Master of Science in Drug Development and Product ManagementCost 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 Science in Drug Development and Product Management, 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.

Estimated Basic Cost of Attendance

California Residents and Non-California Residents

Cost of Attendance

Academic Year (33 weeks)

Academic Year Tuition and Fees(View Components)

$33,237

UC Per Unit Program Academic Year Costs: $30,960

UC Systemwide Student Services Academic Year Fee: $1,206

UC San Diego Campus-based Academic Year Fees: $1,071

Quarter Tuition and Fees (View Components)

Cost of Attendance Category	Fall 2023	Winter 2024	Spring 2024
UC Mandatory Tuition and Fees	$10,320	$10,320	$10,320
UC Systemwide Student Services Fee	$402	$402	$402
UC San Diego Campus-based Fees	$357	$357	$357
UC San Diego Health Insurance Fee	$1,470	$1,470	$1,470
Living Expenses Food & Housing for students without dependents Food & Housing for students with dependents¹⁰	$6,828	$6,828	$6,828
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment	$287	$287	$287
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$484	$484	$484
Transportation Expenses	$575	$575	$575
Quarter Cost of Attendance	$20,273	$20,273	$20,273

Living Expenses
Food & Housing for students without dependents
Food & Housing for students with dependents¹⁰

$20,484

Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment

$861

Miscellaneous Personal Expenses

$1,452

Transportation Expenses

$1,725

UC San Diego Health Insurance Fee

$4,410

MS-DDPM Basic Cost of Attendance Totals for CA and Non-California Residents

$62,169

All new UC San Diego professional and graduate students will be billed a one-time Document fee of $100, which is not included in the Tuition/Fees amount.
The Cost of Attendance (COA) includes the annual UC Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) of $4,410. 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 MS-DDPM (Full-Time, 3 Quarters) California and Non-California Resident Basic Budget Total is $62,169. Students enrolled in the MS-DDPM Program are not charged Non-CA Resident Supplemental Tuition.
The MS-DDPM 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).
MS-DDPM (Full-Time, 3 Quarters) new students entering Fall 2023 pay $860 per credit unit. The academic year is based on 12 credit units Fall term, 12 credit units Winter term, and 12 credit units Spring term. Actual units taken may vary based on each student’s enrollment. The MS-DDPM Program requires 36 completed credit units and is a 3-Quarter program.
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.

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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