Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.)
at UC San Diego, San Diego

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Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.)
at
UC San Diego
Overview

The University of California - San Diego Campus is a popular destination among international UG students interested in starting Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.) from abroad. The program lasts for a duration of 4 years. The Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.) program is considered part of the top ranked courses in USA. Candidates interested in pursuing the course must meet the eligibility criteria and secure valid scores in exams such as IELTS. The interested students should fill the form as soon as possible because the application window opens for a short time only. The first year tuition fee for Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.) at University of California - San Diego Campus is around USD 46,042. Students must also plan for some other additional costs over the duration of studies such as rent, groceries, books, health insurance, etc. The average estimated cost of living at University of California - San Diego Campus is around USD 17,198.

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹40.83 Lakh Get Fees details
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Course Level	UG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.)

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Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.)
at
UC San Diego
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.) from University of California - San Diego Campus must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in USA such as rent, food, medical, travel and other expenditures. The overall estimated cost of living students can expect to incure is around USD 17,198. The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students and some other fees that may be charged by University of California - San Diego Campus over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.) is around USD 46,042. For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.) from University of California - San Diego Campus, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 40,82,544

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 15,24,947
Books and supplies	INR 1,15,892

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.67 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 23ʳᵈ January 2025

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Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.)
at
UC San Diego
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 3.4/4
To be eligible for admission to UC San Diego, applicants are expected to complete the below courses with a GPA of 3.4 (or better) with no grade lower than "C
History/social science, English, Mathematics and Laboratory science

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Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.)
at
UC San Diego
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#66	World University QS, 2026
#20	Universities ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025
#21	Global Universities US News & World Report, 2025

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Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.)
at
UC San Diego
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

University of California - San Diego Campus
Students Ratings & Reviews

3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

0% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Stressful

Academically oriented

Internships3

Part time work1

Post study jobs3

Quality of faculty3

Student Life1

Value for money3

Public transportation4

Safety5

Indian Food5

Permanent Immigration2

Deepak Sridhar

MS in Signal and Image Processing - Batch of 2027

Offered by University of California - San Diego Campus

4.2

Good courses, faculty, research and career options make UCSD a top choice

Tips: Students should look at the cost of living and financial aid options before joining the campus as it is generally expensive to live around San Diego area. Students should clearly be prepared in choosing their track either industry or academic research and start preparing for it from day one. The courses require prior requisites and so students have to carefully look at the track they choose relevant to their interests and put in efforts to achieve their goals. Teaching assistantships are very competitive but might be available during the second year of your program. You'll have to do well on the courses and maintain good contact with the professor if you are looking to get one. Some students get TAs outside their department which is an option to consider. Courses are rigorous and the quarter system is fast-paced. So one has to adapt to this structure.

Likes (Safety): The college administration considers safety to be of utmost importance with annual safety reviews happening every year. Any safety is immediately published to make you aware of the incidents. The campus has security officers to report to even at night times. The area around campus is filled with student population, so there is no concern for safety.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Due to the H1B immigration system, permanent immigration system is convoluted although it might take longer than expected. There are no specifics to the university, this is general for all US universities. Given a chance I would immigrate to this country especially considering the state-the-art work done at many companies

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1400

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 150000

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2024Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Computer Engineering - Batch of 2027

Offered by University of California - San Diego Campus

The college has its pros and cons.

Tips: The college is academically oriented and the social life here is very less. The quarter system moves very fast and it is hard to learn something new given the very little time we get. Students barely get time to study or do things that will make them learn and implement something new, unless you hyper specialize in a particular area.

Likes (Safety): The area around the campus is pretty much safe with very few homeless people. There's public transport like shuttle buses from student housing and campus, but the frequency of that reduces after 6 and stops after 9 or 10 PM. It's safe to walk back to the graduate student housing in the night, although I haven't heard many bad experiences doing so, it's still advisable not to walk back alone in the night and have at least another person with you.

Dislikes (Student Life): The college is not very socially active and there are barely any student gatherings or meet-ups, so it's socially dead and it's not like other colleges in the East Coast, where students get time to party and chill. This is a pretty rigorous and fast paced college, so student life takes a hit.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500

Prepping time for classes23 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025Read more

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Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.)
at
UC San Diego
Highlights

Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.) is offered by Department of Physical Sciences under University of California - San Diego Campus, USA.
This a Bachelors level program of a course duration of 4 Years.
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Physics with Specialization in Astrophysics (B.S.)
at
UC San Diego

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