Study Abroad in 2027
The Global Learning Hub, within Global Affairs, is pleased to announce the 2027 lineup of UC Davis study abroad programs for UC Davis Summer Abroad, UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships, UC Davis Fall Quarter Abroad, and UC Davis Global Intensives. Choose from in-person or virtual options in fields like business, communication, global health, agricultural and international development, engineering and more. Financial aid applies and there are many scholarships available. Visit our Scholarships and Funding page to learn how to receive a financial aid estimate, get tips for budgeting and search for scholarships. Check out Study Abroad in Your Major to find programs that fit your academic goals.
Get Started
Ready to study or intern abroad this summer? Start by creating your UC Davis Global Learning Profile to receive email updates about info sessions, program options, and key deadlines. UC Davis summer programs are open to all students (UC and other U.S. institutions). Earn up to eight units in just four weeks while exploring the world!
Applications open for Summer Abroad, Summer Internships (abroad and virtual) and Fall Quarter Abroad on December 2, 2026. Applications are on a first-completed, first-reserved basis.
UC Davis Summer Abroad
Travel the world with UC Davis faculty and a small group of fellow students while earning UC credit toward your major, minor, or GE requirements. Explore new cultures, gain global perspectives in your field, and build lasting friendships and professional connections.
UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships
Gain real-world experience and global perspective through a UC Davis Summer Abroad Internship. Open to all majors, these 4–8 week programs guarantee placements in a wide range of fields across the world. You’ll boost your résumé, strengthen applications to graduate or professional schools, and develop valuable cross-cultural skills. UC Davis faculty mentor students remotely throughout the program, while trusted on-site partners provide 24/7 support—ensuring a meaningful and safe international experience.
Internship Tracks Available in 2027
Explore the over 20 UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships planned for this summer:
- Agricultural & International Development
- Animal and Veterinary Science
- Business and Communication
- Fashion and Design Practice
- Education
- Engineering and Computer Science
- Environment, Green Tech, Sustainability
- Global Health
- Psychology
- Virtual Summer Internships
UC Davis Global Intensives
UC Davis Global Intensives are for students interested in 2-3-week, 6-unit programs abroad that require less time away from campus. These programs are multi-disciplinary and focus on one or more UN Sustainable Development Goals.
New Programs in 2027
UC Davis Summer Abroad
Environment and Society in Croatia (NEW—Global Intensive)
Lošinj—Croatia
Sociology
Discover how nature, culture, and conservation intersect through fieldwork on Croatia’s vibrant Adriatic coast.
Monuments & Memory in Paris (NEW)
Paris, Saint-Malo—France
Humanities
Study French art, history, and cultural memory in Paris, where every boulevard, museum, and monument tells a story.
BIO 1 in Dublin (NEW)
Dublin—Ireland
Biological Sciences
Discover evolution and ecology in Dublin through immersive field experiences, Irish natural history, and the vibrant culture.
Unbound Histories, Livable Futures (NEW—Global Intensive)
San Juan, Puerto Rico
History
Study Puerto Rico’s history, art, and politics alongside communities shaping a more livable future.
The Black Human Rights Tradition (NEW—Global Intensive)
Johannesburg—South Africa
African American and African Studies
Join community leaders and activists to explore human rights through Johannesburg’s culture, history, and communities.
UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships
Engineering Internships in Singapore (NEW)
Singapore
Engineering
Build your engineering career in Singapore’s fast-paced crossroads of commerce, technology, and culture.
UC Davis Quarter Abroad Intensive
Culture and Innovation in China (NEW—Global Intensive)
Guangzhou and Shenzhen, China
East Asian Languages and Cultures
Examine tradition and innovation in South China, from Cantonese culture to green energy and high-speed rail.
See all UC Davis Quarter Abroad and Quarter Abroad Intensives (Spring and Fall 2027) and UC Davis Virtual Internships (Summer 2027) programs. For more information about all global learning opportunities available at UC Davis, see our calendar of info sessions, workshops, and events and our new Global Learning Programs search tool.