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    Informatics, MS

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    Irvine, USMSIn-person2 years
    $59,860.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    33%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    48
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Irvine, US. Tuition is $59,860.

    About the program

    The program covers the relationship between people and computing technology, including how technologies shape human behavior, society, and culture, and designing future technologies to serve humanity. It includes core courses on informatics fundamentals, electives in areas like social computing and human-computer interaction, with most students completing a thesis or comprehensive exam.

    Focus: both

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    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Not Required
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 80
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $29,479.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine is $59,860 across 48 required credits.
    Is Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine online or in-person?
    Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine is offered in-person.
    How long does Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine take to complete?
    Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA
    How competitive is Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine?
    Informatics, MS at University of California-Irvine reports an acceptance rate of approximately 33%.