Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Master of Advanced Studies in Marine Biodiversity & Conservation Cost of Attendance for 2022-2023

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 determine how much money you need to attend UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Master of Advanced Studies in Marine Biodiversity & Conservation, 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.

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Estimated Basic Cost of Attendance

California Residents and Non-California Residents

Cost of Attendance

Summer 2022 (10 weeks) and Academic Year (33 weeks)

Academic Year and Summer Tuition and Fees (View Components)

$39,480

UC Per Unit Program Academic Year Costs: $25,194

UC Systemwide Student Services Academic Year Fee: $1,152

UC San Diego Campus-based Academic Year Fees: $1,053

UC Per Unit Program Summer Costs: $11,856

UC Systemwide Student Services Summer Fees: $225

Quarter Tuition and Fees (View Components)

Cost of Attendance Category	Summer 2022	Fall 2023	Winter 2023	Spring 2023
UC Mandatory Tuition and Fees	$11,856	$10,374	$10,374	$4,446
UC Systemwide Student Services Fee	$0	$384	$384	$384
UC San Diego Campus-based Fees	$225	$351	$351	$351
UC Mandatory Health Insurance Fee	$902	$1,335	$1,335	$1,335
Housing and Meals	$5,513	$6,064	$6,064	$6,064
Books and Supplies	$238	$262	$262	$262
Personal Expenses	$401	$441	$441	$441
Transportation Expenses	$480	$528	$528	$528
Quarter Cost of Attendance	$19,615	$19,739	$19,739	$13,811

Housing and Meals

$23,705

Books and Supplies

$1,024

Personal Expenses

$1,724

Transportation Expenses

$2,064

UC San Diego Health Insurance Fee

$4,907

MAS-MBC Basic Cost of Attendance Totals for CA and Non-California Residents

$72,904

1. The Cost of Attendance (COA) does not include the Document fee of $100. COA and award packages are automatically adjusted for incoming students.
2. The Cost of Attendance (COA) includes the UC Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) of $4,005. Students may opt out of the UC Student Health Insurance Plan. For additional UC SHIP information, visit https://shwadmin.ucsd.edu/uc-ship/index.html.
3. 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.
4. The SIO MAS-MBC California and Non-California Resident Basic Budget Total is $72,904. Students enrolled in the SIO MAS-MBC Program are not charged Non-California Resident Supplemental Tuition.
5. 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).
6. SIO MAS-MBC students pay $741 per credit unit. Summer term is based on 16 credit units taken. The academic year is based on 14 credit units Fall term, 14 credit units Winter term, and 6 credit units Spring term. Actual units taken may vary based on each student’s enrollment. The SIO MAS-MBC Program requires 50 completed credit units and is a 12-month program.
7. 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.
8. 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.

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 an approval.
Financial Aid and Scholarships Office provides Federal Direct Unsubsidized and Federal Direct Graduate PLUS Loans and requires the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Private Education Loans are available for domestic and international students. Inquire at the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office for lenders that accept international applicants. Your Major Department and/or the Graduate Division may provide other forms of financial support. Scripps Institution of Oceanography, Master of Advanced Studies in Marine Biodiversity & Conservation program costs and funding opportunities.. You may be required to complete and submit the FAFSA to be considered for some types of graduate awards. FAFSAs are available beginning October 1st every year.
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. Inquire at the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office for lenders that accept international applicants.

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