UC San Diego

Questions About Eligibility Requirements (UCSD)

  • In what years can students participate?
  • Third-year students and fourth-year students. 
  • Is there a GPA requirement?
  • Yes. students should have a 2.0 or higher GPA.
  • Can undocumented students participate?
  • Yes, undocumented students are eligible to participate!

Questions About the Program Application (UCSD)

  • How can I access the application?
  • The online application can be accessed on our website at the following link: How to Apply
  • To what terms can I apply?
  • Students may apply to the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer terms.
  • Where can I get help with my application and/or my resume prior to applying to UCDC?
  • For help with your resume and/or cover letter prior to applying to the UCDC program, you may reach out to the UC San Diego Career Services office.
  • Do I need to submit a letter of recommendation with my application?
  • Yes, you will need to submit two letters of recommendation with your application.  A faculty letter is not required, but we suggest one letter of recommendation from a faculty member. Letters of Recommendation may be submitted online in InternLink, in person (AIP Office, Teaching + Learning Commons @ Geisel) or by email: ucdc@ucsd.edu.

Questions about Academic Units (UCSD)

  • How many units will I receive for my UCDC seminar?
  • Students who successfully complete their UCDC seminar will receive 4 units.
  • Is the seminar for a letter grade or is it pass/no pass?
  • Each student may choose if they would like to receive a letter grade or if they would like to take their seminar as a pass/no pass seminar.
  • How many units will I receive for my internship?
  • Students who successfully complete their internship with a positive supervisor evaluation will receive 6, 8, or 10 units depending on the number of hours they work in their internship each week.
  • Are the internship units for a letter grade or are they pass/no pass?
  • The internship units are pass/no pass.
  • How many hours a week must I work in order to earn the internship units?
  • The number of hours you work will depend on the number of units you are pursuing. The hour requirements are as follows: 18 hours (6 units), 19-24 hours (8 units), 25-30 hours (10 units).