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UCSD Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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International first-year applicants who currently complete a high school degree can apply for the University of California San Diego admission 2025 to study UG courses. They must submit an online application for graduate admission through the official website. Applicants must submit an online application for UG and PG admission by the below deadlines:

  • The University of California San Diego deadline for undergraduate admission in the Fall of 2025 is Dec 02, 2024
  • The UCSD deadline for graduate admission varies by program
  • UC San Diego deadline for MBA admission in round 2 is Jan 15, 2025 

University of California San Diego Admission Process 2025

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Q:   Is the University of California San Diego good for MS in CS?

A: 

The University of California San Diego MS in CS programme is designed to address a variety of post-graduate educational needs. The duration of the programme is 1.5 - 2 years (Full Time) for international students. The University of California San Diego cost for MS in CS is INR 22.2 L for first year, which is low as compared to other MS Universities in the USA.

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Q:   How can I apply for UCSD scholarships?

A: 

International first-year students can follow the below steps to apply for University of California San Diego scholarships:

Step 1: File your UC Application for Admissions and Scholarships by the deadline

Step 2: For financial need scholarships, file your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

Step 3: As per the information provided in Step 1 and Step 2, you will we eligible for UC San Diego scholarships for which you qualify

Step 4: UC San Diego will notify you of any scholarship awards by March 30, you can check your application using the portal

Q:   How do I apply to UC San Diego?

A: 

International student can fill the UC Application for Admission to apply for the University of California San Diego admission. Applicants have to meet the admission requirements and submit the admission application by the deadline. There is an application fee for international students that applicants have to pay to submit the application. After successfully submitting the admission application, the university will review your application and send the offer on your registered mail.

Also read: When to Start Your Application Process to US Universities

University of California San Diego MS Admission 2025

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Q:   Does UC San Diego require GRE for MS in CS?

A: 

For UC San Diego MS in CS admission, international students are not required to submit their GRE score. Applicants may still submit valid scores if they have already taken the test.

Read more about the Average GRE Scores for MS in Computer Science from US Universities

Q:   How much is yearly tuition at UCSD for MS in CS?

A: 

The yearly tuition fees for MS in Computer Science at UCSD is around INR 22.3 L for international students. We have mentioned below the complete first-year fees for MS in CS at University of California San Diego including other expenses:

Fees components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 22,29,926

Hostel & Meals

INR 8,08,371

Insurance

INR 3,33,216

Transportation

INR 1,26,714

Books and supplies

INR 65,395

Total

INR 35,63,622

Check the Cost of MS in the USA for Indian Students

Q:   What is UCSD ranked for MS CS?

A: 

The University of California San Diego ranking for MS in CS programme is impressive as it ranks among the top 100 universities in the world. According to Times Higher Education ranking 2023, the UCSD PG computer Science ranking is 33. The below table includes the UC San Diego MS in CS ranking in past few years:

Ranked By

2021

2022

2023

THE (Times Higher Education) - PG Computer Science

37

33

33

US News & World Report - Computer Engineering PG

14

14

13

Check the list of Top 20 Universities in the USA for MS in Computer Science 2023

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University of California San Diego Application Process 2025

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Q:   What time is the University of California San Diego application due?

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The University of California San Diego deadline for international students vary by programs. International students can check the below table for admission deadline of graduate programs:

University of California San Diego Graduate Deadlines

The University of California San Diego graduate deadlines is mentioned below:

Programs

Application Deadlines

MS in Business Analytics

Jan 15, 2024 (round 3)

Mar 15, 2024 (round 4)

Apr 15, 2024 (round 5)

University of California San Diego MBA Deadlines

The University of California San Diego MBA deadlines is mentioned below:

Program

Application Deadlines

Full-time MBA

Apr 1, 2024 (round 3)

Executive MBA

Apr 1, 2024 (round 3)

Jun 1, 2024 (round 4)

Jul 15, 2024 (round 5)

Also check the Admission Intakes In US Universities 2023-2024

University of California San Diego Enrollment Statistics 2025

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Q:   Is UC San Diego hard to get into?

A: 

The UC San Diego acceptance rate for international students is 25% for Fall 2023. The average GPA of first-year students is 4.11 - 4.29. This shows that the admission at UCSD are highly competitive for international students. To get admission to the university, students must have a qualifying GPA and good academic profile.

Check the list of High Acceptance Rate Universities in the USA

Q:   What GPA do you need to get into the University of California San Diego?

