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TAGS: Registration
Summer Pathways for Transfers registration opens on Friday, May 01, 2026, at 8:00 AM.
Date and Time
May 1, 2026
Student Type
Incoming UCLA Student
Course & Program Type
Summer Pathways
TAGS: Registration
Summer Pathways for Freshmen registration opens on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 8:00 AM.
Date and Time
April 15, 2026
Student Type
Incoming UCLA Student
Course & Program Type
Summer Pathways
TAGS: Info Sessions
Join UCLA Summer Sessions on Zoom to learn more about Summer Pathways for Freshmen! We will be highlighting important information about our bridge program designed to give incoming first-year students a head start on degree requirements while ensuring a smooth transition to the Fall Quarter. There will be time for a live Q&A at the end of the webinar. In order to attend, you must fill out the registration link to RSVP.
Date and Time
April 16, 2026
5:00 PM PST
Student Type
Incoming UCLA Student
Course & Program Type
Summer Pathways
Make a meaningful difference to incoming UCLA students this summer as a Pathway Leader for Summer Pathways!
Eligible UCLA undergraduates are invited to apply to be a Summer Pathway Leader during Summer Session C. Pathway Leaders will support incoming freshman and transfer students in the Summer Pathways program by planning and leading social cohort bonding activities and facilitating group mentorship activities while creating an inclusive environment for all program participants.
Pathway Leaders will work up to 19 hours per week (August 2 – September 11) during primarily evening and weekend shifts, pairing well with Session C course enrollments.
Please refer to the full job posting on Handshake for all job duties and requirements. The deadline to apply is April 6th, 2026.
Date and Time
March 16, 2026 - April 6, 2026
9:00 AM
Eligible UCLA undergraduate students can apply to be a Summer College Immersion Program — SCIP Intern for Summer Session A6.
UCLA Summer Sessions is seeking responsible UCLA undergrads to promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for high school juniors and seniors in the Summer College Immersion Program (SCIP).
SCIP Interns will work 10-12 hours/week in Session A6 (June 22 – July 31, 2026) which pairs well with taking a Summer Course. Previous experience mentoring and/or supervising high school students is preferred but not required.
Please see the job duties and requirements on the Handshake Application and apply by Friday, March 27.
Date and Time
March 16, 2026 - March 27, 2026
TAGS: Events , Financial Aid , Info Sessions , Scholarships
Come learn more about our online scholarship program for 10th and 11th grade California high school students via Zoom! In this webinar, we will provide an overview of the program components, eligibility requirements, and application process for BASE. There will be time for a live Q&A at the end of the webinar. In order to attend, you must fill out the registration link to RSVP.
Date and Time
March 3, 2026
5:30PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
Course & Program Type
Summer Online
TAGS: Financial Aid , Info Sessions , Scholarships
Come learn more about our online scholarship program for 10th and 11th grade California high school students via Zoom! In this webinar, we will provide an overview of the program components, eligibility requirements, and application process for BASE. There will be time for a live Q&A at the end of the webinar. In order to attend, you must fill out the registration link to RSVP.
Date and Time
February 12, 2026
5:30PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
Course & Program Type
Summer Online
TAGS: Events , Financial Aid , Info Sessions , Scholarships
Join UCLA Summer Sessions on Zoom to learn more about our scholarship for California high school students! In this webinar, we will provide a deep overview of the eligibility requirements, application process, as well as provide application tips for our Summer Scholars Support Program. There will be time for a live Q&A at the end of the webinar. In order to attend, you must fill out the registration link to RSVP.
Date and Time
January 16, 2026
4:00PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
Course & Program Type
eSCIP
Summer Courses
Summer Intensives
Summer Online
Summer Precollege Focus Series
TAGS: Events , Financial Aid , Info Sessions , Scholarships
Join UCLA Summer Sessions on Zoom to learn more about our scholarship for California high school students! In this webinar, we will provide a deep overview of the eligibility requirements, application process, as well as provide application tips for our Summer Scholars Support Program. There will be time for a live Q&A at the end of the webinar. In order to attend, you must fill out the registration link to RSVP.
Date and Time
February 9, 2026
5:00PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
Course & Program Type
eSCIP
Summer Courses
Summer Intensives
Summer Online
Summer Precollege Focus Series
TAGS: Financial Aid , Info Sessions , Scholarships
Join UCLA Summer Sessions on Zoom to learn more about our scholarship for California high school students! In this webinar, we will provide a deep overview of the eligibility requirements, application process, as well as provide application tips for our Summer Scholars Support Program. There will be time for a live Q&A at the end of the webinar. In order to attend, you must fill out the registration link to RSVP.
