No. International students must meet the university’s minimum requirements which may include a passing TOEFL score to be admitted. Please refer to our Admissions Policies for more information.
Yes, all students who have earned degrees from institutions outside of the US are required to submit a WES Course-by-Course ICAP Evaluation to UC San Diego in order to have their admission finalized. More details around this requirement can be found here.
Yes, uploading a translated copy of your transcript will ensure that your application is reviewed in full. Official academic materials are not required at the time of application submission. Admitted applicants who have earned degrees at institutions outside of the United States will be required to submit a WES Course-by-Course ICAP evaluation.
You will be required to submit all documents requested for a complete WES Course-by-Course ICAP evaluation. You can begin this process by creating your account here.
Submit the I-20 or DS-2019 request through the iPortal. Sign on using your UC San Diego Personal ID (PID) to access the iPortal. The iPortal application will help determine what is the appropriate visa and status for you.
If you have questions about the I-20 or DS-2019 Certificates of Eligibility please visit the International Center website.