A: 

International students who wish to study at the University of California San Diego must have at least score of 3.0 on a scale of 4.0. for graduate admission. For undergraduate admission, students must have must earn a GPA of 3.4 (or better) with no grade lower than a "C." The UCSD GPA requirements vary by programme and applicants have to meet it to get admission to the university. Apart from this, students also have to meet the general admission requirements for undergraduate and graduate admissions.

Check What is Grade Point Average (GPA) and how it affects your admissions to the US Universities?

Q:   What IELTS score is required for UC San Diego?

A: 

International students who wish to study undergraduate and graduate programme at UC San Diego must submit the proof of English language proficiency. UCSD accepts IELTS Score as a proof of English language proficiency. The below table includes the required test score for undergraduate and graduate admissions:

English Language Tests

Test Score Required For PG

Test Score Required for UG

IELTS

7

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University of California San Diego Admissions 2025 FAQs

Q:   What is the fee for international students at the University of California San Diego?

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The University of California San Diego fees for international students vary by program from INR 22 L to INR 57 L. The below table includes the first-year cost of studying at UC San Diego for international students:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS (42 courses)

INR 22 L - 31 L

MBA/PGDM (1 course)

INR 47 L

BE/BTech (34 courses)

INR 36 L - 37 L

BSc (61 courses)

INR 29 L - 37 L

BA (65 courses)

INR 36 L - 37 L

BBA (8 courses)

INR 37 L

MIM (7 courses)

INR 28 L - 57 L

MFA (8 courses)

INR 27 L

MA (7 courses)

INR 27 L - 35 L

MEng (1 course)

INR 27 L

MArch (1 course)

INR 28 L

Executive MBA/PGDM (1 course)

INR 50 L

PhD (1 course)

INR 22 L

BArch (2 courses)

INR 37 L

BEd (1 course)

INR 37 L

MPH (1 course)

INR 27 L

Check the Cost of Studying in the USA for International Students

Q:   Does University of California San Diego give scholarships for international students?

A: 

The University of California San Diego scholarships are offered to first-year international students based on their merit. Every year, many international students get scholarships at UCSD based on their eligibility. The table below includes some of the popular scholarships for students:  

Scholarships

Award Amount and Term

Chancellor's Scholarships for Entering First-Year

Up to USD 5,000 (INR 4.2 L) per year in each of their 4 undergraduate years

Regents Scholarships for Entering First-Year

Up to USD 20,000 (INR 16.6 L) plus special privileges

Ellen and Roger Revelle Scholarship (merit-based)

A 4-year award up to USD 10,000 (8.3 L)

Clayton H. Brace Scholarship

A 1-year award up to USD 1,000 (INR 83k)

Charmaine and Maurice Kaplan Scholarship

Up to USD 5,000 (INR 4.2 L) per year

Ray and Betty Ramseyer Scholarship

A 4-year award up to USD 20,000 (INR 16.6 L)

Read more about the Scholarships to Study in the USA

Q:   What are the requirement for the University of California San Diego admissions?

A: 

The University of California San Diego requirements for international students vary by programme in which applicants apply. Entry requirements for undergraduate and graduate admission is different and students can check it below:

UCSD Undergraduate Admission Requirements

·      Must complete your standard XII years of education

·      Achieve at least GPA of 3.4 on a scale of 4.0

·      Meet the English language requirements

·      Submit additional test score of ACT/Resume/CV

UCSD Graduate Admission Requirements

·      A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline

·      Test score of English Proficiency exams

·      Minimum of 3, Letters of Recommendation

·      Statement of Purpose

·      Resume/CV

·      Writing Sample

Know more about the Requirements to Study in the USA for International Students

Q:   What are the language requirements at UC San Diego for international students?

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International students whose first language is not English and wish to study at UCSD must submit the score of English language tests. The below table includes the English language test and score accepted at the US San Diego:

English Language Tests

Test Score Required For PG

Test Score Required for UG

TOEFL iBT

85

83

TOEFL PBT

550

550

IELTS

7

7

Duolingo

Not Accepted

115

PTE

65

Not accepted

Q:   How much does it cost to live at the University of California San Diego?

A: 

The table below includes the cost of living in the USA for international students at the University of California San Diego:

Cost of Attendance

On Campus

Off Campus

Food & Housing

USD 17,325

USD 15,567

Books, Course material, etc.

USD 1,308

Personal expenses

USD 1,620

USD 1,791

Transportation expenses

USD 858

USD 1,500

Estimated total cost

USD 21,111 (INR 17.5 L)

USD 20,166 (INR 16.8 L)

(USD 1 = INR 83.09)

Read more about the Cost of Living in the USA for International Students

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