshman standing in the fall of 2013, unless stated otherwise by the specific Institute.
Campus Housing: On-campus housing options vary by program --please visit the program specific web pages for more information.
Financial Aid: Financial aid is available to qualified UCLA students. A limited number of full and partial scholarships are available to qualified California high school students for summer study at UCLA.
Undergraduate and graduate students from other colleges and universities should consult their home institution about financial aid availability and deadlines.
Registration and Fees: Program and course fees vary by program. Learn about UCLA's new billing and payment system with this step-by-step video.
International Students:
Our short-term Summer Institutes for high school students do not meet the F-1 or J-1 visa requirements. If you are an international student and wish to participate in one of our Summer Institutes for high school students, please consult your local US embassy/consulate for visa options prior to registering.
International students, (those who are NOT U.S. citizens and NOT currently enrolled in another U.S. academic institution) must abide by all the International Student requirements found detailed on our international student website. Please review this information carefully.
The United States Department of Homeland Security requires full-time international students (those enrolled in 8 or more units) to obtain an F-1 visa. In order to apply for the F-1 visa, you must first obtain an I-20 Certificate of Eligibility from our office. You must be enrolled in and maintain a minimum of 8 units per session in order to have a valid I-20.
If you identify yourself as an international student and complete your enrollment in 8 or more units, you will receive an email with instructions on how to apply for the I-20.
Below are the documents you will need to have prepared. All documents should be electronically scanned and saved in digital format to be uploaded via our online form. They will not be accepted via e-mail, fax or regular mail!
Passport Information |
A scanned copy of the biographical page in your passport that shows your full name, passport number, birth date, expiration date and photograph |
Financial Document(s) and Confidential Financial Statement (CFS) |
You will need to complete the Confidential Financial Statement (CFS) and either have it stamped by the bank or submit additional documents such as a bank statement or a letter from the bank showing available funds. Financial verifications must state that at least US$6,000 will be available to you for each six weeks you are at UCLA. |
Proof of English Proficiency |
We require one of the following: |
In order to guarantee the timely processing of your documents, the I-20 request must be completed NO LATER than May 15th for programs held anytime between (June 24 - August 2, 2013) and June 15th for programs held anytime between (August 5 – September 13, 2013). These documents must be uploaded by these deadlines in order to ensure that you will receive your I-20 in time to apply for the F-1 visa and attend the program.
Health Insurance: All international students will be automatically enrolled in an international health insurance policy through UCLA Institutes. The cost is $345.00 and will be applied directly to your BruinBill account shortly after registration has been completed. Full details of the insurance policy can be found on the Summer Sessions International Student website.
If you have questions related to the I-20 Request or F-1 Visa process, please feel free to send us an e-mail at international@summer.ucla.edu