Summer University Program
By enrolling in the Summer University Program through UC San Diego Extension International Programs, you will receive very high quality students services, including:
- academic advising
- immigration advising
- health and welfare advising
- participate in student events organized by Extension International Programs
The tuition for Extension's Summer University Program is higher than it is with direct enrollment on the campus Summer Session website because of the additional services and personal attention you will receive from Extension International Programs throughout your Summer University Program.
Who should take this program?
You should take the Summer University Program if you are a high-achieving student who would like to take a full-time or part-time schedule of credit-bearing courses at UC San Diego while studying alongside American university students in the summer. Extension's Summer University Program consists of regular university courses compressed into two five-week periods and both sessions are very rigorous. A schedule of 8 units per 5-week session (usually two classes) is considered full-time study.
Enrollment for visiting and international students begins April 20, 2020. To ensure you obtain your choice in courses, please apply early to solidify your schedule in April 20, 2020, at the start of open-enrollment for visiting and international students. While international students may begin reviewing courses beginning March 2020 (when UC San Diego students begin enrolling in Summer Session classes), visiting and international students may not enroll in courses until April 20, 2020.
What this program includes
You may take 4-8 units (usually one or two classes), and choose from most UC San Diego departments, including:
- Anthropology
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Communication
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Engineering
- History
- Languages
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Mathematics
- Music
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Theatre and Dance
- Visual Arts
- and many more
Course options can be found in the UC San Diego General Catalog. All summer university courses are on a space-available basis, so you must select alternate choices on Extension's Summer University Program Supplemental Application Form just in case your first-choice courses are full. Once we have confirmed your course enrollment, you will receive confirmation and acceptance materials from our Extension International Programs admissions department. Before you enroll, be sure to review Extension's Summer University Program Refund Policy, below. Certain courses may require prior experience in the course subject area. All classes are subject to change or cancellation based on UC San Diego scheduling decisions.
Dates
2020 Dates
- Session I: June 26 - August 1*
- Session II: July 31 - September 5*
* All instruction will be by remote learning, either asynchronously or on Pacific Standard Time, due to the COVID-19 situation.
2021 Dates
- Session I: June 25 - July 31
- Session II: July 30 - September 4
Admission Requirements
Below, please find the minimum acceptance requirements for the Extension Summer University Program below. We carefully review the background and qualifications of each applicant to ensure that those admitted into the Extension Summer Session program will have a successful experience.
Language Proficiency Requirement
Prospective students must have one of the following scores to participate in this program:
- TOEFL internet-based: 83
- IELTS: 7.0
- Cambridge Proficiency or Advanced Exams: Pass
- CEFR: (level C1)
- PTE: 66
- DAAD Listening Comprehension—4 stars (4/5), Spoken Language—4 stars (4/5), Reading—4 stars (4/5), Writing—4 stars (4/5)
- Duolingo English Test: 110
Additional Admission Requirements
Note: Once admitted into the program, you must maintain above-average final grades in all coursework (“B” or better).
Program Schedule
- 5 weeks
- Monday – Friday
- Schedule varies depending on classes chosen
- The part-time Extension Summer University Program does not qualify for an I-20 to obtain the F-1 student visa
Note: Participating in this educational program does not itself provide preference in admission to the University of California (UC) degree programs. Students interested in applying to UC degree programs should refer to the UC Admissions website, or the websites of other UC campuses they wish to attend for details about their admissions process.
Cost (in U.S. dollars)
- Application Fee: $200 (nonrefundable)
- FedEx fee: $50 (optional, but recommended to obtain the I-20 for the student visa)
- 2020 Full-time Tuition (8 units): $6,075
- 2021 Full-time Tuition (8 units): TBD
- 2020 Part-time Tuition (4 units): $4,925
- 2021 Part-time Tuition (4 units): TBD
- International Student Service Fee: $380 per session (5 weeks)
- UC San Diego Extension medical insurance fee: $270 per session (5 weeks)
- Books/Materials: Approximately $200-$800 per quarter (Payment CANNOT be made in advance. Books and materials must be purchased upon arrival at UC San Diego.)
Payment & Refund Policies
Payments:
All fees and full tuition must be paid in full at time of application. Tuition is not prorated.
Program Cancellation and Refund Schedule:
All application, express mail, and medical insurance fees are non-refundable. Refunds are given through the mode of original payment. Agent/University-referred students receive refunds through the agent or university. All requests for refunds, add/drop MUST be in writing.
Extension's Summer University Program I: June 26 - August 1, 2020
- June 22 and before: Full refund of tuition, minus a $500 cancellation fee
- June 23-July 6 at 3 p.m.: 50% refund of tuition, minus a $500 cancellation fee
- July 6 after 3 p.m.: No refunds
Extension's Summer University Program II: July 31 - September 5, 2020
- July 27 and before: Full refund of tuition, minus a $500 cancellation fee
- July 28-August 8 at 3:00 p.m.: 50% refund of tuition, minus a $500 cancellation fee
- August 8 after 3:00 p.m.: No refunds
Program Change Schedule and Fees:
When enrolling in one of Extension's Summer University Programs, you may change from part-time to full-time or from full-time to part-time. If you have chosen to study full-time, you cannot take more than 8 units. Only one change is allowed according to the policies below:
Extension's Summer University Program I: June 26 - August 1, 2020
Only one change is allowed:
Part-time students changing to full-time students
- June 22 and before: Additional tuition
- June 23-July 6 at 3 p.m.: Additional tuition, $100 late add fee
Full-time students changing to part-time students (see “Important” information below):
- June 22 and before: Refund of additional tuition
- June 23-July 6 at 3 p.m.: Refund of additional tuition, minus $100 late drop fee
- July 6 after 3 p.m.: No refund of additional tuition, $100 late drop fee
Extension's Summer University Program II: July 31 - September 5, 2020
Part-time students changing to full-time students
- July 29 and before: Additional tuition
- July 30-August 8 at 3:00 pm: Additional tuition, $100 late add fee
Full-time students changing to part-time students (see “Important” information below):
- July 29 and before: Refund of additional tuition
- July 30-August 8 at 3:00 p.m.: Refund of additional tuition, minus $100 late drop fee
- August 8 after 3:00 p.m.: No refund of additional tuition, $100 late drop fee
Class Change Schedule and Fees:
For all class change requests, email ups-program@ucsd.edu
Extension's Summer University Program I
- June 22 and before: No additional fee to change a class
- June 25-July 6 at 3 p.m.: $100 late change fee
- July 6 after 3 p.m.: No class changes
Extension's Summer University Program II
- July 29 and before: No additional fee to change a class
- July 30-August 7 at 3:00 p.m.: $100 late change fee
- August 7 after 3:00 p.m.: No class changes
Important: Full-time students with F-1 student visa status who withdraw from their program or drop below 8 units to part-time status without authorization, will be in violation of their status. You should speak with the Immigration Adviser before making any changes to your program of study to ensure compliance with U.S. immigration regulations.
Note: All charges are subject to change. Please ask at time of withdrawal or change for current charges.