University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA · Sitio web oficial ↗
University of California, San Diego is in La Jolla, CA, United States. Tuition for international students: $53,472 per year (2026-27 figure). Standard entry requirements: A-G courses GPA 3.4. Language: IELTS 7, TOEFL iBT 83. Applying: intake: Fall; application fee $95. Scholarships: 1 from the university.
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Universidad pública: la matrícula mostrada es la tarifa para estudiantes estadounidenses de otros estados. Los estudiantes internacionales suelen pagar esta tarifa o más, y necesitan fondos adicionales para seguro médico y costos de visa; consulta la página de costos internacionales de la universidad.
Quick summary
| Cost per year | not yet determined — public universities publish in-state costs; international students pay more. The college asks you to show $82,662 in available funds for the I-20 (visa paperwork). This is proof you can pay, not a bill. |
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| Money from the college | Need-based aid: none for international students. Merit scholarships: international students can receive them. No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet. |
| Chances of admission | selective: about 1 in 4 applicants is admitted. English minimum: IELTS 7, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 83, Duolingo 115. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: 30 nov (Regular Decision — The normal round; not binding.) |
| Where and how students live | La Jolla, CA · Large city · summer highs about 28°C, winter lows about 8°C · 17 km from SAN airport |
| Housing | First-year housing: Guaranteed; housing and meals $20,443 per year |
| Working while studying | F-1 students may work on campus up to 20 hours per week while school is in session. Other work needs authorization: curricular practical training (CPT) during the program, or off-campus employment for economic hardship after one full academic year, approved by the DSO and USCIS. |
| After graduation | Optional Practical Training (OPT): 12 months of work in the field of study after a bachelor's degree; a 24-month extension applies to DHS-designated STEM degrees. · 13% go on to further study (2022-23) |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Ayuda financiera y requisitos para estudiantes internacionales
| Ayuda y admisión para solicitantes internacionales | Sin ayuda por necesidad económica para estudiantes internacionales de pregrado Los estudiantes internacionales no son elegibles para ayuda institucional por necesidad económica; solo para becas por mérito o financiamiento externo. (reference)Fuentes (3)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Check off all financial aid forms nonresident first-year financial aid applicants must submit:”ir.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Other (specify): Not eligible”ir.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“International students are not eligible to receive federal or state financial aid.”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Cubre toda la necesidad económica | No — no promete cubrir toda la necesidad económica (reference)Fuentes (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Check off all financial aid forms nonresident first-year financial aid applicants must submit:”ir.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Other (specify): Not eligible”ir.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Becas por mérito | Sí — los estudiantes internacionales pueden recibir becas por mérito (reference)Fuentes (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The Triton Scholars Award is a renewable scholarship for incoming first-year non-resident students who demonstrate academic excellence and bring unique perspectives to the campus community.”fas.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Política de SAT / ACT | Test-blind (no se consideran los puntajes)Fuentes (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “UC San Diego does not consider SAT or ACT test scores as a factor in admissions or scholarship decisions.”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Dominio del inglés | Examen de inglés obligatorio, salvo que se aplique una exención
Fuentes (6)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Demonstration of English proficiency is required if your native language is not English and your secondary/high school education was in a country where English is not the language of instruction.”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“TOEFL minimum scores”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Internet-based: 4.5 (Effective January 2026)”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“83 (Exams completed prior to January 2026)”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“IELTS minimum score of 7 (Academic module)”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 115”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
Becas para estudiantes de primer año
Triton Scholars Award
- Amount: $5,000–$20,000 / año
- Renewal: Renovable — up to 4 years
- How to apply: Automatic — considered with your admission application
Fuentes (3)
“The Triton Scholars Award is a renewable scholarship for incoming first-year non-resident students who demonstrate academic excellence and bring unique perspectives to the campus community.”fas.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Awards range from $5,000 to $20,000 per year for up to four years of undergraduate study.”fas.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Eligible students are automatically considered through the UC application for admission—no separate application is required.”fas.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Computer Science (B.S.) Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) offers four degree programs: the BS in computer science, the BS in computer engineering, the BS in artificial intelligence, and the BS in computer science with a specialization in bioinformatics.”catalog.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Economics (B.A./B.S.) Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “A detailed description of the BS economics major, as well as two- and four-year plans, are available in the undergraduate program section of the department website”catalog.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“A detailed description of the BA economics major, as well as two- and four-year plans, are available in the Undergraduate Program section of the department website”catalog.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12General Biology (B.S.) Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The school offers seven different majors, each with a distinct focus. They are (1) biology with a specialization in bioinformatics, (2) ecology, behavior, and evolution, (3) general biology, (4) human biology, (5) microbiology, (6) molecular and cell biology, and (7) neurobiology.”catalog.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“The bachelor of science granted in each of these majors will be so designated.”catalog.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Entry score guide (reference, not a minimum) | GPA 4.12-4.28 — middle 50% of admitted students Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “GPA 4.12 - 4.28”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“GPA range reflects the middle 50%”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | Fall Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The Fall 2027 Application opens August 1 and you can submit it October 1-Nov 30.”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Application fee | $95 one-time Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The application fee is $80 for each UC campus ($95 for international and non-immigrant applicants).”admission.universityofcalifornia.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | English proficiency test: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Demonstration of English proficiency is required if your native language is not English and your secondary/high school education was in a country where English is not the language of instruction.”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Personal statement / main essay: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “You must answer 4 out of 8 questions. Each answer is limited to 350 words.”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Deadline to Submit Your Final Transcripts”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“You are required to send your transcripts by July 1 to maintain your admission.”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Deadlines (fall 2027 entry)
| Regular Decision — Application — Fall intake | 30 nov The normal round; not binding. Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The Fall 2027 Application opens August 1 and you can submit it October 1-Nov 30.”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Submit the University of California Application by the November 30 deadline.”admissions.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | $53,472 per year (2026–27 figure) (reference) |
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| Housing and meals | $20,443 per year (2026–27 figure) |
| Living costs (college estimate) | $23,040 per year (2026 figure) |
| Student health insurance | $1,065 per term (2026–27 figure) (reference) Can be waived if you have comparable insurance |
| Proof of funds for the I-20 | $82,662 per year (2026 figure) Funds you must document for the first year to receive the I-20 (needed for the student visa). |
Fuentes (11)
“Tuition: Nonresident $53,472 $49,280”ir.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Provide 2026-2027 academic year costs of attendance for the following categories that are applicable to your institution.”ir.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Food and housing (on-campus): $20,443 $20,443”ir.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“I-20/DS-2019 Funding Requirements for 2026”iseo.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“NEW ADMITS: 1 Academic Year/3 Quarters (9 Months)”iseo.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Living Expenses | $23,040 | $15,360 | $7,680”iseo.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Undergraduate fees for all students 2026-27 academic year”students.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Mandatory Health Insurance | $1,065.00 | $1,065.00 | $1,065.00”students.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“students already covered by an insurance plan may qualify for a health fee waiver”students.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“F-1 students must show enough funding to meet or exceed the financial estimate for 1 academic year of their program of study.”iseo.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Total: | $82,662 | $54,898 | $27,449”iseo.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Where students live
| First-year on-campus housing | Guaranteed Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The undergraduate incoming Fall and Winter class (first-year and transfer students) are eligible for a two-year housing guarantee.”hdhughousing.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Years of guaranteed campus housing | 2 Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The undergraduate incoming Fall and Winter class (first-year and transfer students) are eligible for a two-year housing guarantee.”hdhughousing.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Housing available during breaks | Yes Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “If your student will stay on campus over Winter or Spring Break, remind them to save some Triton Cash.”hdhughousing.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | F-1 students may work on campus up to 20 hours per week while school is in session. Other work needs authorization: curricular practical training (CPT) during the program, or off-campus employment for economic hardship after one full academic year, approved by the DSO and USCIS. government rule Fuente (4)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “If you participate in on-campus employment, you may not work more than 20 hours per week when school is in session.