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3 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
For admission to Graduate courses, international applicants are required to have a Bachelor's degree. Additionally, GMAT / GRE scores may also be required. Also, submit the English language proficiency score. For admission to UG courses, the applicants should have completed secondary school education. Also, submit SAT/ACT score. Also, an English language proficiency score has to be submitted.
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3 months agoContributor-Level 10
When comparing UC San Diego with UC Berkeley, the final choice will be dependent on students. A few of the factors that may be responsible for the choice are location, tuition fees, career goals, scholarship availability etc. A comparison between these two universities is given below:
Particulars | UC Berkeley | UC San Diego |
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Acceptance rate | 11% | Around 25% |
QS Rankings 2026 | #17 | #66 |
Annual tuition fees | INR 22.42 L - 73.42 L | INR 21.44 L - 67.63 L |
Popular courses | MS, MBA, MEng | MSc in CS, MSc in Data Science, and MBA |
Considering the acceptance rate and QS rankings, it can be said that UC Berkeley is more selective as compared to UC San Diego.
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3 months agoContributor-Level 10
UCSD offers various career services such as dedicated career coaches, customized workshops and programs, career website with curates resources and content, access to Rady alumni and employers. The top employers of UC San Diego MBA Class of 2024 graduates were:
- Analog Devices
- Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Japan
- AGS
- Morgan Stanley
- Kearney (Japan)
- Engage Stack LLC
- YPOG
- EY-Parthenon
The placement rate of UCSD graduates was 72% (within 3 months of graduation). Top industries where the graduates were employed include Consulting, Financial Services, Healthcare, Technology, Manufacturing, Non-Profit / Education, etc.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
The decision to choose to study at SUNY at Oswego or Thomas Jefferson or University of San Diego depends on students' choice. The factors that may influence this decision are tuition fees, quality of faculty, type of courses offered, scholarship availability, etc. A comparison between these 3 universities is given below:
Particulars | SUNY Oswego | University of San Diego | Thomas Jefferson University |
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No. of courses offered | 110+ | 10+ | 113+ |
Annual tuition fees | Between INR 12.3 Lacs – INR 25 lakh | Around INR 24 L - 50 L | Around INR 8 L - 47 L |
Shiksha ranking (National) | NA | #224 | #156 |
Location | Oswego, New York | San Diego, USA | Philadelphia, USA |
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
With an acceptance rate of 26.7% for the class of 2028, the University of California San Diego is a relatively difficult university to enter. However, with a well-rounded profile and a good academic background, students can improve their chances of admission at UCSD
UC San Diego has a GPA requirement of 4.11 (on a scale of 4.29) and doesn't require its applicants to submit SAT/ACT scores. Thus, with an exceptional profile with an emphasis on active participation in co-curricular activities and an insightful college essay, one can secure enrollment in UCSD.
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4 months ago
Contributor-Level 10
The total University of California San Diego for Non-California residents is USD 73,000 (Around INR 62.3 lakh). The fees for on-campus students are:
Particulars | Fees |
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Tuition and fees | Around USD 21,375 |
Food & housing | USD 30,264 |
Books, course materials, supplies, & equipment | USD 696 |
Misc. personal expenses | USD 2,460 |
Transportation expenses | USD 3,813 |
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, UC San Diego is a Tier 1 university. This university has received a status of R1: Very High Research Activity. It is basically a leader in research and USD 1.73 billion sponsored research funding was there for FY24. Also, this university was ranked at 9th position in the world for the most highly cited / most influential researchers, according to Clarivate. Additionally, the university's research programme generated 400 new invention disclosures and over 90 new U.S. patents.
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
To take admission to UCSD MS in Electrical & Computer Engineering course, the applicants are required to have a BS/MS degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or Mathematics from an accredited university. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Other admission requirements are given below:
- GRE test, not required (recommended)
- English language proficiency test (TOEFL / IELTS / PTE)
- Statement of Purpose
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Scanned unofficial transcripts
- Resume / CV
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4 months agoContributor-Level 10
Admissions to the Computer Science Engineering course of University of California San Diego is selective. The department received over 6,000 applications. For the Fall term, 877 students registered. The university seeks applicants with a strong academic background in Computer Science and Engineering and / or related field and a demonstrated potential for success in Graduate schools. Each component of the application is reviewed by the Admission Committee. To be considered for UCSD admission, make sure to meet the entry requirements. A Bachelor's degree in CS, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mathematics is preferred. A
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5 months agoContributor-Level 10
Applying to Design Institute of San Deigo is different from applying to other Universities in USA as it focuses on design and potential for a higher acceptance rate due to its smaller size and specialised programs.
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