Master of Science in Computational Social Science Program

Full-Time, 12-Month, Summer Start

Cost of Attendance for 2025-2026

Some or all instruction for all or part of the Academic Year may be delivered remotely. Tuition and fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the Academic Year. Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved or proposed amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented.

Use this estimated cost of attendance to help decide how much money you’ll need to attend Master of Science in Computational Social Science Program (Full-Time, 12-Month, Summer Start), 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 based on four terms, full-time enrollment in summer and full-time enrollment during the academic year as a graduate/professional student.

Estimated Basic Cost of Attendance

California Residents and Non-California Residents

Cost of Attendance	Summer 2025 (10 weeks) and Academic Year (33 weeks) (Year 1 of 1)
Direct Costs
Summer and Academic Year Tuition and Fees UC Per Unit Program Summer Costs: $16,096 UC San Diego Campus-based Summer Fees: $341 UC Per Unit Program Academic Year Costs: $39,234 UC Systemwide Student Services Fees: $1,290 UC San Diego Campus-based Fees: $1,125	$58,086
Direct Costs
Living Expenses Food & Housing for students without dependents Food & Housing for students with dependents¹⁰	$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
MS-CSS Basic Cost of Attendance Totals for CA and Non-California Residents	$113,789

Quarterly Breakdown of Tuition and Fees

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 Food & Housing for students with dependents¹⁰	$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
Quarter Cost of Attendance	$29,087	$28,234	$28,234	$28,234

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) includes the annual UC San Diego Graduate Student Health Insurance Plan (UC SHIP) of $5,820. The UC San Diego Graduate Student Health Insurance Early Start Plan, the Summer premium is $1,368. Read more on how to use UC SHIP or how to waive UC SHIP. (May be waived if covered by private insurance that is equivalent or better.)
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 $150. International students may apply for Private Education Loans to assist with educational costs.
The MS-CSS California and Non-California Resident Basic Budget Total is $113,789. Students enrolled in the MDS Program are not charged Non-California Resident Supplemental Tuition.
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. A student living on-campus 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.
Master of Science in Computational Social Science Program (Full-Time, 12-Month, Summer Start) new and continuing students pay $1,006 per credit unit. Summer term is based on 16 credit units taken. The academic year is based on 13 credit units Fall term, 13 credit units Winter term, and 13 credit units Spring term. Actual units taken may vary based on each student’s enrollment. The MS-CSS Program requires 55 credit units for completion.
The Food & Housing category includes a cost for Snacks & Meals Out. The Snacks & Meals out included in the On-Campus Food & Housing cost is $9,801. The Snacks & Meals out included in the Off-Campus Food & Housing cost is $9,801.
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 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. 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 2025-26 FAFSA, which was available December 2024. 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.