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How to Apply
International student enrollment requirements
Education
You must have a college degree. This could be an associate’s, bachelor's, master's, doctorate, or another equivalent higher degree.
English Proficiency Score
- iBT TOEFL 70
- IELTS 6.0
- Duolingo 95
- TOEIC 760
- iTEP 3.7
- GTECT CBT 1200
- GTECT (tablet) 1204
- Pearson (PTE Academic) 59
- Pearson Versant 65
- Equivalent accepted qualifications
Note: An English waiver may apply if you have completed a university or college degree from an English-speaking country. We also accept qualifications from a few language institutions.
Take these steps to apply as a full-time international student
STEP 1: Download and fill out the International Student Application Form.
International Student Application
STEP 2: Gather the following documents:
- Bank statement showing a minimum of $30,000 to cover yearly living and tuition expenses
- Proof of English Proficiency
- Copy of college transcripts or diploma
- Copy of passport
- Resume (optional)
- Personal Statement (optional)
Domestic status
If you are already in the U.S. or planning to transfer from another U.S. institution, please provide:
- A copy of your visa
- A copy of your I-94
- A copy of your recent I-20 (for transfer students)
STEP 3: Send in your application.
Send your completed application forms via email to:
- extensioninternational@ucsc.edu
or send your application by regular mail to:
- International Program Assistant
UCSC Silicon Valley Extension
3175 Bowers Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95054
USA
Step 4: Pay your application fee.
Log into your Student Account to pay the $150 application fee.
See Certificates and Costs page for more information.
F-1 Visa Application Deadlines
International student applications must be submitted by the following dates.
Here is our academic calendar.
Quarter | Quarter Start/End Dates |
If you are IN THE U.S. Application Due Dates |
If you are NOT IN THE U.S. Application Due Dates |
---|---|---|---|
Fall | August 19–Dec 31 | August 1 | July 15 |
Winter | Jan 1–Mar 31 | December 15 | November 15 |
Spring | March 18–June 15 | March 1 | February 15 |
Summer | June 3–Aug 31 | May 15 | May 1 |
International Inquiry Form
Speak to an international programs representative.
Call +1 (408) 450-4945
Envelope extensioninternational@ucsc.edu