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Master of Science in Computer Science
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UC Davis 
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Duration

1.5 - 2 years
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Master of Science in Computer Science
 at 
UC Davis 
Fees

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Tuition & feesINR 26,83,461
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Hostel & MealsINR 18,77,438
InsuranceINR 6,60,684
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Master of Science in Computer Science
 at 
UC Davis 
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Master of Science in Computer Science
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   What is the most popular major at UC Davis? Why?
A: 

UC Davis comprises 107 academic majors and 101 graduate degrees. Out of them, some of the most popular majors at UC Davis are given below:

Popular Majors

Percent of Graduates

Starting Salaries

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

17%

INR 26L

Social Sciences

15%

INR 27L

Psychology

13%

INR 26L

Engineering

9%

INR 65L

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

6%

INR 42L

The reasons for their popularity are better starting salaries, research opportunities, academic excellence, and clear career aspects.

Q:   What are the requirements to study in USA for international students?
A: 

International students must meet the requirements to study in USA. Students must have a required qualification as per the programme and submit the test score during the process. Check below the English language test and additional tests accepted by US Universities:

Entrance Exam

Count of Universities

GRE

524

PTE

500

GMAT

434

ACT

12

 

English Language Exams

Count of Universities

TOEFL

1032

IELTS

960

Duolingo

816

Q:   What SAT score do I need to get admission at UC Davis?
A: 

According to the official web, the University of California, Davis does not consider SAT or ACT scores during admission even if submitted. There is no need to appear or submit the score of ACT or SAT. Instead, the university gives precedence to the factors, such as rigor of secondary school records, academic GPA, application essay, extracurricular activities, talent, character/personal qualities of the students, volunteer work, and work experience. The students must focus on the factors that are more valuable or asked by the university.

Q:   Wjo are the top Employers of UC Davis graduates?
A: 

A few of the top employers of the MBA graduates of UC Davis are:

  • Amazon
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
  • Keysight Technologies
  • Taylor Farms
  • Beazer Homes

A few of the employers of this university as per Payscale.com, are Intel, Accenture, Oracle Corp, The Roche Group, Mars Inc., etc. 

Q:   What is the placement rate for UC Davis?
A: 

UC Davis boasts an employment rate of 79% for MBA graduates with an average base salary of USD 98,000 meanwhile for MSBA gradautes, the employment rate stands at 95%, with an average salary of USD 131,000. Pursuing higher studies from UCD is an investment since its tuition cost falls around USD 37,600 with the promise of high pay job opportunities. Some of the top companies that recruit students from UCD include Amazon, University of California, Davis, Kaiser, Permanente, UC Davis Health, Google, Apple, Genentech, Meta, Intel Corporation, Micrsoft, Amazon Web Service, LinkedIn, Tesla, etc. 

Master of Science in Computer Science
 at 
UC Davis 
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UC Davis 
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Students also asked

Q:   What is the racial makeup of UC Davis?
A: 

UC at Davis accepts students from all around the world, belonging to various ethnic and racial groups. The student demographics for the University of California Davis are given below: 

Ethnic/Racial Group 

Headcount 

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic 

58 

American Indian or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic 

36 

Race and/or ethnicity unknown 

703 

Black or African American, non-Hispanic 

549 

Two or more races, non-Hispanic 

2,126 

Hispanic/Latino 

8,102 

Nonresidents 

4,201 

Asian, non-Hispanic 

10,093 

White, non-Hispanic 

6,405 

Total 

32,273 

Q:   Is UC Davis a top 50 school?
A: 

According to a top-ranking publisher, UC Davis ranking is #33 in the National Universities category in 2025. Furthermore, in the previous year's ranking, this university ranked at #28 position. So, in the National Universities category, it can be said that UC Davis ranks among the Top 50 Universities. But, in the Global ranking, this university ranks at #130 position in 2025. In Times Higher Education (THE) rankings, this university ranks at #62 position in 2025. So, globally, it can be said that this university ranks among the Top 150 World Universities.

