UCDC Application & Deadlines

Students are encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible and by the deadlines listed below.

UCDC Winter 2024 Extended Program Deadline: September 29, 2023*

*First-come, first-served. Applications must be 100% complete in order to secure a spot. 

UCDC Spring 2024 Program: December 1, 2023*

*First-come, first-served. Applications must be 100% complete in order to secure a spot. 

Application

The application for the 2023-24 is available now. Apply here!

Housing Deposit
  • Selected students will be required to accept their offer and will be billed a non-refundable housing deposit (billed to BARC) shortly after acceptance to the program.
Selection criteria

If you apply for the UCDC Program, your written application will be evaluated according to your communication skills, academic accomplishments, work experience, extracurricular activities and, most importantly, evidence of the following:

  • Seriousness of purpose

  • Appropriate academic preparation for the proposed internship and research project

  • Ability to work independently and effectively in a highly demanding environment

  • Ability to collaborate with others