University of California, Davis Reviews & Ratings ,,USA

Tips: The campus is beautiful and there is a lot of space to study or unwind especially outdoors. If you are passionate about research and experimenting, then this would be a right fit for you as here students are encouraged to explore their own niche and ideas. Finally, one of the biggest assets of studying here would be its reputation as a teaching hub and the windows of opportunities present.

Likes (Indian Food): I was pleasantly surprised at the amount of Indian restaurants within the vicinity and how popular the cuis...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2975
• Prepping time for classes33 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 93700

Tips: Before joining students should know that UC Davis is an expensive place to pursue their higher education so it would make more sense to come here with a scholarship or at least if you are keen on pursuing a degree which is more probable to land you a job. I would recommend you experiment with your electives and participate in cross-cultural events as those are a lot of fun. The faculty is supportive and motivates us to actively take part in events and activities. Overall, I am satisfied with the...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3075
• Prepping time for classes29 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 89075

Tips: I have become way more organised and focused after coming here as the academic pressure is paramount in a course like mine. The faculty are knowledgeable and very passionate about what they're teaching which helps in understanding the course material. Select your accommodation preference in advance as you can also select your preferred roommates. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experience.

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3075
• Prepping time for classes32 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Tips: The food habits and managing finance are two things I notice that are very different from my home country. Having said that once you get habituated, it is not a big deal to survive. UC Davis has very good TA opportunities and other scholarships that can be utilised for paying the bills and fees. I am very satisfied with my university and the course I am taking. The research opportunities are good. UC Davis has a great bicycle culture. So you will not see much vehicle pollution in Davis. It is a ...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000
• Prepping time for classes30 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 100375

Tips: Students coming here should keep an open mind. Work hard and keep applying to internships, teaching assistantships, research assistantships and jobs. You will get there through hard work and not giving up. I got TAship opportunity and GSR graduate research assistantships which really helped me with my finances as well and I learnt so much that I could not have imagined.

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1300
• Prepping time for classes25 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 150000

Tips: I initially found it tricky to settle into the college mainly because I did not have a bank account or a credit card which could be used here since most of the transactions that take place are cashless. Hence, when you get time to settled on campus, make sure you book an appointment with a local bank and the student services who will be very helpful at this time. Side from this, the students are very supportive and the campus hosts a number of sporting events which are very popular here. Finally...

• Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3350
• Prepping time for classes36 hours / Week
• Expected Annual SalaryUSD 107575