BS Electrical Engineering
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BS Electrical Engineering
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UC Santa Cruz
Overview

University of California - Santa Cruz Campus is among the popular universities to study BS Electrical Engineering from abroad. The duration of BS Electrical Engineering program is 4 years. The first-year University of California - Santa Cruz Campus tuition fee for BS Electrical Engineering is around USD 45,337. Indian students are required to plan their cost of living (accommodation, groceries, insurance, utilities, etc.) apart from tuition fees to study at the university. The average estimated cost of living is around USD 18,785. Indian students must meet the University of California - Santa Cruz Campus admission requirements to study the course. Indian students must submit an online application by the course deadline to get into the university.

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹40.20 Lakh Get Fees details
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Official Career Service Website	Go to Website
Course Level	UG Degree

BS Electrical Engineering

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BS Electrical Engineering
at
UC Santa Cruz
Fees

To get admission in BS Electrical Engineering at University of California - Santa Cruz Campus students need to cover tuition fees and living costs. The fee structure varies based on whether the student is domestic or international. For international students the tuition fee for the first year is USD 45,337. In addition to this students should budget for

Other living expenses
including
housing
food
transportation
books and personal expenses

These costs can differ based on lifestyle and personal choices. According to the data available the average University of California - Santa Cruz Campus cost of living for international students is USD 18,785. Students can plan their stay accordingly. Since the cost of living varies from student to student it’s important to plan accordingly. For a breakdown of the University of California - Santa Cruz Campus BS Electrical Engineering fees refer to the table mentioned below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 40,20,032

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 16,65,666
Insurance	INR 2,59,094

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.67 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 24ᵗʰ October 2025

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BS Electrical Engineering
at
UC Santa Cruz
Entry Requirements

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Students must have a 4 year degree or a masters degree in any discipline and 2 years of significant professional experience or student must have a 3 year bachelor degree in any discipline and 3 years of significant professional experience. Students must also be proficient in English
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Final High School Transcript
Proof of English Language proficiency
Proof of SAT scores
Personal Insight Questions
- Freshman applicants choose four out of eight questions to answer.
- Each response is limited to a maximum of 350 words.
For fall 2021 and 2022 ,UC Santa Cruz will no longer use standardized exam scores (SAT score) in the holistic review and selection process

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BS Electrical Engineering
at
UC Santa Cruz
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#88	National University US News & World Report, 2026
#181	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#458	World University QS, 2026

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BS Electrical Engineering
at
UC Santa Cruz
Placements

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Internship Available	Yes

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Tips: I have enjoyed my overall experience at the University of California, Santa Cruz. I have gained a lot of learning, experience, and maturity while studying here. The faculty and student body are very involved, which makes for a great learning environment. The library is well-equipped, and there is a constant buzz on campus because of the variety of clubs and societies. You will be able to get practical experience through some hands-on projects, which will help you after graduation. Finally, joining study groups and societies is a great way to form a network and gain a sense of community.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2450

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 84450

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BS Electrical Engineering
at
UC Santa Cruz
Highlights

UCSC's four-year electrical engineering degree program provides a balance of engineering science and design
The curriculum is challenging, yet flexible enough to meet special interests and needs
Undergraduates have opportunities to assist faculty with research and publish papers in academic journals
The program emphasizes analysis and design, and electrical engineers apply their knowledge to an expanding array of technical, scientific, and mathematical questions

BS Electrical Engineering
at
UC Santa Cruz

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