University of California, San Diego
San Diego, United States · QS World Rank #66
Living cost in United States: USD 18,048/yr official source
English requirements
What this university states for taught postgraduate entry, across every test it accepts. Individual programmes can ask for more — the table below shows a programme's own score where we have verified it.
| Test | Overall | Min per section |
|---|---|---|
| TOEFL(0-120 scale) | 85 | — |
| IELTS | 7 | — |
| Duolingo | 120 | — |
| PTE | 65 | — |
University-wide minimum for graduate admission consideration; individual programs may set higher minimums · official source
Verified programmes (3)
Master's programmes at this university that we have verified against its official pages — the field each maps to, and a direct link to the official course page.
| Programme | Field | Length | Tuition (intl) | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Advanced Studies in International Affairs | Global Governance | 9 moIntake: Sep | USD 52,704 total | See official page |
| Master of International Affairs | Global Governance, International Development, Environmental Policy | 24 moIntake: Sep | USD 45,523 total | See official page |
| Master of Public Policy | Public Policy, Environmental Policy | 24 moIntake: Sep | USD 45,523 total | See official page |
Scholarships that fund study here
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What master's programmes does University of California, San Diego offer?
We have verified 3 master's programmes at University of California, San Diego against its official pages, concentrated in Global Governance, International Development, Environmental Policy, Public Policy.
How much is international tuition at University of California, San Diego?
Across the programmes we verified, international tuition is about USD 45,523–52,704. It varies by programme — confirm on the official course page.
What IELTS score does University of California, San Diego require?
University of California, San Diego's university-wide minimum for taught master's entry is IELTS 7 (TOEFL and others also accepted). Individual programmes can require more.
How much does it cost to live in United States as a student?
Student living costs in United States are around USD 18,048/yr (official source).
Are there scholarships to study at University of California, San Diego?
Yes. Scholarships that fund study in United States include: AAUW International Fellowships, Fulbright Foreign Student Program, Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship, Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program and 3 more.
Programme names and tuition are verified against official pages and dated in our database; nothing here is a paid placement. Confirm current details on the official course page before applying.