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  • PACE Program Application 2026-27

    PACE Program Application 2026-27

  • The PACE 2026-27 application is currently open and will close May 15, 2026 (deadline extended!).

    Dear Applicant,

    We are so excited that you are interested in joining the Personal and Career Experience (PACE) Fellowship program for the 2026-27 academic year. The PACE programs provide AB 540 and CA Dream Act students opportunities to participate in an experiential learning opportunities (ELO), receive mentorship, professional development, and financial support.

    For the 2026-27 academic year, the PACE Fellowship Program will be housed under the Academic Internship Program (AIP). As a result, PACE Fellows will be required to follow AIP guidelines, including completing a deliverable for each quarter they participate in the program.

    Questions? Join us for a PACE Fellowship Student Info Session on Zoom to learn more about the program, including eligibility, benefits, the application process, and key timelines. We’ll also highlight how the fellowship supports your academic and professional growth. The session will include a live Q and A so you can connect with our team and get your questions answered. 

    Register Here: https://ucsd.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zlc9oMTWQfudrxMQQlsJ8g?_gl=1*jbadws*_gcl_au*NDk0MDE2Njc1Lj%E2%80%A6#/registration 

    For additional support, please email us at undoc@ucsd.edu.

     

    In accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, the University of California does not discriminate, or grant preferences, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and/or other protected categories. All eligible students are encouraged to apply. The PACE Fellowship Program does not consider race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and/or other protected categories as part of the application and selection process. 

    • More information about Proposition 209 can be found here.
    • More information about the University of California Anti-Discrimination Policy can be found here.

  • PACE Fellowship Eligibility 

    Below you will find the PACE Fellowship Program eligibility for the 2026-2027 academic year. Please read all eligibility requirements carefully.  

    You are eligible to participate in the PACE Fellowship Program if you meet all of the following: 

    • An undergraduate with current enrollment at UC San Diego for the current academic year in which you apply.
    • Ineligible for federal financial aid (e.g., Pell Grants, Direct Loans).
    • Have AB 540 California Non-Resident Tuition Exemption.
    • Have a California Dream Act (CADAA) Application on file. 
    • Your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) or Student Aid Index (SAI) is equal to or less than the maximum to qualify for a Pell Grant ($6,600).
    • Demonstrate sufficient financial need.

    Don’t meet the PACE Fellowship criteria? Visit the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office to explore other available scholarship or fellowship opportunities. 

    Still unsure if you should apply?

    Questions? Join us for a PACE Fellowship Student Info Session on Zoom to learn more about the program, including eligibility, benefits, the application process, and key timelines. We’ll also highlight how the fellowship supports your academic and professional growth. The session will include a live Q and A so you can connect with our team and get your questions answered. 

    Register Here: https://ucsd.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zlc9oMTWQfudrxMQQlsJ8g?_gl=1*jbadws*_gcl_au*NDk0MDE2Njc1Lj%E2%80%A6#/registration  

    For additional support, please email us at undoc@ucsd.edu.

  • PACE Fellowship Program Requirements 

    Please review the PACE Fellowship Program requirements below. Fellows are responsible for completing all requirements each quarter to remain in the Fellowship Program.   

    • Commit 8-10 hours weekly to an ELO for the entire academic year.
    • Attend the in-person PACE Orientation in October
    • Enroll in the AIP course for all three quarters.
    • Class is taken for 2 units and is for Pass/No Pass
    • Complete a deliverable each quarter in accordance with AIP guidelines.
    • The deliverable may take the form of a final paper, project, or presentation that demonstrates the student's learning through their ELO. The deliverable should be created alongside the ELO so that the learning experience and final deliverable are developed simultaneously. The specific topic, approach, and bibliography should be developed in consultation with the mentor.
    • Submit Quarterly Program Assessments

  • Ready to apply? Great! 

    Please be prepared to provide all of the following information:

    • A Resume
    • A Screenshot of your 2025-26 Financial Aid Award letter
    • Answer short essay response questions

    *If you are a person with a disability and need accommodations to complete this application or to participate in any of our programming, please contact Pricila Rodriguez (brr023@ucsd.edu) for assistance.

    Deadline to Apply:

    May 15, 2026

  • Eligibility

    Students must be AB 540 and have a CA Dream Act application on file to join the PACE Programs. No exceptions.
  • Are you an AB 540 student?*
  • Are you receiving the aid form the CA Dream Act?*
  • Do you currently have DACA?*

  • Fellow Information

    Please complete all required sections
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  • Transfer Student*
  • Academic Year*
  • Are you a returning PACE Fellow?*

  • Experiential Learning Opportunity (ELO)

    An Experiential Learning Opportunity (ELO) is a hands-on learning experience that allows PACE Fellows to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world or professional setting. All fellows are expected to participate in the same ELO they select for the full academic year (Fall, Winter, and Spring).
  • Please indicate your current plan for choosing your Experiential Learning Opportunity (ELO):*

  • If you selected the "I will create my own ELO" option, you must have a finalized ELO and confirmed mentor by May 29th. If you do not have an ELO and a mentor confirmed by the May 29th deadline, you will need to pick and ELO from the directory.

     

    If you selected the "I am unsure" option, you must email undoc@ucsd.edu and share this information in order for you PACE Fellowship application to be fully considered.

  • Resume

    Your resume should provide a summary of your education, work experience, skills, accomplishments, and qualifications relevant to your desired experiential learning opportunity.

  • Resources on how to build a resume can be found at career.ucsd.edu/succeed-search/resume

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  • Proof of Financial Aid

    Please upload a PDF/screenshot of your most current financial aid package. You will need to submit your 2026-27 financial aid package once you are able to view it.

  • Here is a tutorial showing how to access your financial aid package!

  • Screenshot of financial aid package
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  • Short Easy Response Questions

    Please throughly read the questions below and provide thoughtful responses to each question. Please provide 4 to 6 sentences with as much detail as possible, as this will allow us to best match you with expirential learning oppertunities and ensure that you are supprorted throughout the Fellowship year.  

  • Click the "Submit" button to Submit your application. After you submit your application you will not be able to make changes to your application. 

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