To apply to UCLA Extension as an international student, each of the following steps must be completed:
Create a new student account, if you do not already have one.
Browse the eligible certificate programs for international students.
Ensure you meet the minimum academic requirements
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Establish English Proficiency: Applicants from countries where English is not the official language must provide English language exam results.
Exemptions: Citizens of certain countries, such as Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), and the United Kingdom, are exempt from this requirement.
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Complete the online application.
Upload required documents as listed under the Prepare Supporting Documents section.
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Once your application is reviewed and if approved, you will be emailed a link to pay the $500 non-refundable program deposit to secure your place in the program.
The $500 deposit is part of the total $3,850 International Program Fee.
Please note that the International Program Fee is separate from and does not include program tuition.
Once you have paid the $500 deposit, you will receive instructions to complete the I-20 Application within 3-5 business days. Complete this application to begin the process of obtaining an F-1 student visa.
Once your I-20 application has been reviewed and approved, you will receive a welcome letter from the International Student Services Office (ISS) with your digital Form I-20 attached. Within 3-5 business days, you will also receive instructions to make your final first-quarter International Program Fee of $3,350 ($3,850 - $500 deposit). The balance is due at least 30 days before the quarter start date.
For more details, visit the International Students page on the UCLA Extension website. If you need assistance at any stage during the application process, please contact International Programs at internationalprograms@uclaextension.edu.