Master of Science [M.S] (Earth Science)
STEM Course
2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #80 out of 250 by US News Global Ranking 2022
$34,053 /Yr
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $34053 |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Books and supply | $1308 |
Total Cost | $1308 |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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2023 | $32685 |
2021 | $32686 |
- The Department of Earth Science at UCSB conducts many field studies in geographic areas ranging from the tallest mountain peaks of the Himalayas, the wilderness of Antarctica, to the vast undiscovered depths of the ocean floor.
- Their graduate and undergraduate students participate directly in the excitement of exploring unknown terra incognita.
- Taught by a distinguished and dedicated faculty (including several members of the National Academy of Sciences and winners of the UCSB Distinguished Teaching Award), students in Earth Science experience the wonder of discovery and come to appreciate and connect to the unfolding planetary drama of which they are part.
- Because Earth Science students acquire such diverse tools and skills in mapping, analyzing, visualizing, computing, and problem-solving, they are well-prepared for a broad range of careers in the private sector, government, K-12 education, academia, and the industry.
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Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have bachelor's degrees in physics, chemistry, biology, engineering, mathematics and other science-based disciplines.
- Students require a minimum GPA of 3 and Preferred GPA is 3.4 out of 4.
Language Requirments:
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Scores Required
GRE Score is not required.
Required Document List
Required Documents are as follows:
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of Purpose, Personal Achievements/Contributions, and Resume/CV
- A sample of your analytical writing (such as an assignment or term paper from a class you’ve taken)
- Transcripts from all academic institutions attended

Earth Sciences 22 out of 275 in Global Ranking
( #11 out of 64 in USA 2025)
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Earth Sciences 9 out of 165 in Global Ranking
( #6 out of 119 in USA 2025)
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Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 3,500/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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