General Frequently Asked Questions

Friends don’t let friends miss out on savings. Current Students & Alumni How do I get started? Both current students and new students need to submit a refer-a-friend request form. Student Services

Our Student Services Department is available to help answer questions and help with issues Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Here are some way you can get help after hours. Also, please refer to

Yes! Many of our courses provide University of California units that you can seamlessly transfer to other colleges and universities. We have formal agreements with the colleges below. Be sure to

Students don’t need a medical note to miss a class, however the Academic Review Committee may require a physician’s note to pursue a refund as a result of illness.

An invitation to new students: Grow your career and save Who qualifies? New self-paying students who have never previously enrolled in a UCSC Extension course. Students receiving funding from third

Ready for professional education but not sure how to afford it? Multiple resources are available to help you finance your continuing education at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension. Workforce Training

When you enter the UCSC Extension building, you will see a TV monitor behind the front desk to your left which will list all the classes and classroom numbers that day. Follow the classroom number

Visit the Syllabus Library. How to find the syllabus you need You can better prepare yourself for each class anywhere, anytime, from any device in the Syllabus Library. Just type in various keywords

UCSC Silicon Valley Extension students can apply for a private student loan that includes course fees and textbook costs. You do not need to be enrolled in a degree program, but you do need to

Effective Jan. 28, 2021, fees are as follows: Certificate and Specialization Fees Certificate Completion Fee ($95) * Specialization Completion Fee ($50) * Duplicate Certificate Fee ($50) Drops and

Many of the professional education programs at UCSC Silicon Valley Extension help you get practical skills you can use in your job today while also advancing your career by providing you professional

Use Caution When Using Third-Party Software Most third-party software vendors that offer computer-related services for free or nearly-free do not meet the stringent security and privacy protection

If you paid for a UCSC Extension course, you may qualify for a tax credit on your taxes. This page provides information to help you secure the correct education tax credit form. There are however

Get Your IT Answers ASAP If you are a UCSC Silicon Valley Extension student or instructor with a technology question or problem, please see the following information. Please do not submit a ticket to

The University of California, Santa Cruz is committed to promoting and protecting an environment that values and supports every person in an atmosphere of civility, honesty, cooperation

It is highly recommended to attend all class meetings in order to keep up with the content. Our instructors can understand that things come up that are beyond a student’s control. However, some

UCSC Silicon Valley Extension partners with top curriculum producers to provide innovative courses and specializations. Each partner creates curricula and provides remote instruction. UCSC discounts

Canvas is our online classroom. It's a learning management system that allows you to connect online with your instructor and your classmates. When you log in to Canvas, you will see a listing of any

From the traditional classroom to the less structured, self-paced online experience, we know that people learn differently and benefit from choice and flexibility. We've developed a variety of

Looking for our school code to include on your application for a professional exam or financial assistance? The FICE code for University of California, Santa Cruz Extension, a.k.a. UCSC Silicon Valley

Here's a program glossary to help you decide. What is a professional certificate? A recognized credential for career advancement. A fast-track path to learn about specific career fields like business