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    Earth System Science, MS

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    Irvine, USMaster'sIn-person
    STEM-OPT
    $59,860.00
    Tuition
    40%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    14
    Cohort
    students
    $155.00
    App fee

    Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine is a in-person Master's program based in Irvine, US. Tuition is $59,860 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The ESS doctoral program provides graduate students with the perspective of the Earth as a coupled system and the technical know-how for a successful STEM career. Advanced course work in oceanography, atmospheric chemistry and dynamics, biogeochemistry, ecology, and human systems broadens students' perspectives. The M.S. is awarded en route to the Ph.D.

    Focus: research
    US News #27 in Earth Sciences

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min minimum of 80; prefer speaking 26
    IELTS
    required
    Min overall minimum of 7 and no less than 6 on any module; prefer speaking 8

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $29,479.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine is $59,860.
    Is Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine online or in-person?
    Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine is offered in-person.
    Is Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine?
    Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine reports an acceptance rate of approximately 40%.
    How large is the Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine cohort?
    Earth System Science, MS at University of California-Irvine typically enrolls around 14 students per cohort.