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“F students are eligible for curricular practical training (CPT) at either the undergraduate or the graduate level during the program of study. CPT employment must be an integral part of an established curriculum and the position must directly relate to your major area of study.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Off-campus employment is only available to you if you have completed at least one full academic year of your program of study and have an economic hardship that qualifies for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's emergent circumstances.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“To work off campus, you must receive approval from your DSO, obtain an updated Form I-20 and apply for and receive employment authorization from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 20 (reference) government rule Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “If you participate in on-campus employment, you may not work more than 20 hours per week when school is in session.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Optional Practical Training (OPT): 12 months of work in the field of study after a bachelor's degree; a 24-month extension applies to DHS-designated STEM degrees. government rule Fuente (4)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Twelve months of Regular OPT is available for each higher level of study. (For example a student may have 12 months for a bachelor's degree and another 12 months for a master's degree.)”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Optional practical training is one type of work permission available for eligible F-1 students. It allows students to get real-world work experience related to their field of study.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“For students who majored in designated Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) degrees approved by DHS. This type of OPT is a 24-month extension of OPT.”studyinthestates.dhs.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Have earned a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree from a school that is accredited by a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency and is certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) at the time you submit your STEM OPT extension application.”www.uscis.gov ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Accelerated bachelor's + master's programme | Yes Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The Department of Bioengineering offers an integrated program leading to a Bachelor of Science (BS) and a Master of Science (MS) degree in bioengineering.”bioengineering.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“The purpose of the BS/MS is to allow interested students to obtain the MS degree within one year following completion of the BS degree.”bioengineering.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Graduates going on to further study (college survey) | 13% (2022–23 figure) Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “27% (2023-24) and 13% (2022-23) are enrolled in a program to continue their education by the time they graduate”career.ucsd.edu ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Earnings by field of study
| Field | After 1 year | After 4 years |
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| Computer Science STEM | $109,047 | $159,487 |
| Computer Engineering STEM | $104,513 | $149,139 |
| Mathematics and Computer Science STEM | $86,456 | $137,218 |
| Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology STEM | $90,963 | $123,320 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering STEM | $88,098 | $118,150 |
| Biological/Biosystems Engineering STEM | — | $111,677 |
| Mechanical Engineering STEM | $77,655 | $104,229 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering STEM | $76,064 | $100,173 |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering STEM | $59,527 | $98,687 |
| Chemical Engineering STEM | $70,446 | $96,798 |
| Statistics STEM | — | $96,746 |
| Physics STEM | $61,325 | $95,018 |
Median yearly earnings of graduates of this college's bachelor's programme in each field, 1 and 4 years after finishing. Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (retrieved 2026-11-11). Only graduates who received U.S. federal student aid are counted, so international students are not included. “STEM” = the field includes majors on the U.S. DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List (updated 2024-07-22); graduates of those majors on F-1 visas may apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension. Check your exact major's CIP code with the college.
Ubicación
| City / state | La Jolla, CA |
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| Setting | Large city |
| Nearest major airport | San Diego International Airport (SAN), about 17 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Setting from the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).
Climate
| Warmest month (ago) | average high 28°C (82°F) |
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| Coldest month (dic) | average low 8°C (46°F) |
| Precipitation per year | 292 mm |
Month by month
| ene | feb | mar | abr | may | jun | jul | ago | sep | oct | nov | dic | |
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| High °C | 20° | 20° | 20° | 21° | 22° | 24° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 25° | 22° | 19° |
| Low °C | 8° | 9° | 10° | 11° | 14° | 16° | 18° | 18° | 17° | 14° | 10° | 8° |
| Rain mm | 58 | 68 | 42 | 20 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 14 | 24 | 50 |
Averages for 1991–2020 at the San Diego Miramar Nas, Ca Us weather station, about 10 km from campus. Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals.
El costo, la tasa de admisión, los rangos de puntajes de exámenes y los ingresos provienen del College Scorecard del Departamento de Educación de EE. UU. (consultado el 2026-11-11). El rango del SAT suma los puntajes por sección de los percentiles 25 y 75, por lo que es aproximado. Los ingresos del Scorecard corresponden a quienes reciben ayuda federal.