Requirements
Can international students apply to MAS Programs?
Is an undergraduate degree in Science/Technology/Engineering/Mathematics required?
How much work experience is required?
Architecture-based Enterprise and Systems Engineering: 5 years of commensurate work experience is preferred.
However, your undergraduate field of study will factor in, as well as a masters degree in a similar field of study.
What is the minimum GPA required?
Is TOEFL/IELTS/PTE required?
Is the GRE required?
Applications
How do I apply?
What are the application deadlines?
What does the "Early Consideration Review" date mean?
How do I submit my Letters of Recommendation?
I am a current graduate student. Can I transfer to a MAS program from my program?
Do MAS programs allow credit transfers from courses completed at either UCSD or UCSD Extension?
I have applied to a MAS Program in previous years. Do I need to re-submit an application?
Would I be able to audit a class before I apply to the program?
Is there admission to winter/spring/summer classes?
Programs
How long is my program of interest?
Architecture-based Enterprise and Systems Engineering is a full-time program that runs four quarters in a row with the completion occurring in late August.
MAS Full-time/Part-time options
Architecture-based Enterprise Systems Engineering is only offered as a full-time program. Following the course schedule, you will complete the degree program in 12 months.
Is there a distance learning option?
Will MAS classes work around my work schedule?
Once per quarter, AESE holds a 4-day workshop from Wednesday through Saturday from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM PT.
Please note that our courses are designed for in-person attendance. While on occasion you may need to miss class due to work commitments, these need to be planned in advance with faculty. Please visit the "Curriculum" page for the program you are interested in to view the calendar.
Do you offer an online degree?
Are your programs STEM-designated?
Finance
How much do the MAS Programs cost?
I am a veteran. Can I get my tuition paid for with the GI Bill?
Many of our students have been able to get their tuition funded through the GI Bill. Please speak with Veterans Affairs to see if you qualify for funding:
https://students.ucsd.edu/finances/financial-aid/types/veterans/
In addition, you can request a waiver of UCSD's application fee. More information is available here:
http://grad.ucsd.edu/admissions/requirements/application-fee-and-fee-waiver/index.html
Does MAS offer financial aid?
Most of the students enrolled in the MAS programs take advantage of tuition reimbursement programs through their employers. We encourage you to explore this option with your employer.
MAS students are not eligible to pursue TA positions at UCSD. They can, however, apply to positions posted for on-campus jobs through UCSD’s student job portal, Handshake
UCSD’s Financial Aid Office has information about external resources available to graduate students.
Link to Graduate Division Application Frequently Asked Questions: