Expressions of Interest for New Faculty-led Study Abroad Programs—Academic Year 2027
The Global Learning Hub invites Academic Senate and Academic Federation faculty with active teaching appointments to submit Expressions of Interest proposals for developing new faculty-led study abroad programs for Academic Year 2027.
Our goal is to expand UC Davis study abroad opportunities in response to student demand for shorter, more affordable, and academically engaging programs—and to support faculty who seek to integrate global learning into their teaching.
Before building your proposal, be sure to consult the Checklist (Box).
Priority Program Models
We are currently accepting proposals for the following three models:
- Summer Abroad (Summer 2027)
- 4 weeks abroad
- 8 units of credit
- Read more about this model (Box)
- Quarter Abroad Intensive (Spring & Fall 2027)
- On-campus course (3–5 units) during the regular fall or spring quarter
- 2+ weeks abroad during Winter Break or after Spring Quarter
- Read more about this model (Box)
- Summer Abroad Intensive (Summer 2027)
- 3 weeks abroad
- 6 units of credit
- Should demonstrate focus on UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) or UC Davis Grand Challenges
- Read more about this model (Box)
Proposal Criteria
Expressions of Interest proposals should:
- Build on existing, approved UC Davis courses from the catalog
- Demonstrate student interest in the topic, course, and major
- Demonstrate the value of a program in the location and major proposed
- Enrich the portfolio of programs already offered
- Be mindful of student costs
- Advance Global Learning Goals and Outcomes
- Align with the university’s vision of Inclusive Excellence
- Indicate commitment to offer the program for multiple years.
If selected, faculty will partner with the Faculty Director and Global Learning Hub Team to develop, market and deliver the program—with full administrative and on-site support.
Key Details
- Deadline: Monday, February 9, 2026 (11:59 p.m.)
- Submit: Expressions of Interest Proposal Form (Box) - please review the detailed criteria checklist before building your proposal.
- Review: Expressions of Interest will be evaluated by the Global Learning Hub Program Review Committee, advising the Vice Provost and Dean of Global Affairs.
Information Sessions
Join us to learn more about the process and available support:
- Friday, January 9, 2026 | 10:00–11:30 AM | Zoom
- Friday, January 30, 2026 | 2:00–3:30 PM | International Center, Room 3119
For questions, please contact Aliki Dragona, Faculty Director, Academic Programs.
Thank you for helping expand global learning opportunities for our students.
Timeline for Building and Offering a Study Abroad Program
| Month | Steps Involved for Building and Offering a Study Abroad Program |
|---|---|
| December | New Expressions of Interest program proposals call (Academic Senate and Academic Federation) |
| February | Proposals due for review by Program Review Committee and Global Affairs |
| May | Decisions regarding new program proposals communicated to faculty |
| June-July | Faculty and GLH staff begin to build the new program; information developed for a program website |
| August-September | Program website created |
| September-December | Marketing and Outreach, Phase I |
| September-October | Program budget finalized |
| November | Program cost to students published online |
| October-May | Faculty attend required meetings and training to prepare for teaching study abroad programs |
| December | Enrollment opens |
| January-March | Marketing and Outreach, Phase II |
| March | Enrollment closes |
| May | Pre-departure orientation |
| May-June | Faculty preparation before programs begin |
| June-September | Summer Programs, and some Quarter Abroad Intensive Programs, are abroad |
| December-January | Quarter Abroad Intensives Programs are abroad |
Questions?
If you have any questions in any of these areas, please contact Aliki Dragona, Faculty Director, Academic Programs, Global Learning Hub, to discuss your ideas further.
