UC Davis Graduate Admissions Pathways (UCDGAP) is an eight-week summer research program that serves students from economically and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds and geographically underserved communities, and former foster youth students in graduate education and research careers. UCDGAP provides the opportunity for California State University undergraduates to research and learn from UC Davis faculty and graduate student mentors, with the intention of using the experience to pursue graduate degrees and professional training at UC Davis. This faculty-guided summer program teaches undergraduates scholars how to conduct research and develop professional skills in a variety of academic disciplines. Additionally, participants will learn more about graduate school and how to successfully choose a program and prepare for admissions.
UCDGAP welcomes all applicants from within the California State University system. Learn more about the program, its eligibility requirements and participant benefits.
Summer 2025 Program Dates and Deadlines
UCDGAP Program Dates: Move-in Sunday, June 22, 2025 / Move-out Saturday, August 16, 2025
Program Starts: Monday, June 23, 2025
Program Ends: Friday, August 15, 2025
Application Deadline: Open until February 28, 2025
Contact Us:
Lynne Arcangel, Director of Graduate Preparatory Programs Laarcangel@ucdavis.edu
Taylor Harris, Program Coordinator tdharris@ucdavis.edu
Deana Villagomes, Graduate Student Assistant/Mentor/Program Support dvillagomes@ucdavis.edu