UC Merced Study Abroad

05/20/2026

The Office of International Affairs would like to thank all of our study abroad students for attending Sweet Sendoff! We hope everyone had an amazing time celebrating before the start of your journeys abroad 🌍✈️

Wishing you all safe travels and unforgettable experiences in your respective countries. Go Global Bobcats! 💙🐾

05/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our Global Grad celebration! 💙💛 Whether you’re a graduating international student or a study abroad returnee, we hope you had an amazing time celebrating this special milestone with us.

A special shoutout to our graduating PAs: Alex, Sofia, Elise, Serafina, and Keona — thank you for all your hard work, dedication, and impact on our community. We truly appreciate everything you’ve done and wish you all the best in your next chapter! 🎓✨

05/06/2026

Study Abroad, OIA Hours Change -

Come find us by 3pm most days or join us via virtual drop-ins. And don't let your spring 2027 program fill up without you!

05/05/2026

Study Abroad, OIA Hours Change: Come find us by 3pm most days or join us via virtual drop-ins. And don't let your spring 2027 program fill up without you. - https://mailchi.mp/ucmerced/newsletter_2026-05-05

04/28/2026

Spring 2027 Programs Fill, New UCM Ranking 📊 - 21% of spring 2027 UCEAP programs are already full, but dozens remain. And could you be UC Merced's next Gilman Scholar? UC Merced has been name a top-producer, ranked #23 for mid-size institutions. https://mailchi.mp/ucmerced/newsletter_2026-04-27

04/23/2026

Still thinking about the mouthwatering eats and unforgettable spots she can’t wait to revisit in Taiwan 🇹🇼✨
Peer Advisor Keona shares the hidden gems she discovered during her time at National Taiwan University 🍜🌙🏮
From night market bites to must-see corners of Taipei, her recs are too good to miss! 😍🥳🤩✈

Applications for UCEAP Winter or Spring 2027 are underway 💻 Start your adventure today! ✨

04/15/2026

Ready! Set! Apply for spring 🌱 2027! UCEAP apps open at 9AM today for spring 2027, winter 2027, and calendar year 2027. We expect a handful of programs to fill today, but you can get some help and a breakfast 🥯 bite. - https://mailchi.mp/ucmerced/announcement-app-launch-2026-04-15-do

04/14/2026

🚀 Wednesday is Launch Day -

Jump on your summer or fall app, get your passport, or slip your CLS scholarship in by tomorrow's deadline. Summer 2026 apps are already open and fall 2026 apps open Thursday. Passport services will be available Weds & Thurs. And the CLS Scholarship is due tomorrow.

04/13/2026

Wednesday is Launch Day 🚀: Spring 2027 apps launch in less than 48 hours. You can still RSVP to join us for the app launch party 🎉 to get help, a leg up, a and breakfast bite 🥐. - https://mailchi.mp/ucmerced/newsletter_2026-04-08

04/10/2026

Get Ready: Spring 2027 Apps Open Next Weds -

Spring 2027 Apps Open Next Weds 🚀 Prepare to Launch: Get a leg up on your study abroad app and a breakfast bite 🥯 for a spring 2027 or 2027 calendar year program.

04/08/2026

Spring 2027 Apps Open Next Weds 🚀 Prepare to Launch: Get a leg up on your study abroad app and a breakfast bite 🥯 for a spring 2027 or 2027 calendar year program. - https://mailchi.mp/ucmerced/announcement-app-party-2026-04-08