Date and Time
February 25, 2026
4:00PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
Course & Program Type
eSCIP
Summer Courses
Summer Intensives
Summer Online
Summer Precollege Focus Series
join UCLA Summer Sessions staff to learn about the Summer College Immersion Program (SCIP) via Zoom on Thursday, January 15, 2026 from 12-1pm (PDT). Staff will go over program eligibility, application requirements, deadlines, classes, workshops, and more! There will be a Q&A at the end of the webinar.
Date and Time
January 15, 2026
TAGS: Events
Get ready for summer with a free ice cream scoop and a chance to chat with the UCLA Summer Sessions team! Join us in Bruin Plaza to learn more about the summer course and program options that can support your journey to graduation. Scoops available while supplies last! 🍦
Student Type
UCLA Graduate Student
UCLA Undergraduate Student
Course & Program Type
College/Professional Summer Institutes
Honors Launch Lab
Summer Courses
Summer Intensives
Summer Online
TAGS: Events , Info Sessions
UCLA Summer Sessions will be at Bruin Day for Transfers on Saturday, May 16! Come visit our booth on Dickson Plaza between 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. to pick-up some swag and learn more about programs including Summer Pathways, a bridge program designed to advance your degree progress and career readiness all while easing your transition to campus life and building your Bruin community.
Join our info sessions at Bruin Day:
Location: Rolfe Hall, Room 1200
Time: 2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Date and Time
May 16, 2026
10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Student Type
Incoming UCLA Student
UCLA Undergraduate Student
Course & Program Type
College/Professional Summer Institutes
Honors Launch Lab
Summer Courses
Summer Intensives
Summer Online
TAGS: Events , Info Sessions
UCLA Summer Sessions will be at Bruin Day for First-Years on Saturday, April 11! Come visit our booth on Dickson Plaza between 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and play our Bruin Day Passport game to win prizes (while supplies last). We will also be hosting a separate booth promoting our Summer Pathways program, a bridge program designed to give freshmen a head start on degree requirements while ensuring a smooth transition to the Fall Quarter.
Join our info sessions at Bruin Day:
Location: Fowler Museum, Lenart Auditorium
Date and Time
April 11, 2026
9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Student Type
Incoming UCLA Student
UCLA Undergraduate Student
Course & Program Type
College/Professional Summer Institutes
Honors Launch Lab
Summer Courses
Summer Intensives
Summer Online
TAGS: Financial Aid , Scholarships
Students selected to participate in BASE will be notified on May 15 by 5:00 PM.
Date and Time
May 15, 2026
5:00 PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
TAGS: Financial Aid , Scholarships
The Bruin Ascent Summer Experience (BASE) application closes at 5:00pm PT on April 15.
Date and Time
April 15, 2026
5:00 PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
TAGS: Financial Aid , Scholarships
The Bruin Ascent Summer Experience (BASE) application opens February 18.
BASE is a six week online scholarship program for current 10th-11th grade California high school students from economically under-resourced communities. Selected students will enroll in one UCLA summer online course free of charge, be paired with a UCLA undergraduate student mentor, and participate in co-curricular workshops to prepare them for their future endeavors in higher education! Please visit the BASE page to learn more.
Date and Time
February 18, 2026
8:00 AM PST
Student Type
High School Student
The APPLICATION DEADLINE is July 24 for Precollege Summer Institutes that are commuter or virtual programs beginning after August 3.
*Please note: Some programs have application deadlines earlier than June 1st. Please verify the application deadline for your program of interest on the specific program page.
Date and Time
July 24, 2026
5:00 PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
Course & Program Type
Summer Precollege Focus Series
The APPLICATION DEADLINE is June 12 for Precollege Summer Institutes that are commuter or virtual programs beginning before August 3.
*Please note: Some programs have application deadlines earlier than June 1st. Please verify the application deadline for your program of interest on the specific program page.
Date and Time
June 12, 2026
5:00 PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
Course & Program Type
Summer Precollege Focus Series
The APPLICATION DEADLINE is July 17 for Precollege Summer Institutes that are residential programs beginning after August 3.
*Please note: Some programs have application deadlines earlier than June 1st. Please verify the application deadline for your program of interest on the specific program page.
Date and Time
July 17, 2026
5:00 PM PST
Student Type
High School Student
Course & Program Type
Summer Precollege Focus Series