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University of California Davis

About University of California Davis

The University of California Davis (UC Davis) was founded in 1908 as the University Farm School, a science and research-based branch of the University of California Berkeley. The institution first opened its doors in 1909 with only 18 students. In 1922, the Northern Branch of the College of Agriculture was renamed. In 1938, the name was changed once more to the College of Agriculture at Davis. In 1959, the college became a general campus and was given its current name. The academic structure of the institution currently consists of four colleges and seven schools. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges has granted the university accreditation (WASC).

The university's campuses, including the main academic campus, are located along Interstate 80 in Yolo County, next to the city of Davis. Sacramento, the state capital, is home to UC Davis Health. UC Davis also has holdings and facilities around California, as well as one in Nevada. Aside from first-rate instructional facilities such as classrooms, auditoriums, libraries, and labs, the university campus also has a variety of leisure and athletic amenities. There are racquetball and basketball courts, a climbing wall, an equestrian centre, an indoor track, a large swimming pool, a bowling alley, a billiards room, a TV lounge, and a crafts centre on the premises.

Engineering, agricultural, sciences, mathematics, anthropology, social sciences, media, design, computer science, arts, economics, languages, environment, architecture, pharmacy, philosophy, medicine, and psychology are among the 101 graduate and 102 undergraduate programmes offered at UC Davis. The institution has about 39,000 students and a faculty-to-student ratio of 20:1. UC Davis is a globally engaged university with a strong international student body that gives 1,300 students the chance to enrol in study abroad programmes each year. In over 30 nations, university lecturers lead over 50 programmes.

Why University of California, Davis?

  • It is ranked first in the world for agriculture and forestry, seventh among public universities, and 27th among public and private universities.
  • In 2012-13, it ranked tenth among US colleges in terms of international scholars.
  • It is ranked 14th in research spending among public institutions in the United States and 22nd among public and private universities.
  • There are six professional schools and four colleges on the campus.
  • It has 104 undergraduate majors and 96 graduate programmes to choose from.

University of California Davis  Rankings

  • #91 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2020
  • #112 World University Ranking - QS 2021
  • #64 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #39 National University Ranking - US News & World Report 2021
  • #66 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021

University of California Davis Course Rankings

University of California Davis Business Courses Ranks

  • #59 Best Business School USA - Bloomberg 2020
  • #131-140 Global MBA  - QS 2021
  • #151-200 Accounting & Finance - QS 2020
  • #45 PG Business and Economics - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #48 Graduate Business School - US News & World Report 2021

University of California Davis Engineering Courses Ranks

  • #151 Engineering and Technology - QS 2020
  • #87 PG Engineering and Technology - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #12 Civil Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021
  • #31 Chemical Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021
  • #24 Biomedical Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021
  • #22 Aerospace Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021
  • #39 Electrical Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021
  • #33 UG Mechanical Engineering - US News & World Report 2021
  • #34 Mechanical Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021

University of California Davis Computers Courses Ranks

  • #126-150 PG Computers - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
  • #36 Computer Engineering PG - US News & World Report 2021

University of California, Davis Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
Medicine and HealthCare (1 Courses) 4 year USD 49754
MBA (1 Courses) 2 year CAD 48707
Engineering (2 Courses) 1 Year - 2 Year CAD 26322 - CAD 26332
Science (1 Courses) 4 year CAD 37902

University of California, Davis Entry Requirements

Courses Exam
Engineering IELTS , TOEFL
MBA IELTS , TOEFL
Science IELTS , TOEFL

Admission Standards - Very High

SAT 1170/1410
ACT 24/32
GPA 3.99

Applications Accepted - 38.9% 

Applications Due Nov 30, 2021
Applicant Competition High
Application Fee $70

University of California Davis Application process

More than 4,500 overseas students are enrolled in various undergraduate courses at UC Davis.

Application portal: online

Application fee: 80USD

Every applicant must complete the steps outlined below to apply:

  • Choose the semester and course for which you want to apply.
  • Create an account using the UC app.
  • All required documentation must be submitted.
  • You'll get a confirmation page with some crucial reminders and your UC Application ID Number when you submit the application.

English Language Requirements for International Students

Official TOEFL or IELTS examination scores are required for overseas applicants. They can apply without these scores if they have or will receive a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university or a foreign college or university that only offers English instruction.

English Proficiency Test Minimum score for Undergraduate Minimum score for Graduate
TOEFLiBT 80 80
TOEFL PBT 550 -
TOEFL CBT 213 -
IELTS 6.5 7.0

University of California Davis Highlights

Year of Establishment 1908
Location Davis, California
Type of University Public
Campus Setting Suburban
Total student enrollment 39,629
International Students % 15%
Number of UG majors 102
Number of Graduate programs 101
Campus Housing Available
Test Scores Accepted TOEFL, IELTS both are accepted
Official Website ucdavis.edu

University of California Davis Annual Cost to Attend

Fee Cost
California Resident Tuition $11,442
Books and Supplies $1,158
Other Fees $3,053
Room and Board $15,775
Budget for Other Expenses $4,507
Total One Year Cost $35,935

 

Fee Cost
Out of State Resident Tuition $41,196
Books and Supplies $1,158
Other Fees $3,053
Room and Board $15,775
Budget for Other Expenses $4,507
Total One Year Cost $65,689

Know more about Studying in USA

Tuition Fees in USA (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: USD 28300 | MS: USD 22693 | BBA: USD 26616 | MBA: USD 29558 | BSc: USD 29418 | MA: USD 20452 | MIS: USD 22133 | MFin: USD 37683 | MEng: USD 29558 | MIM: USD 35301 | MEM: USD 23254 | MArch: USD 34741 | MFA: USD 28857 | BHM: USD 27176
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in USA USD 700 to 1000 Per Month
Entrance Exams in USA TOEFL: 86 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 60 | GRE: 309 | GMAT: 560 | SAT: 1177
Work and Study in USA Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. Know More
Post Study Work Permit in USA One to Two Years after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in USA USD 160
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Intakes in USA There are Three Intakes in USA: Fall (August-September), Spring (January) Know More
Top Job Sectors in USA Health Care, Education, Construction, Hospitality & Tourism, Business Services, Finance.
Economy in USA GDP Growth of 2.1% (Q4 2019), The Larges Economy of the World by Nominal

University of California Davis Average Tuition Fee Per Year

Undergraduate

$ 29,720

Postgraduate

$ 44,249

Costs per year

Overall cost of living

$ 15,863

Campus accommodation

$ 9,804

Please note that fees will vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.