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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).