Berkeley Study Abroad Week

Join us November 12-15, 2024 for Berkeley Study Abroad Week to learn about study, intern, and research abroad opportunities for UC Berkeley students through a variety of exciting in-person and virtual events! 

Our signature event will be our Berkeley Study Abroad Fair on Wednesday, November 13, from 12-4 p.m. in West Pauley Ballroom. Join us for some fun activities, giveaways, and opportunities to interact with our Berkeley Study Abroad advisers, campus resources, and former study abroad participants.

If you would like to learn more in the meantime, we invite you to visit our Berkeley Study Abroad YouTube channel and to join our Berkeley Study Abroad Mailing List. We look forward to connecting with you!

2024 Study Abroad Week Events

Events


  • Person looking out of an airplane window
    In-Person
    B North Room 82A, Lower Level of MLK

    Study Abroad for Student Parents & Re-Entry Students

    Study Abroad as a Re-Entry Student and/or Student Parent! This session will provide an introduction to Berkeley Study Abroad and an opportunity to hear from alumni about their study abroad experience and advice.

    We'll talk about the types of programs you can choose from, eligibility, credit transfer, financial aid, the application process and more.
     

  • Group of students smiling at camera
    Virtual
    Virtual

    First, But Not Last: Study Abroad for First Generation Students

    As a first-generation college student, you're already forging new ground as you navigate the UC system—so you already have what it takes to successfully navigate a new culture, country, or area abroad. Your study abroad program is within reach! Attend this session to learn more about: How to identify, plan, and budget for your dream study abroad program. How other first-generation students were able to not only be the first in their families to attend college, but to go abroad as well.
     

  • graphic showing people leaving one city and going to different cities
    Virtual
    Virtual

    Bears Going Global: Introduction to Study Abroad

    This presentation will include Study Abroad 101 information to introduce students to programs offered at Berkeley Study Abroad. Peer Advisers will share about their experiences abroad and hold a Q&A session for any immediate/general concerns. Come learn about opportunities abroad!
     

  • Study Abroad Fair UC Berkeley
    In-Person
    West Pauley Ballroom

    Study Abroad Fair

    Our signature Study Abroad Week event is our Berkeley Study Abroad Fair. Join us for some fun activities, giveaways, and opportunities to interact with our Berkeley Study Abroad advisers, campus resources, and former study abroad participants! 

    AND if you RSVP for the Fair by you will be entered for a chance to win a $100 Cal Student Store gift card. A winner will be selected at random and emailed at the end of Study Abroad Week. Click the link below to RSVP.

    We look forward to connecting with you!
     

  • Aerial view of Rio de Janiero
    In-Person
    Evans Hall, Room 2

    UCEAP Brazil Information Session

    Learn more about studying abroad in Brazil! UCEAP and Berkeley Study Abroad staff will be presenting about program options, academics, applications, and more, and students will also have the opportunity to hear from a recent Brazil program alumnus about the student experience in Rio.
     

  • Row of trees lining a dirt road
    In-Person
    Wheeler Hall, Room 20

    UCEAP Italy Information Session

    Hear from a panel of Italy Alumni about their experiences overseas and programs they participated in. UCEAP representatives and Study Abroad Advisers will give an overview of applications, deadlines and give an overview of UCEAP programs in Italy.
     

  • someone using a laptop computer
    Virtual
    Virtual

    Bears Going Global: Applying to Study Abroad

    This presentation will include Study Abroad 101 information to introduce students to the application process of Berkeley Study Abroad programs. Peer Advisers hold a Q&A session for any immediate/general concerns. Come learn about opportunities abroad!
     

  • View of Stockholm shore homes along a river
    Virtual

    Global Internships Program Information Session

    Earn academic credit while gaining practical experience from anywhere in the world with Berkeley Global Internships! The information session will be a unique opportunity to learn more about Berkeley's Global Internships Programs, the application process, and will include a live Q&A.