International Student Programs

COVID-19 Updates for International Students

• Student Health Insurance Website
• Student Health Insurance Plan Summary
• Tips on how to protect yourself from COVID-19
• F-1 Visa Regulations for New and Continuing Students
• How long can I stay in the U.S.?
• I have applied for the Winter 2021 quarter. Will it be offered in person or online?

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University Immersion Program

• University Immersion Program: Fees (2019-2020)
• Instructions for the International Programs Application
• When and how can I enroll in UCSB Academic courses?
• When and How to Enroll in Professional (Extension) Courses?
• Student Blog: Experience UCSB!

International Diploma Program

• International Diploma Program: Fees (2019-2020)
• Instructions for International Diploma Program Application
• Study Tracks for Diploma Program
• When and How to Enroll in my certificate courses?

Applying to International Programs

• ★ How do I apply to International Programs at UCSB?
• International Program Dates
• Tuition Costs: University Immersion or Professional Certificates
• Estimated Living Expenses
• Tuition payment options
• Refund Policies

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Housing and International Student Life

• Access with a UCSB International Programs ID Card
• How do I get an ID card?
• What are the housing options on/off campus?
• How do I apply for housing?
• Do I have health insurance while studying at UCSB International Programs?
• On Campus Medical Facility - Student Health

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General Information

• Where do I find courses that are part of my program?
• Will I be able to enroll in the courses I want to take?
• What is the Gauchospace?
• When and how do I get my textbooks?
• What is a List of Proposed Courses (LPC)?
• What Is the credit value for courses?

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Enrollment Information

• How do I transfer, drop, or withdraw from a course?
• Unit and Enrollment Reminder
• Cancellation and Withdrawal from International Student Programs
• Applied Behavior Analysis for International Students: Options for Enrollment
• Child Life for International Students: Options for Enrollment

Immigration, Travel, and Visa Information

• J-1 Scholar Application Process
• How do I apply for an F-1 Visa?
• How do I transfer from another school to UCSB Professional and Continuing Education?
• How do I transfer from UCSB Professional and Continuing Education to another school?
• Can I travel internationally outside the U.S. during my program?
• Can I extend my studies?

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Optional Practical Training

• Customized Certificate with Specialization, plus OPT
• What is Optional Practical Training (OPT)?
• How do I apply for Optional Practical Training?
• What are the reporting requirements for Optional Practical Training?
• Do I need to file tax forms as an international student?

Step UPP (Undergraduate Preparation Program)

• What is the drop/refund policy of STEP UPP?

Medical English Immersion Program

• What is the Medical English Immersion Program?
• Supplemental documents for application

Becoming an Agency or Institution partner with UCSB PaCE

• Agency Application Process
• Payment Options for your Agency
• Invoicing UCSB PaCE
• Compensation
• International agents and liability insurance
• Helpful Forms and Links

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Other Resources

• International Student Programs Brochure
• Activating Your Accounts
• University Immersion/Preparation Program Roadmap
• Academic Advising
• Activities and Facilities on Campus
• Safety in Isla Vista

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