Division of Graduate Studies

Task Force for Inclusive Excellence in Graduate Education

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New, enhanced graduate student support programs

An array of new programs will support graduate student success. Learn more

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Graduate News

May 16, 2023Excellence in Action: Celebrating UCSC’s 2023 Distinguished Graduate Alumni Award Recipients
May 16, 2023Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor talk will address the history of African American studies
May 18, 2023Karen Miga named 2023 Searle Scholar to study uncharted regions of the human genome

Graduate Studies

Christa Seidl presents her UCSC Championship Grad Slam presentation "Silence in Paradise" at the 2023 UC-wide Grad Slam Finals. Watch»

Upcoming Events

Check the list of events happening courtesy of the Graduate Division and other units on campus.

Graduate Programs

UC Santa Cruz offers graduate study in 41 academic fields and 57 concentrations. Many graduate programs have interdisciplinary components, and students are encouraged to explore the conceptual connections between related fields. Click here for a full list of our programs.

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The Application is available online on October 1.

Professional Development

The Divison of Graduate Studies has launched the professional development portal for graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. Learn about professional development resources, events, and more.

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