Course Information

During your Washington Program quarter, you'll be automatically registered for 12 units: WAS 193 (4 units) for the core seminar and WAS 192 (8 units) for the internship. These courses will appear on your transcript and may count toward certain major requirements. Be sure to consult with your major advisor to see how they align with your academic and career goals.

  • Academic Year (Fall, Winter, Spring) Mandatory Courses
  • Mandatory Courses

    1) Internship (8 units): Students work three-four days per week (24 - 32 hours). This leaves time for academic courses or research projects. Pass/No Pass Option Only. The units will show as WAS192 units on your transcript.

    2) Core Seminar Course (4 units): The units will show as the core seminar course WAS 193 (which is equivalent to POL 193W).  units on your transcript. Students enroll in one upper-division core seminar course designed to put the internship in a scholastic framework. Please make sure to meet with your major advisor to see if you are able to receive course equivalency for the course to count toward your major. The core seminar is for a Letter Grade Only (you may not opt for pass/no pass).

  • Course Enrollment Instructions
  • Upon acceptance into the program, you will NOT need to sign up for any courses through the UC Davis campus during any of your pass times if you are only pursuing the Washington Program units. Please check with a Washington Program Advisor if you would like to take UC Davis REMOTE campus courses simultaneously with the Washington Program to graduate on time. 
  • Summer Program: Credit vs. Non-Credit Option
  • Credit Option

    The Summer UCDC Program does not include core seminars like those offered in Fall, Winter, and Spring. While summer students do not have the option to take actual classes at the UCDC Center, those who want to receive academic credit for their internship may do so through the Washington Program by enrolling in a special summer session. For students to earn credit, they are required to intern at an organization for 32-40 hours per week. Tuition is charged on a per-unit basis, as outline on the UC Davis Summer Session website.

    Non-Credit Option

    Students can also choose to do the internship for NO academic credit, but the time commitment remains the same. Opting for the non-credit option means no tuition charges, but students will not be eligible for financial aid.

  • How to add summer courses to your schedule

  • How to Sign Up For The Summer Course

    1. Pass times. Continuing UC Davis undergraduate students do not need to submit a special application to apply to take courses during Summer Sessions. Watch for your Pass Time email from the Registrar's Office in mid-April and enroll in Schedule Builder. One Pass Time is assigned and applies to all Summer Sessions. Pass Times typically begin in April. If a student misses their pass time, they will be required to wait until open registration, at which point they will be free to sign up for courses.

    2. How to sign up for units. To sign up for units through the UC Davis Washington Program, you should complete the following steps:

        Go to https://registrar.ucdavis.edu/registration/register-for-classes/schedule-builder

        1.  Click “Schedule builder”

        2.  In the dropdown menu, choose "Special Summer Session for your year of participation. 

        3. Type in the CRN in the search bar (Course name WAS 192 001) 

        4. Click "Save"

        5. Under "Actions" click "Register

        6. Complete your registration

  • Summer Financial Aid

  • Students who wish to receive financial aid during summer quarters must be enrolled in, and complete, a minimum of 6 units. Please visit the Program Financial Aid Page for more information.

    Financial Aid Checklist for Students:
     

    1. File FAFSA or CADAA
    Submit your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) by March 2nd for priority funding.

    2. Start Financial Planning Early
    Begin the financial planning process 6 months to a year before enrollment. Research program fees and costs and discuss finances with your family.

    3. Apply for Washington Program Scholarships
    Apply for Washington Program Scholarships by the deadlines listed and ensure you apply to Financial Aid and Scholarships.

    4. Obtain CRN & Enroll
    Obtain the specific CRN (Course Reference Numbers) for the summer program and enroll during summer registration.

    5. Check MyAwards
    After receiving your financial aid offers for study abroad (within 30 days of departure), check MyAwards for details.

    6. Review Financial Aid Notifications
    Carefully read notifications from Financial Aid and Scholarships and take necessary actions to secure available funding. Complete requirements posted on MyAwards. Note: Incomplete or outstanding requirements will delay the disbursement of aid.

    7. Sign Up for Direct Deposit
    If expecting a financial aid refund, sign up for Direct Deposit to receive your refund quickly.

    8. Contact Financial Aid Office
    If you have any questions or concerns, reach out to the Financial Aid office for assistance.

    9. Review MyBill and Make Payments
    Review your MyBill account and make a payment toward any remaining balance that financial aid does not cover before the established Fee Payment Deadline.  Check the program calendar for the Final Housing Payment Deadline.

    Make sure to stay on top of these tasks to ensure a smooth and successful experience in the Washington Program!