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    Animal Behavior

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    Davis, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $60,486.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    26
    Credits
    $140.00
    App fee

    Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis is a 26-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Davis, US. Tuition is $60,486 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Interdepartmental program focusing on mechanisms underlying behavior, evolution of behavior, and applications to conservation biology and animal welfare. Trains students for teaching and research in areas including anthropology, animal science, ecology, entomology, neurobiology, psychology, physiology, veterinary science, wildlife biology, and zoology.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Please refer to the university requirements regarding language testing scores... The minimum TOEFL score required for admission to UC Davis is an overall minimum score of 80 on the Internet Based Test.
    IELTS
    required
    Min The minimum IELTS score is 7.0 on a 9-point scale.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,185.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis is $60,486 across 26 required credits.
    Is Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis online or in-person?
    Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis is offered in-person.
    How long does Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis take to complete?
    Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis is structured around 2 years and 26 credits.
    What GPA is required for Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    Is Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Animal Behavior at University of California-Davis is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.