Master of Advanced Studies in Clinical Research

Cost of Attendance for 2023-2024

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 Master of Advanced Studies in Clinical Research, 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.

This estimated cost of attendance is for the FULL-TIME, 12-MONTH, Summer Start Pace of Study. This program is available in 12-MONTH, 18-MONTH and 24-MONTH Paces. Refer to the program’s financial webpage for more information, which may vary by Pace of Study selected.

Estimated Basic Cost of Attendance

California Residents and Non-California Residents

Cost of Attendance	Summer 2023 (10 weeks) and Academic Year (33 weeks)
Summer and Academic Year Tuition and Fees UC Per Unit Program Summer Costs: $6,720 UC Systemwide Student Services Summer Fee: $228 UC Per Unit Program Academic Year Costs: $26,880 UC Systemwide Student Services Academic Year Fee: $1,206 UC San Diego Campus-based Academic Year Fees: $1,071	$36,105
Quarter Tuition and Fees
Living Expenses Food & Housing for students without dependents Food & Housing for students with dependents¹⁰	$26,691
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment	$1,122
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$1,892
Transportation Expenses	$2,248
UC San Diego Graduate Health Insurance Fee	$5,406
MAS-CLRE Basic Cost of Attendance Totals for CA and Non-California Residents	$73,464

Quarterly Breakdown of Tuition and Fees

Cost of Attendance Category	Fall 2023	Winter 2024	Spring 2024	Summer 2024
UC Mandatory Tuition and Fees	$6,720	$10,080	$10,080	$6,720
UC Systemwide Student Services Fee	$0	$402	$402	$402
UC San Diego Campus-based Fees	$228	$357	$357	$357
UC San Diego Health Insurance Fee	$996	$1,470	$1,470	$1,470
Living Expenses Food & Housing for students without dependents Food & Housing for students with dependents¹⁰	$6,207	$6,828	$6,828	$6,828
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment	$261	$287	$287	$287
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$440	$484	$484	$484
Transportation Expenses	$523	$575	$575	$575
Quarter Cost of Attendance	$15,375	$20,483	$20,483	$17,123

Notes

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.
The Cost of Attendance (COA) for the academic year includes the annual UC Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) of $4,410 and as part of the UC Student Health Insurance Early Start Plan, the Summer premium is $996. Read more on how to use UC SHIP or how to waive UC SHIP.
Non-California resident and international students are not charged a Non-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 $100. International students may apply for Private Education Loans to assist with educational costs.
The MAS-CLRE (Full-Time, 12-Month, Summer Start Pace) California and Non-California Resident Basic Budget Total is $73,464. Students enrolled in the MAS-CLRE Program are not charged Non-California Resident Supplemental Tuition.
The MAS-CLRE Program California and Non-California Basic Budget Total is based on the criteria in footnote #7.
The COA above is based on a student living off-campus. A student living on-campus or living with a parent will have a different COA and can refer to the graduate student cost of attendance budgets for the various components and costs Graduate Students Cost of Attendance (ucsd.edu).
Master of Advanced Studies (MAS) in Clinical Research (Full-Time, 12-Month, Summer Start Pace) new and continuing students entering Summer 2023 pay $840 per credit unit for Summer and $840 per credit unit for the academic year. Summer term is based on 8 credit units taken. The academic year is based on 12 credit units Fall term, 12 credit units Winter term, and 8 credit units Spring term. Actual units taken may vary based on each student’s enrollment. The 12-Month Summer Start MAS-CLRE Program requires 40 credit units for completion.
The Food & Housing category includes a cost for Snacks & Meals Out. The Snacks & Meals out included in the Living with parents Food & Housing cost is $1,824. The Snacks & Meals out included in the On-Campus Food & Housing cost is $2,022. The Snacks & Meals out included in the Off-Campus Food & Housing cost is $2,055.
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). Miscellaneous personal expenses are indirect costs that are not billed to your student account.
Students with Dependents will be given a separate housing allowance in their cost of attendance.

For off-campus rental options, including market costs for one-bedroom apartments and other housing arrangements, please refer to the UC San Diego Off-Campus Housing Services website: https://offcampushousing.ucsd.edu/. Please keep in mind, the Cost of Attendance listed above is based on actual student average expenses. You can also view additional information on current typical housing costs near UC campuses here.

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. Submission of a request does not guarantee approval.
Federal Direct Unsubsidized and Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loans require the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). FAFSAs are available beginning October 1st every year except the 2024-25 FAFSA, which was available December 2023. Your Major Department and/or the Division of Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs may provide other forms of financial support. You may be required to complete and submit the FAFSA to be considered for some types of graduate financial support.
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. Private Education Loans are available for domestic and international students. Review our comparison tool, ELMSelect for helpful information on how to choose and compare lenders.

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