The University of California

The University of California was founded in 1868, born out of a vision in the State Constitution of a university that would "contribute even more than California's gold to the glory and happiness of advancing generations." 

Please follow the links below to view specific information relating to the campuses where LSE students can study: 

• University of California Berkeley 
• University of California Los Angeles 
• University of California San Diego 

The scheme is open to all second year LSE undergraduate students (apart from students on the CIVICA Engage Track). Generally applicants are required to have passed all of their first year exams (without resits) and to have achieved a 60% average across their courses.

Tuition fees

GO LSE students are not required to pay any tuition fees to the University of Californa to participate in the exchange programme. Students will continue to pay tuition fees directly to LSE. Your tuition fee while studying abroad is significantly reduced as compared to when you are on campus. For further information, please visit the fees and funding webpage. 

Travel

GO LSE exchange students are expected to make their own travel arrangements. If you are eligible for Student Finance, you may be eligible for a grant to cover some of your travel expenses. More information on Student Finanace is available in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland can be accessed on each Student Finance body’s website.

GO LSE exchange students will be covered under LSE's Travel Insurance policy, following completion of the notification of travel and risk assessment form.

Health Insurance

Medical treatment in the United States can be very expensive and therefore University of California requires that all students purchase their Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) or an alternate plan with equivalent coverage. The cost of this insurance in the 2021-22 academic year was $1,894 per semester (or around £1,400).

Visas

Most students will need to apply for a J1 exchange visitor visa to study at University of California. It is the student's responsibility to apply for the appropriate student visa.

For further information, please visit the UCEAP webpages 

Please visit our how to apply webpage.