Program Overview

Halicioglu Data Science Institute and the Department of Computer Science

Master of Data Science Online, 2 Year Program (Fall or Winter Start)

Cost of Attendance for

These figures may not be final. Actual tuition, fees, and charges are subject to change by the Regents of the University of California or, as authorized, by the President of the University of California. Accordingly, final approved levels and charges may differ from the amounts shown.

Use this estimated cost of attendance to help decide how much money you need to attend Halicioglu Data Science Institute, Department of Computer Science, Master of Data Science Online, and how much financial aid you may need to meet that goal. Your actual costs may differ. For more information on each Cost of Attendance element visit our Financial Aid Terms webpage.

CA Residents and Non-California Residents

Cost of Attendance | Academic Year (33 weeks)
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Direct Costs
Academic Year Tuition and Fees

• UC Per Unit Program Academic Year Costs: $18,000
• UC Systemwide Student Services Fees: $1,254
• UC San Diego Campus-based Academic Year Fees: $1,080

| $20,334
Quarter Tuition and Fees |
Direct Costs**Living Expenses
Food & Housing for students without dependents
Food & Housing for students with dependents 10 | $26,133
Indirect Costs
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | $645
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $2,277
Transportation Expenses | $3,531
UC San Diego Health Insurance Fee (may be waived if covered by private insurance that is equivalent or better.) | $5,643
MDS Basic Cost of Attendance Totals for CA and Non-California Residents | $58,563

Quarterly Breakdown of Tuition and Fees

Cost of Attendance Category | Fall 2024 | Winter 2025 | Spring 2025
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Direct Costs
UC Mandatory Tuition and Fees | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000
UC Systemwide Student Services Fee | $418 | $418 | $418
UC San Diego Campus-based Fees | $360 | $360 | $360
UC San Diego Graduate Student Health Insurance Fee (may be waived if covered by private insurance that is equivalent or better.) | $1,881 | $1,881 | $1,881
Living Expenses
Food & Housing for students without dependents
Food & Housing for students with dependents 10 | $8,711 | $8,711 | $8,711
Indirect Costs
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | $215 | $215 | $215
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $759 | $759 | $759
Transportation Expenses | $1,177 | $1,177 | $1,177
Quarter Cost of Attendance |$19,521 |$19,521 |$19,521

Notes

1. The Cost of Attendance (COA) does not include the one-time Document fee of $100. COA and award packages are automatically adjusted for incoming students.
2. The Cost of Attendance (COA) includes the annual UC San Diego Graduate Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) of $5,643.
3. Non-California Resident and international students are not charged a Non-California Resident Supplemental Tuition cost. Non-California Residents will be considered for Federal Direct Loans only. International students will also be billed a one-time International Student Visa Administration fee of $150.
4. The MDS California and Non-California Resident Basic Budget Total for Year 1 Fall Start is $58,563 and Year 2 Fall Start is $39,042.
5. The MDS Program California and Non-California Basic Budget Total is based on the criteria in footnote #7.
6. The Cost of Attendance (COA) above is based on a student living off-campus.
7. MDS new and continuing students pay $750 per credit unit.
8. The Food & Housing category includes a cost for Snacks & Meals Out.
9. The Miscellaneous personal expenses category will be adjusted, along with federal financial aid for students enrolled less than half-time (i.e., less than 6 units).
10. Students with Dependents will be given a separate allowance in their cost of attendance.

Financial Assistance Information:

• Students may submit Cost of Attendance Add-On forms with appropriate documentation for rent and utilities, transportation costs, computer purchases and/or increased books and supplies.
• Federal Direct Unsubsidized and Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loans require the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
• Students who are unable to complete the FAFSA and/or California Dream Act Application or who are enrolled in less than half-time (6 units), may be able to apply for a private loan.

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