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    Agricultural Engineering

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    Davis, USMEngrIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $61,394.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    31.2%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    36
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MEngr program based in Davis, US. Tuition is $61,394 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program focuses on sustainable solutions for food safety and security, pathogen detection, bioenergy development, insect-borne disease control, and preservation of land, air, and water resources. Research highlights include machine systems and precision agriculture, soil and water engineering, robotics, remote sensing, postharvest engineering, food engineering, and bioenvironmental engineering.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #5 in Biological / Agricultural Engineering (public)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Applicants must submit official TOEFL or IELTS examination scores unless exempt. Recommend TOEFL Speaking Subset score of at least 26. No specific total minimum stated for program; university minimum 80.
    IELTS
    required
    Min Applicants must submit official TOEFL or IELTS examination scores unless exempt. No specific minimum stated for program; university minimum 7.0 overall.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    36 months OPT (US)

    $21,865.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis is $61,394 across 36 required credits.
    Is Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis online or in-person?
    Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis is offered in-person.
    How long does Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis take to complete?
    Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    Is Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Agricultural Engineering at University of California-Davis is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.