The Master's Program is a minimum two-year course of study, requiring registration for seven quarters (summer, fall, winter, spring in the first year, and fall, winter, and spring in the second year). The fees for 2025-2026 are $34,029 per year (approved by the UC Office of the President, May 1, 2025).
| Fee Type | Annual | Summer | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Fee* | $33,480.00 | $8,370.00 | $8,370.00 | $8,370.00 | $8,370.00 |
| Community Centers Facility Fee | $207.00 | $0.00 | $69.00 | $69.00 | $69.00 |
| Student Transit Pass | $272.00 | $0.00 | $91.00 | $91.00 | $90.00 |
| UCGPC Systemwide Fee | $7.00 | $0.00 | $3.00 | $2.00 | $2.00 |
| Graduate and Professional Student Association | $27.00 | $0.00 | $9.00 | $9.00 | $9.00 |
| Associated Students of Graduate Division | $36.00 | $0.00 | $12.00 | $12.00 | $12.00 |
| Total | $34,029.00 | $8,370.00 | $8,554.00 | $8,553.00 | $8,552.00 |
*The program fee includes instruction, library, Graduate Division, and services provided by the following SAA units: Office of the Registrar, Student Financial Services, Educational Technology Services, Student Information Systems, Institutional Research, International Students & Scholars Office, SAA Vice Provost's Office, Office of Career & Professional Development, Learning Resource Services, Student Disability Services, and Student Life.
Students do not pay Student Health & Counseling Services Fee, Student Health Insurance Fee, or Student Health & Counseling Supplemental Fee; therefore, these services are not available to students.
| Fee Type | Annual | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Fee* | $33,480.00 | $11,160.00 | $11,160.00 | $11,160.00 |
| Community Centers Facility Fee | $207.00 | $69.00 | $69.00 | $69.00 |
| UCGPC Systemwide Fee | $7.00 | $3.00 | $2.00 | $2.00 |
| Student Transit Pass | $272.00 | $91.00 | $91.00 | $90.00 |
| Graduate and Professional Student Association | $27.00 | $9.00 | $9.00 | $9.00 |
| Associated Students of Graduate Division | $36.00 | $12.00 | $12.00 | $12.00 |
| Total | $34,029.00 | $11,344.00 | $11,343.00 | $11,342.00 |
*The program fee includes instruction, library, Graduate Division, and services provided by the following SAA units: Office of the Registrar, Student Financial Services, Educational Technology Services, Student Information Systems, Institutional Research, International Students & Scholars Office, SAA Vice Provost's Office, Office of Career & Professional Development, Learning Resource Services, Student Disability Services, and Student Life.
Students do not pay Student Health Insurance Fee or Student Health & Counseling Supplemental Fee; therefore, these services are not available to students.
Students in their second year of the MD- Clinical and Epi. Research MS program pay a program fee of $15,618 and 15,617 in fall and winter quarter respectively.
Students who require additional time in the program will be charged on a per-quarter basis. Fees are subject to change without notice and do not include health insurance, books, supplies, or software. For students who need to purchase health insurance, please visit UCSF Student Health and Counseling Services website for assistance.
Please refer to the Advanced Training in Clinical Research section of Office of the Registrar fee page for further details.
Selected applicants will be eligible to have their fees offset by a Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics Scholarship of up to $5000 in the first year and $2000 in 2nd year of the program. Offsets will be applied quarterly. (Note: This is subject to change.)
Applicants who meet the following criteria will be eligible for the fee offset:
- Demonstrated excellence in the performance of academic work and clinical care based on prior transcripts, publications, and letters of recommendation. This criterion will be evaluated by the Master's Degree Program Admissions Committee; AND
- Concurrent enrollment in a University of California-sponsored residency or postdoctoral fellowship program that is recognized by the University of California Office of Graduate Medical Education; or being a registered student in one of the professional schools or graduate programs at the University of California (in a program other than the MS in Clinical & Epidemiological Research Program); or holding a full-time salaried University of California faculty, academic or staff position. Individuals will be asked to provide proof of University of California status.
In the second year, a $2000 scholarship will be provided to all students in good standing who are making timely progress toward graduation requirements. This scholarship will be applied for quarterly. (Note: this is subject to change)
Financial Assistance
Prospective students in need of financial assistance should contact the UCSF Graduate Division financial support office.