Master of Science in Computational Social Science Program
San Diego , United States
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Tuition Fee
USD 58,086
Start Date
2027-06-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
12 months
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Details
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Computer Science | Data Science | Social Work and Counselling
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies | Social Sciences
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
USD 58,086
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2027-06-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Master of Science in Computational Social Science Program
Full-Time, 12-Month, Summer Start
The Master of Science in Computational Social Science Program is a full-time, 12-month program that starts in the summer. The program requires 55 credit units for completion.
Estimated Basic Cost of Attendance
California Residents and Non-California Residents
The estimated basic cost of attendance for California residents and non-California residents is as follows:
- Direct Costs:
- Summer and Academic Year Tuition and Fees: $58,086
- Living Expenses:
- Food & Housing for students without dependents: $39,435
- Indirect Costs:
- Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment: $907
- Miscellaneous Personal Expenses: $3,205
- Transportation Expenses: $4,968
- UC San Diego Health Insurance Fee (may be waived if covered by private insurance that is equivalent or better): $7,188
The total basic cost of attendance for California and non-California residents is $113,789.
Quarterly Breakdown of Tuition and Fees
The quarterly breakdown of tuition and fees is as follows:
| Cost of Attendance Category | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | Winter 2026 | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direct Costs | ||||
| UC San Diego Systemwide Tuition and Fees | $16,096 | $13,078 | $13,078 | $13,078 |
| UC Systemwide Student Services Fee | $0 | $430 | $430 | $430 |
| UC San Diego Campus-based Fees | $341 | $375 | $375 | $375 |
| UC San Diego Graduate Student Health Insurance Fee (may be waived if covered by private insurance that is equivalent or better) | $1,368 | $1,940 | $1,940 | $1,940 |
| Living Expenses | ||||
| Food & Housing for students without dependents | $9,171 | $10,088 | $10,088 | $10,088 |
| Indirect Costs | ||||
| Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment | $211 | $232 | $232 | $232 |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses | $745 | $820 | $820 | $820 |
| Transportation Expenses | $1,155 | $1,271 | $1,271 | $1,271 |
The quarterly cost of attendance is $29,087 for summer 2025, and $28,234 for fall 2025, winter 2026, and spring 2026.
Notes
- The Cost of Attendance (COA) does not include the one-time Document fee of $100.
- The Cost of Attendance (COA) includes the annual UC San Diego Graduate Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) of $5,820.
- Non-California resident and international students are not charged a Non-Resident Supplemental Tuition cost.
- The MS-CSS California and Non-California Resident Basic Budget Total is $113,789.
- The MS-CSS California and Non-California Resident Basic Budget Total is based on the criteria in footnote #7.
- The COA above is based on a student living off-campus.
- Master of Science in Computational Social Science Program (Full-Time, 12-Month, Summer Start) new and continuing students pay $1,006 per credit unit.
Financial Assistance Information
- Students may submit a Special Circumstance-Cost of Attendance Appeal 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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