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    University Of California, San Diago

    University of California, San Diago

    Institute Code - 4836

    Department Code: N/A

    Application Portal - https://connect.grad.ucsd.edu/apply/

    Program Link - https://cse.ucsd.edu/graduate/admissions Application StartDate - Opened on 6th September 2023. Application Deadline - February 1

    The fee for international applicants is $155. https://grad.ucsd.edu/admissions/requirements/application-fee-and-fee-waiver/index.html#:~:text=International%20Applicants%3A%20%24155.00,applications%20for%20the%20same%20term.

    Requirements

    Standardised Tests

    • TOEFL Requirements
      • Institute Code: 4836
      • Department Code: 78
      • Minimum Score Required:
        • The university-wide minimum TOEFL score required for consideration for graduate admission is 64 for the Paper-delivered Test, and 85 for the internet based test (iBT)
    • GRE Requirements
      • Institute Code: 4836
      • Department Code: Not Necessary
      • Minimum Score Required:
        • Not Specified.

    Application Requirements

    What to write in SOP.

    • An applicant's statement of purpose is very important and is given careful consideration in the selection process. For additional guidelines, please refer to Statement of Purpose. There is no specific word limit, but be concise and specific in preparing your statement, giving information that demonstrates your level of preparation and potential for success in graduate school. Applicants should address past accomplishments within the realm of computer science and engineering, why they are qualified for the program, and goals they wish to pursue while in graduate school.
    • *NOTE: Requests to update the Statement of Purpose are not granted after submission. Please carefully double-check edits prior to official submission.

    http://grad.ucsd.edu/admissions/requirements/statement-of-purpose.html?_gl=11h59jv9_gaMTk4OTk3NDQ5OC4xNjg3MDk0NTg2_ga_PWJGRGMV0T*MTY5NDExMjY3MS41LjEuMTY5NDExMjc3OS4wLjAuMA..

    Recommendations

    • Three (3) letters of recommendation are required. Additional letters may be submitted, however, you must submit a minimum of three (3) letters.
    • LORs are submitted via the online application only. For additional information about the procedures and policies for letters of recommendation, please review the UCSD Graduate Division guidelines at Procedures for Letters of Recommendation.
    • It is important that letters of recommendation be completed by individuals who are in a position to analyze your abilities and academic promise. References generally hold an academic position. Letters from research or project advisors are also acceptable, as well as LORs from a professional/industry referee.

    Transcripts

    For application review purposes only, scan and upload copies of transcripts for all institutions attended after high school graduation. Please upload both the front and back sides of the transcript, even if the back side is blank. 

    Uploaded transcripts should be recent and include the details listed below. If a transcript is not available, please upload a statement explaining the circumstances.

    • Your name*
    • Institution name
    • Dates of attendance
    • Grades/marks received
    • Credits
    • Grading legend
    • Degree conferral, if applicable

    Do not mail hard copies or request electronic official transcripts until you have been admitted.

    Resume/CV

    • A resume or curriculum vitae should be uploaded to the online application under the Resume/CV section.
    • Requests to update Resumes and/or the Statement of Purpose are not granted after submission. Please carefully double-check edits prior to official submission.

    Application Fee Waiver

    https://cse.ucsd.edu/node/2720

    Important FAQ

    https://cse.ucsd.edu/graduate/graduate-admissions-faq

    Contact

    csegradinfo-ms@ucsd.edu