M.Sc Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences at UC-Berkeley [UC BERKELEY], Berkeley Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences at University of California: Fees, Eligibility, Entry Requirements, Admission Deadlines & Scholarships

Berkeley, CaliforniaLocation
UniversitySchool type
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Master of Science [M.S] (Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus
Ranked #5 out of 1250 by THE Global Ranking 2025

$25,384 /Yr


Important Alert

  • Application Deadline For Fall 2026 Intake - Dec 9, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$25384

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing & Utilities$16659
Food$8154

Per Credit Tuition Fee: $ 2115.3

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2024$12762
2023$28000

Important Dates

  • The Upcoming Application Deadline for Fall 2026 Intake is Tentative Based on Previous Year’s
EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Fall 2026 Intake Dec 9, 2025

Applications are now Passed for Fall 2025 Intake, with classes starting on September 2025. The course covers topics such as electrical engineering, computer science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, data analysis, algorithms, and software development.

The M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences from University of California includes the following modules:

 Years

 Core Modules

 Optional Modules

Year 1

  • Probability and Stochastic Systems

  • Optimization Methods

  • Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science

  • Linear Circuits

  • Efficient Algorithms and Intractable Problems

  • Computer Systems and Architecture

  • Machine Learning

  • Statistical Learning and Data Mining

  • VLSI Design

  • Computer Architecture

  • Advanced Algorithms

  • Data-Driven Design of Systems

 Year 2 
  • Mathematics of Signal Processing

  • Advanced Artificial Intelligence

  • Advanced Control Systems

  • Robotics

  • Quantum Computing

  • Data Science for Engineers

  • Computer Vision

  • Natural Language Processing

  • Research Seminar/Project


Eligibility & Entry Requirement

 Requirement Type

 Details

 College Name

 College of Engineering

Academic Qualification

  • Bachelor’s Degree: A strong technical background equivalent to an engineering bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.
  • Grade Point Average (GPA): Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is typically expected.
  • Prerequisites: B.S. degree in engineering or a related field.
  • Test Scores: GRE scores are optional; no minimum required.
GRE Score
  • Quantitative Reasoning >90th percentile.
  • Verbal Reasoning >70th percentile.
  • Analytical Writing >3.5.

English Language Requirement

  • TOEFL iBT: 90.
  • IELTS: 7.0.

Documents Required

  • Academic Transcripts and Certificates.
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency.
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP).
  • 3-Letter of Recommendation (LOR).
  • Proof of Work Experience (If Have).
  • Copy of Passport.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Application Link

Application Link

Application Fee

 $155

 Course Credits  24 Credits

Scores Required

7 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

90 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

125 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

3 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

155

Application Fees

24

ECTS Credits


Ranking

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Engineering 5 out of 1250 in Global Ranking
( #4 out of 145 in USA 2025)

QS World University logo
Engineering 6 out of 550 in Global Ranking
( #3 out of 73 in USA 2025)

US News logo
Engineering 3 out of 198 in Global Ranking
( #3 out of 159 in USA 2025)

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TOP Scholarships

Scholarship nameAward amountEligibility
Guru Gobind Singh Fellowship$30,000Student must be a graduate of an Indian or Pakistani university in designated area.
Graduate Student Instructorships (TA)$25,000–$30,000 (approx.) + feesGraduate students who are also working as teaching assistants.
Graduate Student Researcher (GSR) AppointmentsVariesGraduate students working as research assistants.



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