Master of Quantitative Finance Program 2025-2026

Rady School of Management’s Master of Quantitative Finance Program (Full-Time, STEM-Designated, 12-Month, Fall 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 determine how much money you need to attend UC San Diego’s Rady School of Management's Master of Quantitative Finance Program (MQF) is STEM-Designated 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 during the academic year and less than half-time enrollment in the summer as a graduate/professional student.

Estimated Basic Cost of Attendance

California Residents and Non-California Residents
Cost of Attendance	Academic Year (33 weeks) and Summer 2026 (10 weeks)
Academic Year and Summer Tuition and Fees: UC Per Unit Program Academic Year Costs: $77,424 UC Systemwide Student Services Fees: $1,290 UC San Diego Campus-based Academic Year Fees: $1,125 Rady Activity Fee: $150 UC Per Unit Program Summer Costs: $6,452 UC San Diego Campus-based Summer Fees: $341	$86,782
Living Expenses Food & Housing for students without dependents Food & Housing for students with dependents¹¹	$39,435
Books course materials, supplies, and equipment⁷	$0
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.)	$5,820
MoQF Basic Cost of Attendance Totals for CA and Non-California Residents	$140,210

Quarterly Breakdown of Tuition and Fees
Cost of Attendance Category	Fall 2025	Winter 2026	Spring 2026	Summer 2026
UC San Diego Tuition and Fees	$25,808	$25,808	$25,808	$6,452
UC Systemwide Student Services Fees	$430	$430	$430	$0
UC San Diego Campus-based Fees	$375	$375	$375	$341
UC San Diego Health Insurance Fee (may be waived if covered by private insurance that is equivalent or better.)	$1,940	$1,940	$1,940	$0
Rady Activity Fee	$50	$50	$50	$0
Living Expenses Food & Housing for students without dependents Food & Housing for students with dependents¹¹	$10,088	$10,088	$10,088	$9,171
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment⁷	$0	$0	$0	$0
Miscellaneous Personal Expenses	$820	$820	$820	$745
Transportation Expenses	$1,271	$1,271	$1,271	$1,155
Quarter Cost of Attendance	$40,782	$40,782	$40,782	$17,864

Notes

The Cost of Attendance (COA) does not include the one-time Document fee of $100. COA and financial aid packages are automatically adjusted for incoming students.
The Cost of Attendance (COA) includes the $150 annual Rady Student Activity fee.
The Cost of Attendance (COA) includes the annual UC Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) of $5,820. 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-California Resident Supplemental Tuition cost. Non-California residents and 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 Rady Master of Finance MoF California and Non-California Resident Basic Budget Total is $140,210 based on the criteria in footnote #8.
The Cost of Attendance (COA) above is based on a student living off-campus.
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment costs are included in each term’s fees amount and are provided to each student. *Course Materials Opt-Out: students may opt out of textbook and course materials coverage by emailing the Director of Graduate Student Services at gradstudentaffiars@rady.ucsd.edu. Please include “ MQF Course Materials Opt-Out” in your email subject line.
Rady Master of Quantitative Finance new students entering Fall 2025 pay $1,613 per credit unit. The academic year is based on 16 credit units Fall term, 16 credit units Winter term, and 16 credit units Spring term, and 4 credit units Summer term. Actual units taken may vary based on each student’s enrollment. The 12-month and the 15-month Rady Master of Quantitative Finance Program is a 52-unit STEM-Designated degree program.
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.

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 Special Circumstances - Cost of Attendance Appeals 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. requires 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.