Q:   What subject is UC Davis known for?
A: 

The University of California Davis offers 100+ academic majors. At the Graduate level, 100+ courses are offered. A few of the top majors of this university are:

  • Psychology
  • Biological Sciences
  • Managerial Economics
  • Economics
  • Animal Science
  • Computer Science
  • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • Political Science
Q:   Which famous personalities have studied at UC Davis?
A: 

UC Davis has educated a number of notable individuals in the US and globally. Some are mentioned below:

AlumniBest Known for
Kimberly GuilfoyleTV Personality
Hasan MinhajComedian and Actor
Urijah FaberMixed Martial Artist
Mark DavisBusinessman and Sports Franchise Owner
Adam DuritzSinger
Q:   What are the rankings for the University of California, Davis?
A: 

Ranked at #27 by Shiksha Popularity Rankings, University of California, Davis is also ranked at #31 for MS in MS in the USA, this ranking is #87 for MBA/PGDM, and #44 for B.E./B.Tech. Looking at these Shiksha Popularity Rankings, most of the University of California, Davis courses are between the ranks of #31 and #87

Moving on, according to 'University Ranking' category of QS 2025, University of California, Davis ranks #130, which is improving in comparison to its last year's ranking, i.e., #132 in 2024. University of California, Davis also ranks #59 in THE 'University Ranking' category 2024. As compared to the last year, University of California, Davis witnessed a decline trend in its THE (Times Higher Education) ranking which stood at #59 in 2024. Additionally, University of California, Davis ranks #33 in US News 'National University' category in 2025.

University of California, Davis
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 31% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Liberal
Friendly
Multi-dimensional
Internships3.4
Part time work3.3
Post study jobs4.1
Quality of faculty4.3
Student Life4.4
Value for money3.5
Public transportation4.7
Safety4.4
Indian Food4.3
Permanent Immigration3.3
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MS in Hydrologic Sciences - Batch of 2025
Offered by University of California, Davis
3.7
The economic crisis and policy changes concerning immigration have made living more challenging.
Tips: The culture here is both inclusive and accepting. You will be a part of some of the most culturally rich environments, with clubs and societies ranging from dramatics to artificial intelligence to sports and so much more. I was given a merit-based scholarship that reduced my tuition by 8,500, which has been helpful. Since this is a big campus, getting a bike would really save time.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Living in the United States these days has become a very far-fetched idea. The economic crisis and policy changes concerning immigration have made living here more challenging. It is even more difficult because student visas have been revoked in some cases.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2125
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 79825
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025Read more
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Masters of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering - Batch of 2023
Offered by University of California, Davis
4.2
Diverse campus and a great student life.
Tips: The weather and scenery are among the best in the world and you'll soon be accustomed to the life here. Once you get to campus get a bank account opened and keep your documents in order as you'll require them. The professors are approachable and helpful, and you may take advantage of office hours. UC Davis is known for its diversity which makes setting in easier.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 3300
Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 75950
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2025Read more
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BSc in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of California, Davis
4.1
Beautiful campus with good people and a diverse campus.
Tips: The University of California at Davis is a very welcoming and student-friendly environment. The campus is huge, so you might want to start mapping out your classrooms and labs as soon as you can. Biking is recommended to make getting through campus easier. Be sure to check out and enroll in some of the many available student organizations. These organizations will give you a sense of community and look good on any future applications. Try to interact with the locals and explore the city. Overall, I am satisfied with the course and the country.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2650
Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 82900
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2025Read more
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BSc in Biotechnology - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of California, Davis
3.9
Very fulfilling experience with highly knowledgeable faculty.
Tips: I would recommend coming to the US for your postgraduate programs instead of your undergraduate studies. You will get a higher return on your investment, and you will save money. If you are planning on staying off-campus, find a local resident to be your guarantor. This will help you in several legal and financial aspects. Besides, there are student bodies that will look out for you in case you have difficulties adjusting. There are many different student groups here that are designed to appeal to lots of students' interests. Look around and see what piques yours, and get involved. Overall, I am satisfied with my experiences.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2825
Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 72875
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2025Read more
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BA/BSc in Psychology - Batch of 2026
Offered by University of California, Davis
4.1
There are lots of opportunity available to learn and grow.
Tips: The campus is beautiful and there is a lot of space to study or unwind especially outdoors. If you are passionate about research and experimenting, then this would be a right fit for you as here students are encouraged to explore their own niche and ideas. Finally, one of the biggest assets of studying here would be its reputation as a teaching hub and the windows of opportunities present.
Likes (Indian Food): I was pleasantly surprised at the amount of Indian restaurants within the vicinity and how popular the cuisine is here. You will never feel out of place and there are specific restaurants for different states such as South Indian, Gujarat, etc. Most of them are pretty reasonable and the Indian grocery stores are quite popular as well.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2975
Prepping time for classes33 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 93700
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2024Read more
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Master of Science in Computer Science
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UC Davis 
Highlights

  • The Master of Science in Computer Science degree prepares students to do meaningful research and to acquire vital skills and insights for solving some of the world's most complex technological challenges
  • The Graduate Program of Computer Science offers two plans for the MS degree with respective capstone requirements. Plan I requires successful completion of a thesis, while Plan II requires successful completion of either a project or a master exam
  • All options require 36 units of upper division and graduate coursework

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UC Davis 
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 at 
UC Davis 
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